Central Vancouver Travel Guide
Vancouver
Visit Central 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.
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.
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.
BC Place Stadium
Catch an event at BC Place Stadium during your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Rogers Arena
Catch an event at Rogers Arena during your trip to Vancouver. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Vancouver Convention Centre
During your trip, find out what's happening in Vancouver Convention Centre, a top convention centre in Vancouver. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Central Vancouver
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
"Idéalement situé, il est, par contre défraîchi"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Pan Pacific Vancouver
"Great view of the harbour"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
"Rooms were clean, staff was extremely helpful, shared washroom was not an issue, great location"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
The Parker Hotel and Rooftop
"The hotel went the extra mile my wife’s birthday and they set us up with a bottle of wine and a nice pretty cake. The room was of course wonderful and lovely.."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Sandman Signature Vancouver Downtown Hotel
"Bathroom needed a deeper clean in some small places restaurants great and on site close to everything staff very helpful especially the older man on the front desk goes out of his way to be helpful and just seems to be his positive attitude with everyone nothing to much trouble and informative of ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
"The hotel was fine but because we booked through Hotel.com we were not allowed to have the complimentary breakfast."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Central Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Vancouver Waterfront are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
West Side
While you're in West Side, take in top sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden or Kitsilano Beach, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King Edward Station or Oakridge-41st Avenue Station.
West End
The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.
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.
Lower Lonsdale
While visiting Lower Lonsdale, you might make a stop by sights like The Shipyards and Lonsdale Quay Market.
