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Gibsons is a coastal community of 4,758 in southwestern British Columbia, Canada on the Sunshine Coast, along the Strait of Georgia. During its early history as a European-descended settlement, the town was a local centre for forestry and commercial fishing.
Gibsons is located on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. Perched on a hillside, it overlooks a harbour and faces nearby islands in Howe Sound. Find accommodations, things to do, places to eat, events & more.
- Marvel at Gibson’s Marina. The one thing that really stands out when you first arrive in Lower Gibsons is the stunning harbour packed with boats of all sizes.
- Kayaking in Gibsons. Just because you don’t have friends with sails it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy time on the water. We hired kayaks in Gibsons and gave our upper body a right good workout while we paddled to Keats Island which is home to holiday lodgings and Keats Camp.
- Restaurant in Gibsons. Now that you have worked up an appetite you have the tough choice of selecting where to eat in Gibsons. The most notable restaurant is Molly’s Reach.
- Gibsons Public Market. At the heart of the Coast is community and Gibsons Public Marke t is a great way to see locals and businesses come together. The 6-day per week Public Market is a space to dine, shop, listen to music and learn – all under one roof in Lower Gibsons.
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Perched at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, Gibsons is often the first stop for visitors arriving from Vancouver and is an ideal base for exploring. In this guide, I’m covering the very best things to do in Gibsons, from outdoor adventures to places to eat and drink.
Historically, Gibsons is a fishing town, but it has been a shelter for people who dream about living a quiet coastal life. This post is your guide to Gibsons: what to see and do, what else to explore nearby, where to eat and where to stay when visiting Gibsons.
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Gibsons is the main marine gateway to the Sunshine Coast in the Vancouver, Coast & Mountains region. Gibsons is best known in Canada as the setting for the once-popular CBC Television series “The Beachcombers”. Visitors can expect a temperate coastal climate, with mild winters and warm, dry summers.