Why go
- City in British Columbia, Canada.
- Served by Prince George Airport (YXS).
- Home to roughly 84,900 people.
History
Prince George is a city in British Columbia, Canada, situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. The city itself has a population of 76,708; the metro census agglomeration has a population of 89,490. It is often called the province's "northern capital" because it serves as a centre for higher education, health care, government services, arts and entertainment, sports, and support for major industries such as forest products and mining.
Where to stay
157 McKinley Crescent, Prince George, BC V2M 4S3, Canada · gratefulbed.ca
1391 Central St W, Prince George, BC V2M 3E2, Canada · anavadainn.ca
867 17th Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 3Y5, Canada · pgmotorcourt.com
770 Brunswick St, Prince George, BC V2L 2C2, Canada · coasthotels.com
3464 22 Ave, Prince George, BC V2N 1P8, Canada · cnc.bc.ca
2713 Spruce St, Prince George, BC V2L 2S2, Canada · 97motorinn.ca
901 Central St W, Prince George, BC V2M 3C8, Canada · gramasinn.com
444 George St, Prince George, BC V2L 1R6, Canada · wyndhamhotels.com
1630 Central St E, Prince George, BC V2M 3C2, Canada · sonesta.com
2280 John Hart Hwy, Prince George, BC V2K 2X8, Canada · northwoodplaza.ca
2005 Cariboo Hwy, 2005 BC-97, Prince George, BC V2N 7A3, Canada · prestigehotelsandresorts.com
1502 BC-97, Prince George, BC V2L 5L9, Canada · carmelinn.ca
900 Brunswick St, Prince George, BC V2L 0E3, Canada · marriott.com
3670 John Hart Hwy, Prince George, BC V2K 2Z3, Canada · hotelni.com
1458 7 Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 3P2, Canada · bestwestern.com
1151 Commercial Crescent, Prince George, BC V2M 6W6, Canada · wyndhamhotels.com
585 Dominion St, Prince George, BC V2L 1T7, Canada · hyatt.com
2700 Recplace Dr, Prince George, BC V2N 0H4, Canada · pomeroyinnandsuites.com
Lobby Door, 910 Victoria St #1, Prince George, BC V2L 2K8, Canada · choicehotels.com
1824 Maple St, Prince George, BC V2L 1X1, Canada
3231 Residence Ct, Prince George, BC V2N, Canada
4374 Stevens Dr, Prince George, BC V2K 1E3, Canada
3333 University Way, Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9, Canada
Indoor
Indoor
2301 Northwood Pulp Rd, Prince George, BC V2K 1K3, Canada · tourca.cfd
1737 20 Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 4B9, Canada · princemotel.ca
3454 John Hart Hwy, Prince George, BC V2K 2Z1, Canada · pacerealty.ca
1600 Central St E, Prince George, BC V2M 3C2, Canada
3755 John Hart Hwy, Prince George, BC V2K 2Z4, Canada
Restaurants & places to go
Steak House, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th, Su 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00 · 2216 Ferry Avenue · mrmikes.ca
Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th,Su 11:00-23:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-00:00
Pita, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:00-21:00; Fr,Sa 10:00-21:30; Su 11:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 5240 Domano Boulevard
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 06:00-21:30; Sa,Su 06:30-21:30 Features: takeaway
Thai, Restaurant · Features: takeaway, vegetarian options · 1238 5th Avenue, Prince George, V2L 3L2 · maithaipg.com
Juice, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 1600 15th Avenue
Hot Dog, Pizza, Sandwich, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 2060 5th Avenue, V2M 1J9
Sandwich, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 6333 Southridge Avenue
Salad, Restaurant · Salad restaurant
Ice Cream, Ice Cream · Ice Cream ice cream · 3040 Recplace Drive, Prince George
Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant
Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant
Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Tu 11:00-25:00; We-Fr 11:00-26:00; Sa-Su 10:00-26:00 Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 3036 Recplace Drive, Prince George,… · thecanadianbrewhouse.com
Breakfast, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:00-14:30 · 910 Victoria Street
Burger, Restaurant · Burger restaurant · 5787 Albert Place, Prince George, V2N4R5 · thedudleypg.com
Cafe · cafe · 1261 3rd Avenue · nancyos.ca
Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Indian, Restaurant · Features: vegetarian options · 454 Douglas Street, Prince George
Mexican, Fast Food · Mexican fast food
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 1600 15th Avenue
Korean, Restaurant · Korean restaurant
Fine Dining, Restaurant · Fine Dining restaurant
Seafood, Restaurant · Seafood restaurant · 826 Central Street East, V2M 3B8
Wings, Fast Food · Wings fast food
Asian, Restaurant · Asian restaurant
Food Court · Features: step-free access
Indoor
Steak House, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 16:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 16:00-24:00 · 582 George Street · thekeg.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 6333 Southridge Avenue
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 6720 Hart Highway, Prince George, V2K 3A6
Sandwich, Restaurant · Sandwich restaurant · 1600 15th Avenue
Ice Cream · ice cream · 4038 Cowart Road, Prince George, V2N 6H9
Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant · bffbarandgrill.ca
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway
Cafe · Opening hours: Tu, We 10:00-19:00; Mo, Su 10:00-17:00; Th-Sa 10:00-21:00
Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 11:00-21:00; Su 11:00-19:00 · 5212 Domano Boulevard
Indian, Restaurant · Indian restaurant · 1063 5 Avenue
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant
Food Court · Features: step-free access
Indoor
Pizza, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 3328 15th Avenue
Coffee Shop, Restaurant · Coffee Shop restaurant · 1600 15th Avenue
Restaurant · restaurant · 5224 Domano Boulevard, V2N 4A1 · crossroadscraft.com
31 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Airports
Prince George Airport (YXS) 6.6 km to the centre
Prince George, BC, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 2 airlines (WestJet, Air Canada) · direct flights to 8 destinations incl. Calgary, Vancouver, Fort Nelson, Fort Saint John, Kamloops… (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 8 direct destinations
- WestJet WS (736, Dash 8-400, 737-700) · 2 routes: Calgary, Vancouver
- Air Canada AC (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Vancouver*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Beaverley Airport 12 km to the centre
Beaverley, BC, CA
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Prince George Airport (YXS); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YXS has direct flights to 8 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Calgary, Vancouver, Fort Nelson, Fort Saint John, Kamloops…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Prince George, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
Intercity coach