Vanier Park

The Norris crab, which is located in the middle of a fountain in front of the HR MacMillan Space Center, is one of the most photographed works of art in British Columbia, a favourite of tourists and schoolchildren. The crab rises from a pool, pincers raised overhead, a magnificent six-metre-tall sculpture rendered in stainless steel. #localsecrets
The Norris crab, which is located in the middle of a fountain in front of the HR MacMillan Space Center, is one of the most photographed works of art in British Columbia, a favourite of tourists and schoolchildren. The crab rises from a pool, pincers raised overhead, a magnificent six-metre-tall sculpture rendered in stainless steel. #localsecrets
Night View of the West end, Vancouver from Burrard Bridge
"Gate to the Northwest Passage" is a 1980 sculpture by Alan Chung Hung located adjacent to the Vancouver Maritime Museum in Vanier Park. The work was installed in 1980 to commemorate the arrival of Captain George Vancouver in Burrard Inlet, following a competition sponsored by Parks Canada one year prior. According to Chung Hung: "The objective of the sculpture is to create a symbolic image with definite visual expression, awakening an awareness in Captain George Vancouver's contribution to the world, his remarkable and meticulous surveys which included the north Pacific coast."
Cycling through on the Seashore Bike Trail I came along this fella hiding in the trees. There was no signage so I'm unsure of its representation. He did however look like he needed a hug.

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The Norris crab, which is located in the middle of a fountain in front of the HR MacMillan Space Center, is one of the most photographed works of art in British Columbia, a favourite of tourists and schoolchildren. The crab rises from a pool, pincers raised overhead, a magnificent six-metre-tall sculpture rendered in stainless steel. #localsecrets

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at H.R. MacMillan Space Centre in Vancouver. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
The Norris crab, which is located in the middle of a fountain in front of the HR MacMillan Space Center, is one of the most photographed works of art in British Columbia, a favourite of tourists and schoolchildren. The crab rises from a pool, pincers raised overhead, a magnificent six-metre-tall sculpture rendered in stainless steel. #localsecrets

Museum of Vancouver

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Vancouver during your travels in Vancouver. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Museum of Vancouver
Vancouver Maritime Museum in Vancouver, BC, Canada

Vancouver Maritime Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Vancouver Maritime Museum during your trip to Vancouver. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Vancouver Maritime Museum
Summer sunset at English Bay

Sunset Beach

4/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sunset Beach during your travels in Vancouver? Amble around the area's seaside or experience its art scene.

Sunset Beach
Vancouver showing a city, a high-rise building and a marina

False Creek

5/5(1 review)

Take a ferry ride past the high-rises of downtown Vancouver or cycle along the shoreline of this waterway in the heart of the city.

False Creek
Granville Island Public Market showing street scenes, a bridge and city views

Granville Island Public Market

4.5/5(138 reviews)

This vibrant market is a colourful mix of crafts, delicious fresh food, scrumptious bakery goods and gourmet cheese, a playground for foodies and shoppers alike.

Granville Island Public Market

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