Exploring Vancouver
Discover why Vancouver is constantly listed as one of the top ten cities to live in the world and one of the most scenic cities in North America. Natural beauty surrounds us—we have an abundance of parks, beaches, breath-taking vistas, outdoor cafés and local ski hills. For certain it is one of the friendliest places, with a relaxed West Coast mentality. We are also a very international and cosmopolitan city, with a vibrant nightlife, theatres, performances, clubs and more. Truly, there is something for everyone here—come join us!
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Below are some useful links to attractions, events, and services that will make your visit more enjoyable. Enjoy your stay!
Vancouver Tourist Attractions, Events, and Services
Urban shopping/dining neighbourhoods:
- Downtown core
- Yaletown
- Robson Street
- Fourth Avenue
- South Granville Home to small eclectic art galleries and antique stores
- Granville Island and Public Market
- Commercial Drive Neighbourhood
- Gastown
- Kerrisdale Neighbourhood
- Vancouver's West End Neighbourhood
- Vancouver Neighbourhoods
Public Parks
Gardens
- VanDusen Botanical Garden
- Nitobe Memorial Japanese Gardens
- UBC Botanical Gardens
- Dr Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Discovery Attractions
- Museum of Anthropology
- Pacific Space Centre/Planetarium
- Dr Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden
- Science World
- University of British Columbia
- Vancouver Aquarium
- Vancouver Art Gallery
- Vancouver Lookout
- Vancouver Maritime Museum
- Vancouver Museum
Walking Tours
- Walking Tours of Vancouver
- Walk Vancouver: Self-guided urban walking tours in Vancouver. Maps, photos, directions — free!
- West Coast Walk and Hike: Guided walking and hiking tours in and around Vancouver
Events and Festivals
- Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
- Celebration of Light Fireworks competition
- Dragon Boat Festival
- Theatre under the stars
- Vancouver Comedy Festival
- Vancouver International Childrens Festival
- Vancouver International Folk Festival
- Vancouver International Film Festival
- Vancouver International Marathon
- Vancouver Jazz Festival
Vancouver’s North Shore
- Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Cypress Mountain
- Grouse Mountain
- Lighthouse Park
- Lynn Valley Regional Park and Suspension Bridge
- Lonsdale Quay Market
- Seymour Mountain
Tourist Attractions – outside Vancouver
BC Travel Tools
- BC Ferry Schedules
- Border Crossings Wait Times
- Border Crossings Web Cams
- Currency Converter
- Distance Calculator
- Highway Alerts
- Maps of Vancouver
- Map of Greater Vancouver - Panoramic zoomable Graphic
- Non-Canadian Traveller Tax (GST) Refund
- Public Transportation Routes and schedules
- Road Reports
- Tide & Marine Forecasts
- Vancouver International Airport
- Vancouver Weather
Guides
- Find Vancouver An Excellent guide for general Vancouver Information
- Cruise Watch is especially designed for Alaska cruise passengers. Comprehensive pages on the Alaska cruise experience and cruise ships, international voyage reports and lots of photos.
Web Cams:
- Bluenose - Looking North east up the Fraser River from New Westminster
- Katcam - Vancouver looking west over Vanier park and Kits Beach / English Bay
- Whistler Cams
Golf
- 1st Tee BCgolfguide.com: The definitive Internet source for Golf in British Columbia.
Adventure
- Canadian Outback Adventure Company Spectacular adventures, many just a short drive from Vancouver and Whistler, BC. Whitewater rafting, scenic river floats, kayaking, horseback riding, and much more
- Lotus Land Tours Nature Adventures for "softies"
- Rockwood Adventures
- Pacific Rainforest Adventure Tours offers educational wilderness adventures to areas on central and southern Vancouver Island.
- Vancouver All-Terrain Adventures
- Harbour Air Seaplanes