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City Centre / Granville
The heart of downtown, it contain Financial District, the Granville Entertainment district, and many of its hotels, clubs and historical buildings. Countless restaurants, bars and nightclubs make this a popular late-night hangout, particularly on the weekends. The Pacific Centre shopping mall provides unique stores for those in search of the latest fashions, while the area between Robson and Drake streets offers a diverse collection of boutique shops where you can find the latest footwear, club gear, music. |
The West End
The West End is one of the most popular places to hang out in the city. Located on the western half of the downtown peninsula, the compact mostly residential area is surrounded by a string of beaches and the beloved Stanley Park, and bustling with tonnes of shops and eateries on its main street. If you want a day chock-full of shopping, strolling, dining and people watching, head to Robson Street. It's a sure bet for shoppers of all kinds with everything from big-name stores to funky shops. |
Yaletown / False Creek
Encompasses the established neighbourhood of Yaletown and the still developing area of Southeast False Creek (better known as the Athlete's Village of 2010 Winter Olympics). Reclaimed industrial areas, both are a mix of modern condo architecture. Yaletown is the hippest area, filled with sidewalk cafes, trendy restaurants, a thriving nightlife scene and intimate boutique hotels. Start yat Davie & Hamilton, along Mainland St, Pacific, Homer and finish at Marinaside Crescent. |
Chinatown
Conde Nast Traveler says Vancouver is home to the best Chinese food in the world. One in five of Vancouver's two million residents is ethnically Chinese. Combine those demographics with the city's legendary seafood and you have the recipe for an outsize number of extremely good Cantonese, Shanghainese, and Szechuan restaurants. Located on the eastern side of downtown Vancouver, the bustling district is North America’s third largest Chinatown by population. |
Punjabi Market
The epicenter of Indo-Canadian community the Punjabi Market is not a market at all, but rather a neighbourhood that occupies six blocks on Main Street, starting at about East 49th Avenue, this Little India is marked by shops touting bright swathes of silk, intricate gold bangles and some of the best (and most affordable) curries outside of Punjab. The Sikh temple at the foot of Ross Street is an impressive site. Don’t miss the International Bhangra Celebration, ancient form of Indian dance. |
SoMa
Hunt for fashion one-offs in SoMa. A few antiques stores continue to ply their wares here but design-forward boutiques are busily taking over on South Main, SoMa as it's locally known, now branded the city's fashion district. Best for local independent fashion and Canadian chic. SoMa refers directly to the area around Main Street; it begins, roughly, around 6th Avenue and extends south into Riley Park, as far as 33rd Avenue especially near Main Street, a neighbourhood favourite. |
Kitsilano
Known locally as Kits, named one of the "top 10 best city beaches in the world", and perfect for outdoor fitness. Kitsilano is one of the city's organic-food hubs, and has extensive restaurants and retail along West 4th Avenue and West Broadway. Kitsilano runs along the south shore of English Bay, between popular Granville Island and Point Grey. Please note admission fees, 10-visit passes, swimming and skating lessons, facility rentals, boat moorage fees, and parking rates. |
Granville Island
A small peninsula connected to downtown Vancouver via the Granville Street Bridge. Once an industrial area with sawmills and steel factories, it is now a popular area boasting a large public market as well as many galleries and shops. It has become, a sophisticated home to performing arts, art education, dining, artists' studios and workshops, art galleries and a fabulous public market that offers the widest array of fresh food in the Lower Mainland as well as a favourite tourist place. |
Canada Place
A building situated on the Burrard Inlet waterfront. Home of the Vancouver Convention Centre, the Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel, Vancouver's World Trade Centre. The building's exterior is covered by fabric roofs resembling sails. It is also the main cruise ship terminal for the region, where most of Vancouver's famous cruises to Alaska originate. See the Promenade into History. Experience the sounds of music presented by an all-Canadian cast of musicians from around the country. |
Robson Street
Cutting right through downtown from the BC Place Stadium to Stanley Park, Robson Street is the place in Vancouver to see and be seen in Vancouver. From punkers to Goths to very "normal" people, you'll see it all on Robson Street. No wonder people watching is a popular pastime here. In the three block stretch between Burrard and Jervis you will find a commercial mecca which includes premier fashions stores, fine dining, services and all the amenities a tourist or local might need. |
