One of the 21 municipalities in Metro Vancouver, Surrey is one of Canada’s most culturally diverse and popular cities.
Surrey is worth exploring, especially on a sunny day. We’ve gathered all the top activities to do outdoors this summer.
Enjoy the sun at Crescent Beach
The glorious Crescent Beach has been a favourite among locals since 1909. With expansive views and plenty of space, it’s a great spot to spend the day. A day here will surely be a fun day with swimming, beach volleyball and scenic views from the pier and nature walks.
Enjoy a walk at the Serpentine Loop Trail
Loop trails are among the best walks, as the scenery constantly changes. The Serpentine Loop trail is a 2.6 km forest loop that is suitable for all fitness levels. It’s also a great spot for dogs to enjoy, so get ready to see some cute pups!
Where: Serpentine Loop, Surrey
Hit some balls at Northview Golf & Country Club
With two fantastic courses to choose from, Northview Golf and Country Club offers a true West Coast Canada experience, featuring rolling greens, beautiful mountain views, and friendly service. They even offer a renowned golf academy to help you improve and expand your skills, enabling you to excel in your golf game.
Where: 6857 168th Street, Surrey
Explore Blackie Spit Park
This 2-hour walk offers peek-a-boo views of the ocean and mountains as you weave through the forested trails. It’s a comfortable habitat for plenty of wildlife, making it a good spot for wildlife watching! Make a day out of it by visiting one of the local cafes for a tasty lunch.
Where: 3136 McBride Ave, Surrey
Splash around at Bear Creek Park
With plenty of green space, a playground, a running track, and even an outdoor pool, Bear Creek Park seems to have it all, making it the perfect destination for a warm day. There are trails to explore, too if the other activities don’t interest you.
Where: 13750 88 Avenue, Surrey
Picnic at Fleetwood Park
Enjoy a tasty picnic with your loved ones at the serene Fleetwood Park, a spacious green space in Surrey. Fleetwood Park offers picnic shelters and a few nature trails to get your steps up.
Where: 15802 – 80 Avenue, Surrey
Pick delicious fresh fruit at Surrey Farms
With a selection of fresh and delicious strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, head to Surrey Farms for a fun day in the sun of picking. Then, it’s up to you to enjoy them as you please – a pie, a cake, a smoothie?!
Where: 5180 152 Street, Surrey
Smell the flowers at Darts Hill Garden
Enjoy the beautiful wonders of Dart Hills Garden, an award-winning 7.5-acre garden, to enjoy flowers from all over the world. Darts Hill Garden has been treating locals for over 75 years and is the perfect spring or summer activity.
Where: 16th Avenue and 170th Street, Surrey
Taste the splendours of wine at Vinoscenti Vineyards
Located on over 12 acres of farmland, the Vinoscenti Vineyards is a special spot in Surrey to enjoy locally grown, premium wines. Here, can enjoy wine tasting, vineyard tours and even give winemaking a shot yourself. It’s a must-see destination.
Where: 15560 Colebrook Road, Surrey
Discover the local art scene
There is plenty of local art on the streets in Surrey and one of the best ways to enjoy it is an art street walk! The route is flat and winds you through public buildings, the sky train and much more.
Grab some local honey at Honeybee Centre
With a mission to enrich the lives of people to the “mysterious and incredible world of the honeybee,” at Honeybee Centre, you can learn about the lives and stories of honey bees and take some home to enjoy. With products like fresh cinnamon honey, beeswax products, wedding favours and even natural beauty products, you’ll be mesmerized by what honey can really do.
Where: 7480 176 Street, Surrey
Go whale watching with White Rock Sea Tours
One of the best things about BC is the access to the expansive ocean and all of its incredible creatures. If you have not yet seen the majesty of whales in their natural habitat, let White Rock Sea Tours take the lead and treat you to a special day at sea. With various tours and packages, you can pick the most suitable for you and your wishes. Prices vary.
Where: Crescent Beach Marina, 12555 Crescent Rd, Surrey
Love flowers? Head to Port Kells Nursery
This super welcoming, family-run garden centre and nursery is the perfect place to enjoy a sunny day. Relish in the wide assortment of perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, shrubs, trees, hedging cedars, and water plants. What will you pick!?
