Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
Hotel Europe
Find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Hotel Europe. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
Maple Tree Square
You can find out about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Maple Tree Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Imagine you are in Suzhou, China in this beautifully created urban oasis where architecture, rocks, plants and water provide a peaceful, harmonious setting.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Keefer House
Most excellent stay. Beautiful sleek apartments. The coffee experience was wonderful.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
River Rock Casino Resort
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Easy to access the airport by taxi or Canada line.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Shuttle was great, check in was great, staff were professional and polite, very welcoming. Room was clean and well maintained
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Super close to establishments and the hotel staff are so nice
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Very awesome harbour views
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Fairmont Waterfront
Staff room everything was clean
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eastside
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Rickshaw Theatre and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Hotel Europe.
Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium 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.
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.
Yaletown
Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
