How Do You Explore Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada?
Prince Rupert is on the northwest coast of British Columbia on Kaien Island, almost 450 miles north of Vancouver. It is a gateway city to many northwest destinations, with one of the deepest natural harbors in the world. It was founded in 1910 by Charles Melville Hays, general manager of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, who died on the HMS Titanic in 1912. A major cruise ship port stop along Alaska’s Inside Passage, it is also accessible by road, ferry, railroad and airlines. A visit can include museums, whale-watching and nature tours, camping, fishing, hiking trails, shopping and dining. You’ll also see totem poles. Start exploring Prince Rupert from the visitor center at the Atlin Terminal building on the cruise ship dock, a former fish-processing plant. Pick up brochures, maps and guides before venturing into the city. Attendants can also help with camping, tours and accommodations. The Ice House Art Gallery in the same building is a co-operative for British Columbian artists. Walk
