Prince George Vacation Rentals

Surrounded by beautiful parks, Prince George is a vibrant city in British Columbia with many cultural attractions, including great music festivals. Providing self-catering facilities and unparalleled privacy, Prince George vacation rentals are the ideal accommodation choice for independent travellers.

Art and Culture in Prince George

Two Rivers Gallery is Prince George’s foremost public art space. It houses an impressive permanent collection of artwork and welcomes visiting exhibitions, special community events, and creative classes. There is also a gallery shop where you can purchase the creations of talented local artists. If you enjoy making art in the company of kindred spirits, visit the Gallery’s Maker Lab, which offers many art workshops and tutorials. Other favourite destinations for art-lovers in Prince George include Studio 2880 and Ridgeside Art.

If you enjoy live entertainment, go to a comedy show, classical music concert, or theatre performance at the Prince George Playhouse and Theatre Northwest. For local history, visit the interactive exhibitions at the Fraser Fort George Heritage Museum. The museum gives a comprehensive introduction to the history of the local First Nations populations, as well as explaining many further aspects of the city's history. The Central British Columbia Railway and Forestry Museum is also popular with visitors, especially as it hosts many exciting events throughout the year such as festivals, family fun days, and Halloween festivities.

Travelling in Prince George with Kids

Prince George is a terrific holiday destination for a family getaway. There are plenty of child-friendly attractions, just a short drive away from the city's best bed and breakfast options. Located close to the Fraser River, Lheidli T'eeneh Memorial Park is particularly popular with children. The Rotary Playground, water park, and a miniature steam train called The Little Prince provides all the entertainment children could wish for. Nearby, you will also find the Exploration Place, an interactive science and history museum.

A visit to the Huble Homestead Historic Site, located about 40km north of Prince George, gives youngsters an insight into the lives of the area's early settlers. Apart from the original Huble Homestead, you will find several other buildings here, all constructed to resemble common early 20th-century farm buildings. This historic site is open to the public from mid-May until early October, and it hosts many awesome events such as kids' carnivals, scavenger hunts, and Homestead Days during this period. Friendly staff members happily introduce children to heritage activities such as traditional ice-cream making and butter-churning, as well as getting children involved in old-fashioned games and crafts.

Top Excursion Destinations in Price George

Cottonwood Island Nature Park is a beautiful urban park, located on the shore of the Nechako River, just minutes from the city's downtown area. Walk or cycle along the riverside trails, keeping an eye out for the squirrels, chipmunks, foxes, and deer that roam through the park. Slow down to take in the quirky tree bark carvings in some of the park's mature cottonwood trees. During the warmer months, you can explore Cottonwood Island Nature Park by canoe or kayak.

About 40km north-west of Prince George, lies Eskers Provincial Park, a vast swathe of beautiful, unspoiled nature. During the summer months, visitors can explore the park's forests thanks to numerous hiking trails. There are also many small lakes in the park, ideal for kayaking. Alternatively, head to Eskers Provincial Park, a great winter destination. The snow transforms the hiking trails into an adventure wonderland for cross country skiers and snowshoeing enthusiasts.

If you like star-gazing, Prince George Observatory makes for an exciting excursion. Located about 23km from the city, the observatory shows you the stars thanks to powerful telescopes. Watch a slide show, or get answers to your astronomy questions from a knowledgeable staff member. Public visiting hours are irregular and should always be checked before a visit, but you can also book your own personal guided tour of the facilities.

Regular Events and Happenings in Prince George

The British Columbia Northern Exhibition first took place in 1912. More than a century later, it is still going strong as one of the largest and most popular annual events held in Prince George. The Exhibition showcases the area's rich agricultural heritage and features fairground rides, live entertainment, and games. Additionally, twice a year, in summer and winter, the Celebrate Prince George Festivals bring life to the town with everything from winery tours to wheelchair rugby.

Every winter, Prince George hosts the Coldsnap Winter Music Festival, featuring performers from a wide variety of genres including jazz, folk, Celtic, indie, and blues. On top of the live performances, the festival also provides invaluable opportunities for aspiring musicians to attend workshops and jams, hosted by seasoned music professionals. In the summer, the music festival Cariboo Rocks the North attracts thousands of rock music enthusiasts.

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