08/26/2026
10 things you CAN’T skip in & around Nelson, BC 🇨🇦
Swipe through for the ultimate Nelson checklist:
1️⃣ Ride the world’s longest free ferry
2️⃣ Explore the quirky Glass House
3️⃣ Unwind at Prestige Lakeside Resort
4️⃣ Hop aboard historic Streetcar No. 23
5️⃣ Snap a pic at the Big Orange Bridge & Lakeside Park
6️⃣ Wander heritage-filled Downtown Nelson
7️⃣ Climb Pilot Bay Lighthouse
8️⃣ Chase the falls at Cottonwood Falls Park
9️⃣ Get the scoop at Nelson’s historic Visitor Centre
🔟 Shop local on Baker Street
This mountain town on Kootenay Lake is packed with heritage charm, lake views, and small-town character. Save this for your next Kootenays road trip! 💛
📍 Nelson, BC
Ride the world’s longest free ferry 🚢 — cruise across Kootenay Lake with mountain views on both sides, no ticket required!
The Glass House 🏠✨ — a one-of-a-kind roadside oddity built from over 500,000 embalming fluid bottles. Kootenay quirk at its finest.
Prestige Lakeside Resort 🌊 — Nelson’s only lakefront resort, with marina access, an indoor pool, and views for days. Prestige Hotels & Resorts | 19 BC Locations Prestige Lakeside Resort Nelson
All aboard Streetcar No. 23 🚋 — Nelson’s restored heritage tram still rolls along the lakeshore just like it did 100+ years ago.
The BOB & Lakeside Park 🌉 — snap Nelson’s iconic Big Orange Bridge, then relax on the beach at Lakeside Park.
Downtown Nelson 🏛️ — 350+ heritage buildings, Victorian architecture, and Baker Street’s small-town charm.
Pilot Bay Lighthouse 🔦 — climb up for sweeping Kootenay Lake views from this historic lookout on the East Shore.
Cottonwood Falls 💦 — a hidden forest waterfall just outside town, perfect for a quick, easy nature escape.
Nelson Visitor Centre 🚉 — housed in the beautifully restored 1900 CP Rail Station, with maps, tips, and local advice.
Stay in style 🛏️ — book one of Prestige Lakeside Resort’s designer suites, like the chic Très Chic or the cozy Tuscan retreat.
Shop local 🛍️ — Baker Street’s boutiques, galleries, and craft shops make downtown Nelson a shopper’s dream.
Thanks for exploring Nelson with us! 💛 Follow for more travel inspiration and hidden gems across Canada.
