Departure Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Departure Bay
Popular places to visit
Neck Point Park
Neck Point Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Maffeo Sutton Park
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Maffeo Sutton Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
Beach Estates Park
Beach Estates Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Activities
Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour
Full-Day Tour, Waterfalls, Caves, Old Growth on Vancouver Island
Our pick of the best Departure Bay Hotel Deals
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Coast Bastion Hotel
THE Beach Club Resort
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
Stephenson Point
While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach.