Discover our rustic, tranquil seaside village with its historic murals, dedicated arts community and the famous Chemainus Theatre. Golfers can discover the nearby beautifully manicured fairways and greens while others can discover kayaking, hiking, scuba diving, arts festivals and much more.
All in walking distance or very close proximity to local Bed and Breakfast and to the Best Western Chemainus Festival Inn.
Downtown Chemainus has attracted visitors from around the world to view one of the World's largest (over 40 murals) outdoor art gallery.
Adorning the exterior walls of many area businesses, the murals depict the real people and life of earlier years.
Information about the murals and artists can be obtained from the local chamber of commerce.
Link: See the below Map showingpictures of each mural.
Mural 3 D Map.
Vancouver Island location map.
Chemainus is a picturesque village located on magnificent Vancouver Island, one of the largest islands off the coast of North America. Set in a backdrop of snow-capped mountains, the region is one of pasture lands, rolling hills, ocean inlets yet with nearby urban excitement; Chemainus is conveniently located just minutes east of the Island Highway/Trans Canada Highway.
We are situated about 1.5 hours’ drive north of Victoria and 35 minutes south of Nanaimo, both of which are served by frequent ferry service from the mainland by BC Ferries; Washington State Ferries also provide service between Victoria and Anacortes in Washington State. These ferry trips cruise some of the most spectacular scenery to be found anywhere in the World, and there is always the chance of seeing whales and eagles during the trip.