Local hills offer skiing, hiking, cycling and rock climbing, including Apex Mountain, the Kettle Valley Railway cycling route and world class climbing at the Skaha bluffs.

The Okanagan area about Penticton is home to numerous vineyards and wineries, with a reputation for developing quality wines.

Special events include the Ironman Canada competition, and the annual Penticton Peach Festival.

Poppins is located in the downtown core of Penticton, an area which boasts antique shops, gift shops, bookstores and specialty sewing stores.