Where: 18730 88th Avenue, Surrey
Sip something special at Central City Brewers
Central City Brewers has been crafting award-winning beers since 2003. Have a bit of it all with a flight or grab a pint of specialty beer, cider, brown or white spirits. With a welcoming and attractive patio, it’s a fun spot to cheer your family or friends.
Where: 11411 Bridgeview Drive, Surrey
Bike ride the many routes of Surrey
There’s no better way to exercise and have fun than a bike ride around the city. With something new to always discover, many routes range from easy to challenging for everyone to enjoy.
See butterflies at the Tynehead Regional Park
A popular green space in the city, Tynehead Regional Park is also home to a fantastic butterfly garden that can be enjoyed by young and old!
Where: 16689 96 Avenue, Surrey
Grab a cup of coffee at Cuatro Coffee
With a sweet outdoor patio, meet some friends, or grab a book and enjoy the tasty lattes, cappuccinos and more at Cuatro Coffee!
Where: 9014 152 Street, Surrey
Enjoy the pool at Unwin Park
Unwin is a massive park that has something for everyone! Unwin has a baseball diamond, a batting cage, soccer fields, and so much more. The best part for a sunny day is their water spray park and outdoor pool to really cool off after a long day of sports!
Where: 13313 68 Avenue, Surrey
Lawn bowling at Surrey Lawn Bowling Club
Interestingly regarded as Surrey’s best-kept secret, the Surrey Lawn Bowling Club has plenty to offer, including plenty of regular tournaments and events. You can also play drop-in with your bubble of six.
Where: 18513 70 Avenue, Surrey
Stroll Godwin Farm Biodiversity Preserve
This nature reserve is one of a kind. The park features incredible heritage trees, some reaching 175 feet tall, various wildlife and birds, and a prosperous fruit tree garden featuring apples, blueberries and figs. Enjoy a peaceful walk around this 26-acre reserve.
Where: 9016 164 Street, Surrey
Spot the animals at Surrey Lake Park
Stroll the 1.5 km walk around Surrey Lake Park, which opened in 2002. Since, it has become an important habitat for many animals, including frogs, salmon, ducks, eagles, deer and more! See what you can spot on your next visit.
Where: 7500 152 St, Surrey
Enjoy nature at Cougar Creek Park
Have a serene afternoon at Cougar Creek Park, strolling along with the ponds, where you can listen to the glorious sounds of the ducks in the ponds, the beavers making their dams and the fish swimming.
Where: 6979 123rd Street, Surrey
Rejuvenate in the beauty of The Glades Gardens
With over 13 acres of beautiful gardens to explore, Glade Gardens is a fantastic green space in Surrey. Here you can view the rhododendrons, azaleas, heritage and exotic trees! It’s a dreamy setting, perfect for relaxing and resetting.
Where: 561 172 Street, Surrey
Enjoy the view at 1001 Steps
Get your exercise in with a visit to Surrey’s 1001 Steps. Perhaps you can even count how many steps you take, as legend has it – it’s not actually 1001 Steps! Descend the wooden, spiralled steps that lead to the waterfront views and trails to explore. Be sure to save some energy though, as you’ll have to ascend them later!
Where: 12500 Block of 15A Avenue, Surrey
Explore Surrey Nature Centre
A great place to explore nature right in the city. Kids and adults alike will love the opportunity to enjoy the activities available here. Your child can borrow an adventure backpack or a fishing rod to make their experience memorable.
Ride a Train with Kids
Enjoy the 10-minute ride through forests, gardens and tunnels with kids. They will absolutely love Eddy, the diesel engine and train that was brought over from England in 1996. Complete your activities here with a fun round of mini-golf on the 18-hole course that winds its way through the beautiful scenery.
Where: 13750 – 88th Avenue at King George Blvd. Surrey
Or Take a Heritage Ride
Ride the rails like the good old days in a heritage train. Take a tour of the Carbarn to see some restorations going on and visit the Transit Museum for more fun
Where: HWY 10 (56 Ave) and 176A St.
Explore Historic Stewart Farm
Step back into history with your family when you visit to the Stewart Farm. This heritage site features costumed staff, allowing families to enjoy a visit to the restored farmhouse, outbuildings, garden, and orchard. There is plenty of open space for kids to run around, and they will find this a pleasant outing on any day.
Where: 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey