Getting Here & Getting Around
5 km from downtown Nanaimo, most people access Gabriola via BC Ferries.
Once you’re here, there are 158 kilometres of roads to walk, cycle and drive.
Getting Here
Ferry
BC Ferries runs the ferry between Nanaimo and Gabriola. Foot passengers, bikes and vehicles are all welcome. Find the best times to travel.
Float Plane
Float planes run daily from the south terminal of Vancouver International Airport.
Private Boat
Arriving by boat? We have two marinas and a public wharf to welcome you.
Getting Around
Share the road
There are no sidewalks or bicycle lanes on the island. Ride or walk single file. Be aware of narrow road sections, poor road conditions, uneven edges and wildlife. There’s lots of deer on this island!
E-bikes are welcome and a common sight on the island!
Electric Cars
An electric car charging station is located in the Madrona Marketplace parking lot on North Road.
Boating
Cruise or sail to the southeast end of Gabriola where there are two marinas with docks, fuel and moorage in Silva Bay, and a public wharf with moorage in Degnen Bay.
Radio either marina on VHF 66A and they will assist you into a slip.
Use charts 3475 or 3443. Latitude 49.149965 and Longitude -123.695662.
Public Transportation
Pier Gallery Artists Collective
Categories
Artist Yellow Flag
About
Celebrating 12 years of showcasing only Gabriola artist and artisans, Pier Gallery Artists Collective is a bright, appealing and eclectic collection of paintings, blown and stained glass work, jewelry, leatherwork, natural skincare, metal sculpture, fibre art, clothing, fine woodwork, basketry, art cards, photography and ceramics. Reflecting life on the coast, we are pleased to include some of Gabriola's finest artists in a spectacular location by the docks at Page's Inn on Silva Bay. Works on display are always changing and the shop is a delight for the senses, so treat yourself to this jewel of a gallery and the idyllic south end of Gabriola. Easy access for both vehicles and boaters via Page's Resort and Marina, Page's Inn on Silva Bay and Silva Bay Marina.
Open daily May through September
Open Weekends and Long Weekends September through May
Open by appointment all year long
Visit the Gallery when you drop in to the Sunday Summer Market at Page's Inn on Silva Bay
The index code for this business corresponds with our visitor map to help you locate unique Island experiences.
Pick yours up FREE at our Visitor Centre.
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