Vancouver Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Vancouver
Granville Island featuring a bay or harbour, a high-rise building and a city
Gastown featuring street scenes and a city
Stanley Park which includes rocky coastline
Vancouver featuring a skyscraper, a city and street scenes

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.

Where to stay in Vancouver

Downtown Vancouver showing a city, a high-rise building and modern architecture

Downtown Vancouver

4.5/5(354 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Vancouver
Kitsilano featuring street scenes, flowers and road cycling

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 Side
West End featuring signage, a city and street scenes

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.

West End
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Lower Lonsdale

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting Lower Lonsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Lonsdale Quay Market and Lonsdale Quay Seabus Terminal.

Lower Lonsdale
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Kitsilano

Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.

Kitsilano
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Richmond City Centre

3.5/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its first-class casinos and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Richmond City Centre. Check out top attractions like Lansdowne Centre and CF Richmond Centre Mall, and jump on the metro at Lansdowne Station or Richmond-Brighouse Station to see more of the city.

Richmond City Centre
River Rock Casino Resort

River Rock Casino Resort

4 out of 5
8811 River Road, Richmond, BC
The price is ₹13,756 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
₹13,756
₹17,590 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Richmond. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (9,725 reviews)
"Parking is too far"

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

River Rock Casino Resort
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

4 out of 5
3500 Cessna Dr, Richmond, BC
The price is ₹12,015 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
₹12,015
₹14,076 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,886 reviews)
"Great front desk staff! Easy access and good parking. Very convenient"

Reviewed on 11 Sep 2025

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver, BC
The price is ₹18,823 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
₹18,823
₹22,714 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,273 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Revival Apartments English Bay

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Revival Apartments English Bay

4 out of 5
1771 Comox Street, Vancouver, BC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Vancouver. Enjoy parking (surcharge), concierge services and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (591 reviews)
"Great, clean apartments. You get a code to unlock your room so no need for room key cards. Beautiful interior and right next to the grocery store! Perfect location near the beach."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Revival Apartments English Bay
Rosellen Suites At Stanley Park

Rosellen Suites At Stanley Park

3 out of 5
2030 Barclay St, Vancouver, BC
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,112 reviews)
"Suite was spacious and perfect for my stay. There was a bit of a funk to the bathroom but not too bothersome."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Rosellen Suites At Stanley Park
Quite House near Vancouver Airport

Quite House near Vancouver Airport

3 out of 5
Richmond, BC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly holiday home in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Richmond ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (74 reviews)
"Owner responded very promptly when i needed assistance!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Quite House near Vancouver Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Vancouver

4.5
Top destination
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5 - Excellent 57%
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4 - Good 36%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

My wife and I particularly enjoy Stanley Park

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing city! You can walk everywhere, great food options. Would recommend to anyone

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The Aquarium was great (3 adults spent 4 hours there) and i also enjoyed the normal/space museum. There are plenty of places to eat and lots of variety too. Capilano suspension bridge is my must see recomendation

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place for a short or long holiday, public transport is efficient and cheap

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A really welcoming city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing city.

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