Uptown Travel Guide
Vancouver
Popular places to visit
Canada Place
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Vancouver Waterfront
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Vancouver Waterfront. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
University of British Columbia
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of British Columbia, a top university in Vancouver. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.
Port of Vancouver
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Port of Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Stanley Park
Recognised as one of the greatest parks in the world, well-loved for its forested walking trails, bustling beaches, manicured gardens and variety of wildlife.
Top hotels in Uptown
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Clean rooms.very friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
River Rock Casino Resort
Only issue was that they had a planned outage from like 9am to 11pm on the Monday I left
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Great downtown location yet quiet. Waiter (Pavel) and front desk staff were very helpful. The guests were so nice as well, lots of great elevators chats.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver
Wonderful service, amazing view... The food was delicious. Can't wait to return.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Stunning property with great views. I found the rooms not veey sound proof. I would get woken up from other people entering the rooms. The doors just close very loud. And the hot tub was luke warm, with it being cooler outside still it would of been nice for a bit more heat and jet pressure. But ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
Super comfortable beds, great shower, and nice staff. Just some details missing; for the price, they should have been taken care of (not enough robes, towels missing, room wasn't cleaned until 6pm). When asked, the brought things promptly. Bathroom items sparse
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Metrotown
While you're in Metrotown, take in top sights like Crystal Mall or Metropolis at Metrotown, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Patterson Station or Metrotown Station.
East Vancouver
While you're in East Vancouver, take in top sights like Port of Vancouver or Commercial Drive, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nanaimo Station or 29th Avenue Station.
Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Strathcona
You'll enjoy the cafes and shopping in Strathcona. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street or Jimi Hendrix Shrine.
Mount Pleasant
Take time in Mount Pleasant to visit attractions like Olympic Village and Main Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Broadway-City Hall Station to see more of the city.
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Main Street and Rickshaw Theatre, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
