South Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Central
Popular places to visit
Waterfront Park
You’ll find native wildlife, exotic plants, calm waters for swimming and a regular program of events at this city-center park.
Summerhill Pyramid Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Summerhill Pyramid Winery during your travels to Kelowna. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the wineries while you're in the area.
City Park
A sandy beach, waterfront promenade, recreational activities for children and free summer concerts make this one of Kelowna’s favorite public parks.
Knox Mountain Park
The city of Kelowna’s largest natural reserve stretches from the shores of Okanagan Lake to mountain peaks via a network of hiking and biking trails.
Okanagan Lake Bridge
Learn about the local history of Kelowna with a stop at Okanagan Lake Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the wineries while you're in the area.
Kelowna General Hospital
If Kelowna General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Kelowna.
Activities
Kelowna: West Kelowna Half Day Guided Wine Tour
Kelowna: East Kelowna Half Day Guided Wine Tour
Kelowna: Lake Country Half Day Guided Wine Tour
Penticton: Naramata Bench Full Day Guided Wine Tour
Our pick of the best South Central Hotel Deals
Oasis Inn
Clean and affordable. Wish it had a continental brakfast
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Modern 2BR Suite by the Beach | Walk to Hospital | Quiet & Bright Getaway
We had a very pleasant stay here. The suite was is very well located and clean. The host was very responsive to any question we had.
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Studio 628 Beautiful South Pandosy and Hospital area
Everything was great! Betty was welcoming and supplied all that was needed. Nice and quiet and good location. My daughter said the bed was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Everything Close by Walk Out Suite 1 Minute to the Lake
Great host! The amenities were clean, comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed the walking paths that were nearby too.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
No breakfast included but the night we stayed the fire alarms went off due to tech issues, not once but 3x. That was a real treat. lol So in the am the hotel staff had left a nice note under our door apologizing and sharing that they had complimentary coffee and pastries in the lobby for us and they ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kelowna Airport
Beautiful room, very clean
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Central
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.
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 Kelowna Art Gallery or Lake City Casino might round out your trip.
Cultural District
While visiting Cultural District, you might make a stop by sights like Prospera Place and Kelowna Centennial Museum.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, Knox Mountain Park and Okanagan Lake are top sights worth seeing.
South Pandosy
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to South Pandosy. A stop by Guisachan Heritage Park or Okanagan Lake might round out your trip.
Glenmore
While Glenmore may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kelowna Golf and Country Club and Knox Mountain Park.
