What to do in Vernon

Activities, attractions and tours

Vernon
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Vernon showing a small town or village, landscape views and a lake or waterhole
Historic O\'Keefe Ranch showing a house
Vernon

Vernon Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Vernon has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Vernon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Vernon to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Vernon Attractions

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Talk about heaven...this Trail is a dream. Used to be a railroad so flat but not boring. Look for a beach to call your own for the day and enjoy this jewel of a lake....Let's Go!!

Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park

You can take time to visit Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Vernon. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park
Historic O\'Keefe Ranch showing a house

Historic O'Keefe Ranch

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Historic O'Keefe Ranch in Vernon. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Historic O'Keefe Ranch
Davison Orchards Country Village showing farmland as well as an individual male

Davison Orchards Country Village

4.5/5(69 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Davison Orchards Country Village during your trip to Vernon. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Davison Orchards Country Village
Planet Bee Honey Farm featuring interior views

Planet Bee Honey Farm

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Planet Bee Honey Farm during your trip to Vernon. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Planet Bee Honey Farm
A beautiful little gem on Okanagan lake. Camping, snorkelling, three little beaches. Quiet and out of the way.

Ellison Provincial Park

You can take time to visit Ellison Provincial Park during your travels to Vernon. Wander the lakeside and parks in this family-friendly area.

Ellison Provincial Park

Predator Ridge Golf Resort

3.5/5(14 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Vernon at Predator Ridge Golf Resort. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Predator Ridge Golf Resort

Predator Ridge - Predator Course

4/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Vernon at Predator Ridge - Predator Course. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Predator Ridge - Predator Course

Swan Lake

4/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Swan Lake during your travels in Vernon. Wander the lakeside and parks in this family-friendly area.

Swan Lake

Village Green Shopping Centre

4/5(57 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Village Green Shopping Centre during your visit to Vernon. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Village Green Shopping Centre

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East Hill

While East Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polson Park and Vernon Golf and Country Club.

East Hill
Scenic Highway in the desert by the lake. Aerial View. Sunny Summer.

BX

Though BX might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vernon Golf and Country Club and Village Green Shopping Centre.

BX
Unobstructed View of Kal Lake from Middleton Mountain in spring in Coldstream, British Columbia, Canada

Downtown Vernon

While visiting Downtown Vernon, you might make a stop by sights like Polson Park and Vernon Public Art Gallery.

Downtown Vernon
Aerial photo of skiing resort an sunrise

Foothills

While Foothills isn't home to many top sights, Swan Lake and Village Green Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Foothills
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Adventure Bay

When in Adventure Bay, you can plan a visit to Predator Ridge - Predator Course and Predator Ridge Golf Resort, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Adventure Bay
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Mission Hill

While Mission Hill isn't home to many top sights, Polson Park and Planet Bee Honey Farm are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mission Hill

 

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Day trip destinations from Vernon

Silver Star Ski Resort which includes aircraft and snow as well as a small group of people

Silver Star Mountain

quite the trek up, but worth it!

Oyama

Looking like a Mayan Gardian of this Jewel of a Lake, one can not wonder how lucky it is to be in such a sacred place...well...let's Go!!

Coldstream

Frequently asked questions

Is Vernon worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Vernon is explore Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. Check this leading sight off your agenda, then discover more of the area's nature and festivals.
How do I spend a day in Vernon?
When you've checked off popular attractions like Splashdown Vernon and Kin Beach, spend some time discovering the food and retail options in Vernon.
What is the top tourist attraction in Vernon?
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Vernon and deserves a spot on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Vernon?
Three days will give you plenty of time to tick off the leading city attractions, like Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park, Splashdown Vernon and Kin Beach. The average stay in Vernon is two days. If you have the time to extend your escape, Kelowna isn't far away.
Is Vernon a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you plan to see and do in Vernon. Several top attractions, such as Planet Bee Honey Farm and The Rise golf course, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Vernon's best neighbourhoods, Downtown Vernon is 0.16 kilometres away from downtown, while East Hill is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Vernon with kids?
Whether you're travelling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with cool activities sets the tone for a great escape. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Vernon with kids.
What to do in Vernon for adults?
Adults of all ages will have lots of things to do in Vernon. Whether you're into art, history, outdoor pursuits or just love finding new places to explore, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Vernon?
In Vernon, Kin Beach is a must-see spot for anyone wanting to see the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. It's a great way to find out about the best free things to do in Vernon.

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