Nelson, BC – Layover Day
Ainsworth Hot Springs
DATE: Wednesday, September 10
MAIN FEATURES: Visit Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism for All the Things You Can Do!
Nelson is an amazing city and you will hhttps://www.nelsonkootenaylake.com/things-to-doave plenty of options to fill your time during your layover here. So whether you are happy putting your feet up for a long deserved rest or looking for more adventure, we’ve got you covered. Many travelers refer to Nelson as a European Village – it is renowned for its eclectic arts scene, diverse, and we might add delicious, restaurants and a wide variety of outdoor recreation. It is also a great place to sit at a sidewalk cafe and enjoy the view or wander through their unique shops and visit with the friendly people. We think you are going to have a wonderful time and may not be ready to leave on day 5!
Once you are registered, we will send you a list of contacts for these activities so you can make reservations where needed.
- Visit Nelson Museum and other galleries – This is the #1 small arts town in Canada!
- Rent a kayak and spend the day paddling around beautiful Kootenay Lake.
Rotary Park
- Lakeside Park is a great beach for swimming, sunbathing and enjoy a picnic.
- Hire a fishing guide and spend the day trying to catch the big one
- Get a massage – give those muscles a rest!
- Hike to Pulpit Rock – day hike with spectacular scenery.
- Walking Tour of Historic Nelson – walking maps are available of these amazing historic buildings
- In case you road too fast through Castlegar yesterday….. there is the Sculpture Walk.
- Kokanee Mountain Zipline – No wings required. From high up in the forest canopy, experience a bird’s eye view of the stunning natural environment as you soar above Kokanee Creek canyon on six awe-inspiring ziplines. Reservations required.
- Ainsworth Hot Springs – soak those muscles in the soothing water.
- For you die-hard cyclists, rent a mountain bike and head for the trails.
- Relax… you have earned it!
