Prince George Attractions
Sandman Hotel Group features properties located within a rich mosaic of neighbourhoods and surrounding areas, each with a distinct, welcoming personality. We have compiled a list of useful information below to enhance your stay.
Sightseeing
Major Tourist Attractions
- Art Gallery
- Fort George Museum
- Golf Courses
- Lakes
- Railway Museum
Major Business Centers
- CNC College of New Caledonia
- University of Northern B.C.
- City Hall
Transport
Located minutes from the city centre, the Prince George Airport accommodates Canada's 2 largest carriers, Air Canada & WestJet with direct service to Vancouver 11 times daily as well as regional carriers, Central Mountain Air & Northern Thunderbird Air with scheduled service to Terrace, Smithers, Fort St. John, Fort Nelson, Kamloops & Kelowna.
In 2006, the Prince George Airport was the 1st airport in the province to receive 'SuperHost' designation & strives to provide exceptional visitor experiences to the many tourists, residents & business travellers flying through Prince George, the centre of transportation & trade in BC's heartland.
Airport
YXS Prince George Airport - 4141 Airport Road.
Tel: 250 - 963 - 2400.
Distance from hotel: 13 km - 20 minutes.
Airporter: CAD$12.
Taxi: CAD$25.
Airport Shuttle Sandman
No Sandman Airport Shuttle - Must Arrange On Own.
Airport Shuttle - Other
Airporter Shuttle Service
Tel: 250 - 563 - 2220.
McDowell LimoJET Limousine Service
Tel: 250 - 981 - 3468.
PAXTON Shuttle Service
Tel: 250 - 563 - 3850.
Bus Station
Greyhound Bus - Downtown Station - 1566 - 12th Avenue.
Tel: 250 - 564 - 5454.
Distance from hotel: 6 km - 10 minutes.
Taxi : CAD$8.
Car Rental
Budget Rent A Car
Tel: 250 - 552 - 0768 or 800 - 268 - 8900.
National Car Rental
Tel: 250 - 963 - 7473 or 800 - 227 - 7368.
No Car Rental at Hotel - Must Arrange On Own.
Ferry Service Not Available.
Taxi Service
Emerald Taxi
Tel: 250 - 563 - 3333.
Prince George Taxi
Tel: 250 - 564 - 4444.
Train Station
VIA Rail - Downtown Station- 1300 - 1st Avenue
Tel: 888 - 842 - 7245.
Distance from hotel: 6 km - 10 minutes.
Taxi: CAD$10.
Public Transit
Prince George Transit System
Tel: 250 - 563 - 0011.
Adult: CAD$2.
Senior: CAD$1.50.
Student: CAD$1.50.
Child under 5: Free.
Activities
Prince George, a gateway city to the Northern British Columbia region, is an excellent starting point for exploring further north.
Prince George offers the unique opportunity to enjoy the amenities of a city, while finding a variety of wilderness opportunities just minutes away.
Hiking, camping, fishing, golfing and cross-country skiing are just a few outdoor activities that Prince George has to offer. It is also an important regional shopping destination.
Outside the city, more rustic attractions exploring pioneer history and agricultural ways of life can be found, including the heritage sites Huble Homestead and Noah's Arc.
Entertainment
- BC River's Day
- Coldsnap Festival
- Father's Day Show And Shine
- Forest Expo
- PGX Prince George Exhibition
- Snow Daze Winter Festival
Shopping
- Brookwood Plaza Mall
- Costco
- London Drugs
- Parkwood Place Mall
- Pine Centre Mall
- Real Canadian Super Store
- Save On Foods
- Shoppers Drug Mart
- Specialty Avenue Downtown
- Spruceland Shopping Centre
- Walmart
- Westgate Mall College Heights
Restaurants
CHOP Steakhouse & Bar
Fine casual: a new dining experience. At Chop we bring together all the elements that discerning guests love about the fine dining experience (extraordinary food, a notable wine list, quality spirits and service and surroundings that pamper) with the energy, comfort and value of the casual dining experience.
Rockford Wok | Bar | Grill
Rockford Wok Bar Grill is a casual upscale dining facility offering a delicious range of menu options, great atmosphere, friendly and efficient service, specialty cocktails and extensive wine list. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night snacks; Rockford offers a host of traditional dishes with a tasty twist, as well as an exciting selection of Asian-themed, wok-fired dishes.