Harbour Centre
One of the tallest buildings in the city, it's more than just a skyscraper, one-of-a-kind complex easily visible from nearly anywhere in the city, Harbour Centre boasts 28 stories and stands 482 feet tall. Visitors here enjoy spectactular, unobstructed views of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore Mountains. Don't miss the Lookout. 360º aerial view of Vancouver. Starts with a 40 second glass elevator ride, whisking you 553.16 ft (168.60 m) skyward to the panoramic observation deck. |
Waterfront Station
Vancouver's handsome Waterfront Station was built in 1914 as the city's main railway station. While it lost that function a long time ago, the building is still the hub for several forms of public transportation that travel in and around the city. The station also accommodates the popular SeaBus. In front of the station sits a bronze Angel of Victory statue. Inside, the walls are painted with wonderful murals that depict beautiful scenery, including the Rocky Mountains and other sights. |
Capilano Bridge
Built in 1956 stretching 70 meters above the canyon floor, giving a breathtaking view over the splendid natural setting draws over 800,000 visitors a year. Walk on the bridge, Take a treetop adventure or do the Cliffwalk. Also features rain forest ecotours, award-winning gardens, nature trails, North America's largest private collection of First Nations totem poles, period decor and costumes, and exhibits highlighting the park's history and the surrounding temperate rain forest. |
Seawall
A scenic 22 km of path that lines Vancouver’s waterfront. Perfect for a walk, cycle or jog, it is the most popular recreational spot in the city. The Seawall is divided in to two clearly marked sections - one for walkers and joggers (closest to the water), and one for cyclists and inline skaters (inside path). Be sure to follow the signs to make sure you use the seawall safely, especially on sunny summer days. Built to withstand the tides for many years to come. |
Japanese Garden
With its peaceful gardens, blossoming cherry trees and abundance of classic and contemporary Asian restaurants, Vancouver fluidly incorporates authentic Japanese culture into the local lifestyle. Experience unique customs, cuisine and cultural events of Japan at destinations around the city. Perhaps the most prevalent example of Japanese culture in Vancouver is the ubiquity of sushi and izakaya-style restaurants. There’s even Osake, an artisan sake maker on Granville Island. |
Stanley Park
A 1,000 acre urban park.. Its natural West Coast rainforest, offering a back drop of majestic cedar, hemlock, and fir trees, embraces visitors and transports them to an environment rich in tranquility. The park abounds in wildlife and its features appeal to the naturalist. Ride the Seawall, Visit the goats, ponies and even a llama at the Children’s Farmyard, Play Golf, Take a Horse Drawn Carriage Ride, Hike, Swim, Teach kids how to drive, Gaze at Totem Poles or Take a train ride. |
The Orpheum
The Orpheum is one of the most beautiful concert halls in North America. Built in 1927 and refurbished in 2009, the Orpheum is a designated National Heritage Site. The Orpheum is home to the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame. The Starwall Gallery on the 2nd floor off the Granville Street staircase features members of the Hall of Fame. Outside the Orpheum is the Starwalk, a parade of plaques installed in the sidewalk along Granville Street to honour these artists. |
Wreck Beach
Canada's only and infamous nudist beach, Wreck Beach, offers a panoramic view of the ocean and distant San Juan Islands, half a mile of sandy shore on which to bare your bunnies, a backdrop of coniferous forest, and the occasional eagle to remind you that you're at the edge of wilderness. With a family area, a hippie-tastic party zone and a gay area it caters to nudists of most persuasions, though half a million visitors make the pilgrimage every year, so don't expect privacy on a hot summer's day. |
Crab Park
With its stunning locale between Vancouver's Downtown and the Port, Crab Park at Portside is a large, open space for everyone. Once referred to as Lucklucky, the Native phrase for Grove of Beautiful Trees, the area has evolved to become one of the largest Parks along the shores of the Burrard Inlet with dozens of interesting views to see from the piers and along the walkways that weave through the grassy meadows and trees along the Park. Its large open grassy field is popular with everyone. |
David Lam Park
This stunning downtown park is an intricate mix of active and passive recreation opportunities, all with views of False Creek and Yaletown. Sports courts and playgrounds are sheltered by lush plantings, and a large open lawn is perfect for kite flying, resting in the sunshine, or hosting an outdoor festival. David Lam Park is also home to several intriguing sculptures nestled along the waterfront. This park was named in 1995 for British Columbia Lt. Governor David Lam. |
Queen Elizabeth Park
