Vancouver cityscape

Vancouver

City break
Foodie
Family friendly
Nature

Vancouver sits between the Pacific and the Coast Mountains, with a seawall path circling a 400-hectare forest park beside downtown. Ski hills are within half an hour of the city and beaches within fifteen minutes. It is the usual gateway for Vancouver Island and the Rockies.

How long to stay

June to September for dry weather; December to March for nearby skiing.

Typical daily budget

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Best time to go

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Is Vancouver right for your trip?

Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Vancouver is known for.

Great for

  • Food
  • Nature
  • Family
  • Solo

Less of a focus

  • History & culture
  • Nightlife
  • Couples
  • Budget friendly

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Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Entrance CA$69.95 · Verified

Vancouver

A 140-metre footbridge 70 metres above a river canyon in North Vancouver, with treetop walkways and a cliff walk attached.

Landmark
3h
Granville Island

Granville Island

Free entry · Paid extras available

Vancouver

A former industrial island under the bridge, now a public market of produce, seafood and food stalls with artist studios around it.

Food
2h 30m
Stanley Park

Stanley Park

Free entry · Verified

Vancouver

A 400-hectare peninsula park of temperate rainforest beside downtown, circled by a ten-kilometre seawall and holding a totem pole collection.

Nature
4h

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Popular activities

  • Seawall cycle ride

    Rented bike loop around the park and along the waterfront.