Vancouver

Travel Guide
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This thriving Pacific Northwest city offers an alluring mix of cosmopolitan culture, an excellent restaurant scene and craft beer bars as well as wonderful natural scenery.

With its sophisticated urban centre, coastline of sandy beaches and surrounding forested mountains, Vancouver appeals to visitors seeking big-city entertainment and outdoor pursuits. Explore neighbourhoods filled with artsy shops, multicultural restaurants and historic architecture. Cycle through a scenic park, enjoy an invigorating hike and relax on a beach.

Take your time discovering Vancouver’s diverse neighbourhoods. Window shop along Robson Street, which features a variety of mid-range shops as well as luxury retailers like Gucci and Tiffany & Co. Head to Gastown to admire historic architecture and dine in some of the city’s top restaurants. Take photos of Chinatown’s famous Millennium Gate and then stroll through the exquisite Dr. Sun Yat Sen Chinese Garden.

No visit to Vancouver would be complete without a stop in Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre (405-hectare) expanse of semi-wild parkland. Walk, bike or jog along the Seawall, which runs along the park’s coastline, offering lovely views of the city and the Lions Gate Bridge. Head to English Bay Beach on the edge of the park for swimming and sunbathing.

Grouse Mountain, located north of downtown, is another favourite destination for visitors interested in getting active. It offers excellent skiing and snowboarding in the winter and picturesque hiking in the summer.

Explore the city’s cultural side with a visit to the Museum of Anthropology, home to an exceptional collection of Northwest Coast First Nations’ art. View the exhibitions of Canadian and West Coast art housed at the Vancouver Art Gallery, including notable works by modernist painter Emily Carr.

Take the ferry across False Creek to visit Granville Island. Browse fresh produce, seafood, meats and baked goods at the Granville Island Public Market.

Most visitors arrive at the city by plane at Vancouver International Airport. Vancouver is also well connected by bus and train to most major Canadian cities, as well as by bus to the U.S. Get around easily within the city on its extensive public transportation system, which includes electric trolley and diesel buses, the light-rail SkyTrain and the SeaBus ferry.

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Where to stay in Vancouver

River Rock Casino Resort
River Rock Casino Resort
4 out of 5
8811 River Road, Richmond, BC, V6X 3P8
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,780 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
₹8,780
per night
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities in ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,353 reviews)
Great Staycation
"It had a great pool and the suite was well-appointed with a comfy bed!"

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2023

River Rock Casino Resort
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver, BC, V6E3T3
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,355 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
₹12,355
per night
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,369 reviews)
"The Hotel and Staff went out of their way to accommodate our stay. Excellent proximity to activities. Great value. We WILL stay there again!"

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2023

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Georgian Court Hotel BW Premier Collection
Georgian Court Hotel BW Premier Collection
4 out of 5
773 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC, V6B2M4
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,912 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
₹8,912
per night
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,781 reviews)
"First time in Vancouver with family and we would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2023

Georgian Court Hotel BW Premier Collection
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Rosedale Condominiums
Rosedale Condominiums
3.5 out of 5
838 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 6A2
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club and valet parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,257 reviews)
"The building was quiet and clean. The front desk and guest services were nice and helpful. Close to lots of good food, bus stops and train station."

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2023

Rosedale Condominiums
Rosellen Suites At Stanley Park
Rosellen Suites At Stanley Park
3 out of 5
2030 Barclay St, Vancouver, BC, V6G 1L5
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, on-site parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the WiFi and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (743 reviews)
Loved it!
"We loved it!!! My husband and I stayed with our three kids and my mom. Was very comfortable. It will be our go to place to stay."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2023

Rosellen Suites At Stanley Park
Level Vancouver - Yaletown Seymour
Level Vancouver - Yaletown Seymour
4 out of 5
1022 Seymour Street, Downtown Vancouver, Vancouver, BC, V6B 0G1
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
"Very nice and clean. The only thing is the outside area and pool have limited time. They are opened from 10 am and I wish it could be open from 6 am. We all need to have fresh air early and I swim in the morning at the start of my day and I have requested from guest service to accommodate that, they ..."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2023

Level Vancouver - Yaletown Seymour
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