Home to some of the loveliest gardens in the city, Queen Elizabeth Park is said to be the second most-visited park in Vancouver. Once a quarry, now a 130-acre park at 500 feet has the garden as the centerpiece. The enclosed Bloedel Floral Conservatory is where guests can explore a number of wonderful tropical and exotic plants as well as Koi fish and exotic birds. The park has a disc (Frisbee) golf course as well as a 3-par Pitch and Putt Course and putting green in addition to 18 tennis courts. |
VanDusen Botanical Garden
It covers about 22 hectares (55 acres) and is home to more than 255,000 plants representing more than 7,300 varieties from around the world. The plants are organized to represent the flora of various ecosystems, including the native Pacific Northwest as well as sub-tropical Africa, the Himalayas, Arctic Canada, and others. In addition to myriad plants and flowers, also boasts a lovely little shop where you can not only buy the usual trinkets, but also seeds, plants, books, and home and garden accessories. |
UBC Botanical Garden
There are a number of different "gardens" at the UBC Botanical Garden, which contains about 8,000 plants: the Alpine Garden, Asian Garden, Carolinian Forest, Food Garden, Native Garden, the Physic Garden, and a handful of other small garden areas. The UBC Centre for Plant Research endeavors to "explore, explain and maintain plant life on Earth". Both the centre and the gardens serve as a "green classroom" for locals and visitors. They also sponsor an annual Apple Festival. |
Dr Sun Yat-Sen Garden
An authentic representation of an age-old Chinese tradition, named for "The Father of Modern China", is based on the harmony of four main elements: rock, water, plants, and architecture. Used together in the right manner, the Chinese maintain that they create a perfect balance - the yin and yang. Adjacent is the Park with more lush greenery and less buildings than the garden, features a central pond with a Chinese pavilion. A gift shop onsite sells Chinese treasures and collectibles. Entrance to the park is free. |
Inukshuk
Located off the popular Seawall, This simple yet stunning piece of art identifies with the Canadian land it has been built on. Sitting on the edge of a small peninsula with a circular walking path with the Burrard Inlet, Cascade Mountain range and ocean lines behind, it is a picturesque and popular site no matter the weather or time of day as the Inukshuk is lit up at night. Hundreds of tourists a day have their photo taken with this iconic Vancouver art piece and it was the symbol for the 2010 Winter Games. |
Totem Poles
The most-visited tourist attraction in all of BC is Brockton Point. Situated just off the seawall beside the Brockton Oval cricket pitch are eight totem poles. Each has a story that breathes life into it. Each is connected to the land on which it stands in more than just a physical sense. All totem poles are made of red (or occasionally yellow) cedar painted black, blue, red, white, and yellow, using colored pigment derived from minerals, plants, and salmon roe. Signs tell individual stories. |
Laughing Statues
A-maze-ing Laughter consists of 14 enormous bronze statues – in all different poses – of a shirtless guy laughing hysterically. First installed in 2009 as part of the Vancouver Biennale, A-maze-ing Laughter has quickly become the city’s most recognizable piece of outdoor art. Kids climb all over the giant, three-metre-tall statues and swing from the arms. Tourists stream in to mimic the funny poses and take snapshots. One couple was even married right in the middle of it all. |
Vancouver Cauldron
The symbol of the Olympics, The Vancouver Olympic Torch Cauldron (an impressive structure) is made by glass and steel. The transparent glass part looks like glowing when sunset light beam hit it. Located at Jack Poole Plaza atop the Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver BC Canada. Great place to relax with lunch or drink. Get lunch from nearby street food trucks. Great view of water, Stanley park and mountains. Watch the the seaplanes come and go. |
Museum of Anthropology
Dedicated to the culture of the aboriginals of the Pacific Northwest, and in particular of the Haida. Nearly 500,000 archaeological objects and 35,000 ethnographic pieces are on display. A walkway (The Ramp) leads to the 15m (49ft) high Great Hall, the centerpiece of the museum, and displays many large objects from the cedar plank houses of British Columbia's aboriginal peoples, including decorative carvings, structural beams and totem poles. See the sculpture the Raven and the First Men. |
Vancouver Art Gallery
Housing both historic and contemporary art, it's best known for its impressive collections of photographs and Canadian art with the exterior as an artwork unto itself. The building features Ionic columns, lots of ornate stonework, porticos, and a central dome. Home to over 80,000 works of art, the main emphasis is to showcase works by great regional and national artists. The gallery also hosts a number of changing exhibitions including some that have traveled from around the world. |
