Thompson Okanagan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Knox Mountain Park showing a lake or waterhole, tranquil scenes and a sunset
Be enticed by lakeside beaches, fertile orchard-lined valleys and a waterfall taller than Niagara in this region that overflows with dramatic scenery and history.

The landscape in the Thompson Okanagan is renowned for its diversity, containing the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, sun-ripened harvests and pristine lakes. Different seasons bring different appeal to the magnificent landscape, as the lakeside forests and wildflower-dotted meadows turn into exciting ski destinations.

Experience farm-to-table dining in the Okanagan Valley, which is home to exceptional vineyards and orchards. Sample delicious regional wines or play a round on one of the golf courses that pattern the valley’s landscape. Check out the charming city of Kelowna to experience fantastic dining in the region’s largest city. Check out Kelowna’s stretch of Lake Okanagan beaches to stretch out on the sand or go boating. In winter, head to Big White Ski Resort for some of the Thompson Okanagan’s best skiing.

Trace the region’s lineage to its First Nations people at Kamloops, where you can learn about local culture at the Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park or attend the annual powwow. This region is renowned for its golden grasslands and cattle ranches. Travel into the Thompson Plateau’s high country to reach Kamloops’ playground for outdoor adventures. Hike or mountain bike through the rugged terrain or go paddling down whitewater rapids.

Spend long summer days by the lake in Shuswap, the Thompson Okanagan’s premier lake region. Go swimming, kayaking, canoeing or boating with the Monashee Mountains as your backdrop. In South Okanagan, you’ll find the dry landscapes of Canada’s only desert terrain. Explore this region to find sun-drenched vineyards, fascinating cacti groves and desert wildflowers. Check out the provincial parks of Wells Gray and Mount Robinson to experience the remote wilderness on a fishing trip or see the monumental cascades of 463-foot (141-meter) Helmcken Falls.

The Thompson Okanagan is situated in southeastern British Columbia. Reach the region via its international airport in Kelowna or domestic airports in Kamloops and Penticton. Reach the region’s communities by bus and by ferry. Explore the region via its convenient and scenic highways or make a stopover in Kamloops when riding The Canadian and see the majestic Rockies from your cozy train carriage.

Where to stay in Thompson Okanagan

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Downtown Kelowna

Downtown Kelowna is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and lake views, and you might also want to make a stop by Kelowna Centennial Museum, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Downtown Kelowna
Kamloops showing landscape views

Kamloops City Centre

3.5/5(20 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Kamloops City Centre, Lake City Casino Kamloops and Sandman Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Kamloops City Centre
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South Pandosy

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to South Pandosy. A stop by Boyce-Gyro Beach Park or Okanagan Lake might round out your trip.

South Pandosy
City Park featuring general coastal views, tranquil scenes and a coastal town

Kelowna Central Business District

The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Kelowna Central Business District. A stop by Lake City Casino or Prospera Place might round out your trip.

Kelowna Central Business District
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North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Waterfront Park and Knox Mountain Park are top sights worth seeing.

North End
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Westbank

4/5(1 area review)

Westbank is known for its lake views, and you can plan a trip to Willow Beach and Okanagan Lake while you're in town.

Westbank
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
4 out of 5
1310 Water St, Kelowna, BC
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2.5 out of 5
3460 Carrington Road, West Kelowna, BC
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3 out of 5
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