Steveston a quaint historic fishing village in the southwest corner of Richmond, BC, just minutes from the YVR airport and Vancouver, BC. Once home to 15 canneries, Steveston has long been known for its commercial fishery. Although, home to Canada's largest fishing fleet of more than 600 vessels, it no longer plays host to a single cannery.
Activities:
Not a lot to do outside of some walking and shopping. There is a large park with an open field that is always good for some kite flying and as well there are whale watching tours that leave from the docks in town. There is the local museum and a tour through Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site built in 1894.
2.5/5
Events:
There is the odd festival throughout the year that takes place here, other than the notable Salmon Festival though you are pretty much looking at the regular holiday festivities.
1/5
View:
Lots of nature walks and great views of the Coastal Mountains in the distance, as well as mouth of the Fraser river leading out into the ocean. You get a good view of Vancouver Island and can see the planes taking off or landing from Vancouver Airport. A nice little village stroll offers quaint shops and an historic cannery.
3.5/5
Accommodations:
Not anything noticeable when you are in town but their website has a hotel and B&B, not really a big selection.
0.5/5
Dinning & Shopping:
A few local shops offer great souvenirs, as well there is the fish market down on the docks where you can pick up your seafood right off the back of the boats. A few restaurants here mainly serving seafood as it is a fishing port. A couple of unique dining experiences include Pajo's and the Crab King, that both offer a dining experience right out on the wharf at water level.
4.5/5
Visit-ability:
Definitely worth a day trip here especially if you are fan of west-coast seafood and history. Bring the camera for some great scenery shots.
4/5
Total Rating: 16/30
Thoughts: Not too far out of the way it is definitely worth the drive to spend a few hours here.
Website: http://www.stevestonivillage.com
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