Museum Of Vancouver (MOV)
The museum includes in its collection artifacts collected from around the world by Vancouver residents, including a mummy purchased in Egypt during World War I, taxidermy of local game and wildlife, popular culture artifacts collected locally from the late 19th and 20th centuries, and journals written by local middle and upper class women chronicling their travels throughout the British Empire. Founded by the Art, Historical, and Scientific Association of Vancouver on April 17, 1894 |
Vancouver Public Library
Often thought to resemble Rome's Colosseum, occupies an entire block in the eastern expansion section of the city on Georgia Ave. In all, this stunning building covers 7,000 square-meters (398,000 square-feet) in area and houses 1.5 million books, periodicals, and other reference materials that are moved through the building by vertical and horizontal conveyors. The library portion is a seven-story rectangular box that houses all the books and periodicals. |
Vancouver Zoo
The mission of the Greater Vancouver Zoo is to engage visitors in recreational, educational and conservation-oriented activities about animals and the zoo environment, to promote respect for and connectedness with the natural world. The vision of the Greater Vancouver Zoo is to become a world-renowed zoological institution dedicated to the stewardship and conservation of animals and their habitat. The zoo is located in Aldergrove. Please check website for further details. |
Vancouver Aquarium
Kids will love the Vancouver Aquarium's shows that go on throughout the day (schedule will be posted at entrance daily), including sea otter feeds, beluga whale shows and various educational talks that are included in admission. Educating the public about marine life is a big part of the aquarium's mission and profits from the Vancouver Aquarium go toward conserving aquatic life. With over 50,000 animals from across the world, there’s no shortage of incredible things to see. |
Science World
An iconic building, the spherical Science World, houses interactive exhibits and an Omnimax Theatre offeringincredible exhibits interactive science demonstrations and other cool stuff, make your kids go "Wow!" They'll be having too much fun to know that they're learning. The Omnimax Theatre shows movies that teach us about the world us around us, putting us right in the heart of the action. It is located at the end of False Creek, and features many permanent interactive exhibits and displays,. |
Maplewood Farm
Just 10 minutes from downtown Vancouver, take a close-up look at 200 farm animals and birds and pet bunnies, horses and goats. Maplewood is a working farm, so visitors are treated to milking demonstrations, sheep shearing and more. Admission is minimal, parking is free and families can easily enjoy two to three hours at the farm. An all weather farm attraction. Families can come picnic and play together. They have self-guided tour maps so you can tailor your families visit. |
Amaluna
Although Cirque du Soleil is a Canadian entertainment company based in Montreal, its various shows and performances are held all over the world. Amaluna invites the audience to a mysterious island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. Their queen, Prospera, directs her daughter’s coming-of-age ceremony in a rite that honours femininity, renewal, rebirth and balance which marks the passing of these insights and values from one generation to the next. |
Bard on the Beach
A large professional Shakespeare festival, held every year in open-ended tents on the waterfront in Vanier Park. Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival’s 23rd season runs May to September. Bard is located in Vanier Park just at the south end of the Burrard Street Bridge in Vancouver. It consists of two stages: The Mainstage and The Douglas Campbell Studio Stage. There is also a group of tents known as the Bard Village which contains the box office, a gift shop, and a concession. |
Outdoor Movies in Stanley Park
Get ready to grab a blanket and pop the popcorn: July and August are the months for free outdoor movies, a summer tradition in Vancouver. Showtimes start at dusk (around 9:20pm). Movies can get canceled due to rain/weather, so keep up-to-date by following Outdoor Movies BC on Twitter or with Fresh Air Cinema on Facebook. Just remember to take the trash with you as you leave. Admission is free. |
Chinatown Night Market
A shopping extravaganza featuring Asian traditional handicraft, fashionable gifts & ethnic snacks. The street market contains booths with different merchandises on sale including artistic handicrafts, creative gifts & decors, modern electronics, fashionable clothes, popular music CD, VCD, DVD, delicious snacks & ethnic food…etc. Folk dancing, singing, magic shows, martial arts, lion dance, pop bands… as well as games & prizes. |
Grouse Mountain Skyride
