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Tofino Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

district municipality on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

About Tofino

Tofino Inlet was named in 1792 by the Spanish explorers Galiano and Valdés, in honour of Admiral Vicente Tofiño de San Miguel y Wanderiales (or Vanderiales), under whom Galiano had learned cartography.

Top Attractions in Tofino

Explore the best things to see and do in Tofino:

  • Atleo Air flightseeing
  • Black Bear Kayaking
  • Chesterman Beach
  • Cox Beach
  • Hot Springs
  • Jamie's Whaling Station
  • Live to Surf
  • Long Beach

Where to Eat in Tofino

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴1909 Kitchen
  • 🍴Beachfront Bistro
  • 🍴Chocolate Tofino
  • 🍴Club House Restaurant, Long Beach Golf Course
  • 🍴Red Can Gourmet
  • 🍴Schooner Restaurant on Second

Where to Stay in Tofino

  • 🏨Bella Pacifica Campground
  • 🏨Best Western Tin Wis Hotel
  • 🏨Crystal Cove
  • 🏨Green Point
  • 🏨Himwista Lodge
  • 🏨Long Beach Golf Course Campground

Tofino Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:

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