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Before you go
Your trip to Kelowna.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Kelowna – British Columbia Destination Okanagan Valley about 450 km from Victoria
How to get there
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Kelowna International Airport (YLW) 15 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
The airport is about 15 km from downtown, with buses and taxis. By car, about 390 km from Vancouver.
How many days
Two days: one for the waterfront and Knox Mountain, another for Myra Canyon and the wineries.
When to go
June to September for the lake and trails; September and October for the grape harvest.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
For Myra Canyon and the wineries, yes. The waterfront and downtown are walkable.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Kelowna
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Morning
Myra Canyon
Bike or walk the former railway trail in Myra Canyon, over the wooden trestle bridges.
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Afternoon
Lakefront
Return to town and spend the afternoon on the waterfront, between City Park and the downtown promenade.
2 days in Kelowna
Day 1
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All day
Myra and waterfront
Do Myra Canyon in the morning and Okanagan Lake’s waterfront in the afternoon.
Day 2
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Morning
Knox Mountain
Climb to the viewpoint at Knox Mountain Park to see the lake and the city.
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Afternoon
Wineries
Visit hillside wineries by car with a driver or on a guided tour.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Kelowna?
Enjoy the waterfront and lake beaches, cycle Myra Canyon, climb Knox Mountain and visit wineries.
Does Kelowna have a beach?
Yes, lakeside beaches on the downtown waterfront and along the shores, with swimming in summer.
How far is Kelowna from Vancouver?
About 390 km, roughly 4 hours by car, or about 1 hour by plane.
What is Kelowna’s climate like?
Warm, dry summers with long days; winters milder than much of Canada, with little snow in the city.