There's an easier way to get up the Grouse Mountain besides the 850m track up a path built largely of big wooden steps. A hundred thousand people try it every year, making Grouse the most hiked mountain in world. The Skyride is North America's largest aerial tramway system to The Peak of Vancouver, and an experience in itself. Whether you're in search of the perfect photo, or a romantic dinner at The Observatory, your adventure begins with the Skyride which operates 365 days a year, every 15 minutes. |
Tandem Paragliding
Paragliding at Grouse Mountain is a tandem paraglide experience with North Shore Paragliding will have you soaring as you fly with an experienced pilot from the Peak of Grouse Mountain to your landing point at Cleveland Park. You’ll feel weightless as you gradually descent 3,300 feet – taking in spectacular views, the breeze in your face as you go. Flights are available from 10am – 6pm daily through September, and pre-booking is recommended for all without a heart condition. |
Mountain Ziplines
The zipline experience will give you a unique perspective of Grouse Mountain, combining heart-pounding thrills with an exploration of BC’s old-growth forests. The dual-line, five-line circuit gives you an adrenaline-pumping tour across the peaks and canyons of Grouse and Dam Mountains. The tour lasts about two hours and can be booked as an individual or as a group. Make sure to enjoy every second of this jaw-dropping scenery. Because it goes by fast. Crazy, awesome fast. |
Whale Watching
While in Vancouver, don't miss the chance to take a whale-watching tour and spot killer whales, porpoises, seals, eagles and other wildlife amid the stunning scenery of Canada’s southwest coast. Join professional naturalist and board a first class, modern vessel for a 3- to 5-hour expedition, starting in the picturesque, historic fishing village of Steveston and traveling through the spectacular Gulf Islands and San Juan Islands. The area is renowned for attracting whales and is quite popular. |
Bus Tours
A great way to enjoy Vancouver’s most popular areas: Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island and more! Most tours features a live commentary so you’ll have the opportunity to learn what makes this spectacular city so special they operate year-round, 364 days a year. Take a San Francisco Style Trolley tour, or the Big Pink Sightseeing Bus or the Hop-on Hop-off Bus (Take a bus, stop at a location, browse around for as long as you want and then hop back onto the next coming bus). |
Ferry Tours
Cruises in Vancouver are a relaxing way to see the city skyline, towering mountains and ocean waters. Hop on a harbour ferry for a tour of some Vancouver attractions, join a dinner cruise to enjoy fresh-caught seafood with Stanley Park as a backdrop, or sail under the lofty Lions Gate Bridge. Most cruises from Vancouver are single day, but multi-day trips and private charters are also available. Cruise companies leave from Granville Island, Coal Harbour and False Creek but there are other ports of departure. |
Sea Safari
Step aboard Sea Safari for an unforgettable ride of Howe Sound. Here you will find yourself racing beside steep cliffs, watching seals at play, observing the majestic bald eagles and other marine birds go about their daily activities and peaking into sea caves. Sit back and take in city views and learn about this unique ecosystem, with an experienced guide at the helm you won’t miss a thing. Located just 20 minutes north of downtown Vancouver and on route to Whistler in majestic Horseshoe Bay. |
Floatplane tours
Beavers are float planes that buzz in and out the Strait of Georgia dozens of times each day. Take a 45-minute flightseeing trip that circles the skyline and the surrounding, mountainous coastal islands or a quick hop over to the capital city of Victoria for some land-based sightseeing, dinner and maybe a nice stayover. Enjoy panoramic views of the city and its surrounds as you get a birds eye view of from the sky. Beavers and Otters are the common mode of transport for the various flightseeing tours. |
Granville Island Brewing
Canada’s oldest microbrewery offers half-hour tours where the guides walk you through the tiny brewing nook before depositing you in the Taproom for four generous samples, often including the summer-favorite Hefeweizen, mildly-hopped Brockton IPA or the recommended Kitsilano Maple Cream Ale. You’ll spot many of these brews in bars and restaurants around the city. Can also buy some takeout in the adjoining store, look out for any seasonal or special batch tipples. |
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Enjoy a 2.5 hour leisurely cruise through Vancouver's finest views. past the downtown skyline, the cruise ship terminal of Canada Place, the Mountains of the North Shore, Stanley Park and more. Take in the sights and sounds of the city as you enjoy live music and delicious West Coast-themed cuisine. Take in the sights and sounds of the city while cruising past the magnificent skyline at night while enjoying live music and delicious West Coast-themed cuisine. Open May through Mid-October. |
Wine Tour
