This turn of the century fishing village is a captivating journey through history with a busy commercial fishing harbour, several historic sites and a thriving community of antique shops, galleries and gift shops. Fishermen still sell their catch directly off the boat at Fisherman's Wharf which is likely why Steveston has some of the best fish and chipperies in the region!

While charming and picturesque today, Steveston was originally a rough and tumble township built around its success as a canning centre.  The Gulf of Georgia Cannery, now a National Historic Site, was built in 1894 on wooden pilings directly over the river, and is the last intact cannery on the Fraser River.  Nearby another national Historic Site is the Britannia Heritage Shipyard which dates back to 1885, and is the oldest remaining structure on the Fraser River.  The Murakami Visitor Centre, interprets the life of the Murakami's,  Japanese Canadian family who lived on the site from the early 1930s to 1942.  Additional major attractions in the area are London Heritage Farm, Steveston Museum, Garry Point Park and Finn Slough.  A highlight of the year is the Steveston Salmon Festival on July 1.  Beginning with a spectacular parade of floats, marching bands, clowns and more, the day continues with carnival rides, games and music for the entire family.  For many, the best part of the festival is its salmon bake where fresh West Coast salmon is barbecued over open wood fires.

A great way to explore Steveston is by bicycle. Rentals are available in the village.  Whale watching tours also leave regularly from two locations in Steveston.