Things to Do in Tofino
Plan your days in Tofino, your way
Tofino gives you a bit of everything, all of it good.
One long walk on Long Beach covers the postcard moment and the leg stretch at once.
The Rainforest Trail takes forty minutes and feels like stepping into another century.
Grab lunch at a harbor-side spot where the fish was swimming that morning.
Spend an afternoon wandering the village — galleries, a bookshop, coffee with an ocean view.
If the mood strikes, try a surf lesson; if not, watch from the sand with something warm.
The sunset from Chesterman Beach is the kind of view that needs no effort at all.
Dinner can be as fancy or as sandy-footed as you like, and both are excellent.
Maybe kayak the calm inlet one morning, maybe sleep in — both count as the right choice.
You'll leave feeling like you saw the place properly, without ever having rushed.
Top attractions and places to eat in Tofino
Chesterman Beach
A long sandy beach near Tofino famous for surfing, tide pools, and dramatic Pacific scenery. Travelers come for surfing, beach walks, and sunset views.
attraction · 4.7 rating · Free
Cox Bay Beach
A wide sandy beach near Tofino known for big surf, dramatic waves, and expansive ocean views. A top destination for surfing and beach walks.
attraction · 4.8 rating · Free
Tonquin Park
A coastal park near Tofino featuring forest trails, beach access, and viewpoints over the Pacific. A place for a nature walk and shoreline exploration.
park · 4.6 rating · Free
Roy Henry Vickers Gallery
An art gallery housed in a longhouse-style building showcasing the First Nations-influenced prints and paintings of artist Roy Henry Vickers. Travelers come for the distinctive Indigenous-inspired West Coast art.
gallery · 4.6 rating · Free
Tofino Brewing Co.
A craft brewery and taproom producing beers inspired by the West Coast, where visitors can sample and buy locally made ales and lagers. A popular stop for tasting Tofino's signature brews.
bar · 4.5 rating
SandBar Bistro @ Long Beach Lodge Resort
A bistro at Long Beach Lodge Resort overlooking Cox Bay, serving West Coast cuisine with ocean views. Travelers come for dining paired with dramatic beach and surf scenery.
restaurant · 3.8 rating
Wolf in the Fog
An acclaimed Tofino restaurant known for creative Pacific Northwest cuisine, cocktails, and locally sourced seafood. Travelers go for an elevated dining experience.
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The Pointe Restaurant
The fine-dining restaurant at the Wickaninnish Inn, offering Pacific Northwest cuisine with panoramic ocean views over Chesterman Beach. A destination for upscale coastal dining.
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Tonquin Beach
A sheltered sandy beach near Tofino's town center, accessible via a short forest trail. A scenic spot for beachcombing, watching sunsets, and enjoying the coastal setting.
attraction · Free
Shelter Restaurant
A well-known Tofino restaurant serving seafood and West Coast cuisine in a warm wood-lined space. Travelers come for a quality sit-down dinner.
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Jeju Restaurant
A Korean restaurant in Tofino serving traditional dishes such as bibimbap, bulgogi and kimchi. A welcome option for those craving Asian flavors on the coast.
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ROAR
A Tofino restaurant offering Pacific Northwest-inspired dining in a coastal setting. Travelers come for a refined casual meal.
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Naa'Waya'Sum Gardens (formerly the Tofino Botanical Gardens)
Botanical gardens near Tofino featuring native coastal plants, forest trails, and Indigenous cultural interpretation. Travelers visit to stroll the grounds and learn about local flora and culture.
attraction · C$28
The Schooner Restaurant
A long-standing Tofino restaurant known for fresh seafood and West Coast dishes in a heritage building. A well-regarded spot for a local seafood meal.
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Jamie’s Whaling Station Tofino
A long-running tour operator in Tofino offering whale watching, bear watching, and hot springs boat excursions. Travelers book here to see marine wildlife and coastal scenery.
attraction · C$179.14