British Columbia's Okanagan Valley is a major wine destination that pairs award-winning wines with spectacular scenery. Take a self-guided or guided wine tour of BC wineries to discover why Frommer’s, Sherman’s Travel and The New York Times have all recommended the BC wine experience. There are more than 200 wineries in BC. To complete a BC wine getaway, some wineries have accommodations, restaurants, bistros or picnic areas. |
Take a dip
Vancouver is surrounded by water, so why not take advantage of it. Enjoy one of the half-dozen beaches or the giant outdoor pools at Second Beach in downtown Stanley Park or at Kitsilano Beach just a few minutes car ride away. Both offer the joy of swimming outdoors in heated ocean-fed pools that are safe for toddlers and adults alike. Dive into aquatics at Vancouver's nine indoor and four outdoor pools. Swimming lessons or private pool rentals are available at most locations. |
Below are popular side trips further from the city. (Clicking on red colored text will link to more info or videos or official sites)
Bowen Island
Bowen Island is the most accessible island getaway from Vancouver. Just a 20 minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver or half an hour by water taxi, Bowen Island offers respite from the big city of Vancouver by way of kayaking, sandy beaches, inlets, hiking and mountain biking. The 52sq km/20sq mi island, like many of BC's island communities is residence to many painters, jewelers and other artisans willing to sell their wares. Lots of movies and TV episodes have been shot here. |
Salt Spring Island
Saltspring Island is the most frequently visited of the Gulf Islands as well as the most populous, with a population of about 10,500. The island is known for its artists and its own local currency, the Salt Spring Dollar. See Saturday Market in Ganges, here over 200 artists, craftspeople and farmers share their creations, Enjoy a beach walk, it offers magnificent viewpoints, secluded picnic spots, walking and hiking trails, bird watching, beachcombing, ocean kayaking, scuba diving, swimming, etc. |
Steveston
Experience an active West Coast fishing community complete with the requisite pubs, museums, and fish market! Take a fantastic stroll on land around the Steveston dikes, or browse Bayview, Moncton and Chatham streets in the historic fishing village. Get take-out at one of the many fish and chip restaurants. Parks Canada recently opened the former Gulf of Georgia Cannery as a National Historic Site. You may catch old-timers repairing an old wooden seiner in the massive Britannia Heritage Shipyard. |
Sunshine Coast
It feels like an island getaway although it's actually a part of the mainland. Accessible only by ferry or air, this strip of quiet beaches, cedar forests, hiking trails, summer cottages, and artist colonies is just two hours from Vancouver by road and ferry. Stop at Gibsons, once home to the classic Canadian TV show "The Beachcombers'" Enjoy fresh seafood, arts and crafts shows, beachcombing, hiking, camping, and water sports, including canoeing, kayaking, fishing and scuba-diving. |
Victoria
Known as the Garden City, it's in full bloom in Spring and Summer, and has such a mild Winter, you can golf year round! Easily accessible from Vancouver. Wander the quaint, and very 'English' downtown core, shop, sightsee, admire heritage buildings, visit stunning gardens, then relax over afternoon tea. The legendary Empress Hotel pours 1.6 million cups of afternoon tea a year! Don't miss Butchart Gardens, world-renowned for 55 acres of year-round spectacular flora displays and gardens! |
Whistler
The best part of this trip is getting there. The Sea-to-Sky Highway that connects is one of Canada's most beautiful drives. This stunning piece of highway offers views of lakes, mountains, fjords, inlets, a waterfall, all in under two hours by car or try the day-long Rocky Mountaineer train trip. Whistler is internationally known as one of the leading ski resorts in the world and is repeatedly voted as the #1 destination by ski, travel and lifestyle magazines and associations each year. |
Harrison Hot Springs
Feel like some windsurfing, parasailing, kayaking, or just kicking back and relaxing in the warm mineral springs? On the edge of southwestern British Columbia's largest lake, with sandy beaches, mountain scenery, and natural mineral hot springs, Harrison looks and feels a lot like a European spa town. You can swim or go boating on the lake; enjoy beer and schnitzel at a chalet-style restaurant; or relax for a long soak in the hot springs pool. Just 1.5 hours away, a great side trip. |
Nanaimo
Like Victoria, Nanaimo is located on Vancouver Island, and is a ferry ride away from Vancouver. The ferry ride itself is scenic. People around the world are captivated by the oceans, mountains, clean air and open trails that let you explore all that nature has to offer. Thriving culinary and organic foods offerings, state of art professional theatre productions, and honoured heritage. Home of the best commercial downtown street in Canada and the best cold water diving internationally. |