Things To Do
Gastown Vancouver Steam Clock
Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood, Gastown grew from a single tavern founded by John ‘Gassy Jack’ Deighton back in 1867. Today, the district retains its historic charm & independent spirit. Victorian architecture houses a thriving fashion scene, impeccably curated décor boutiques, one-of-a-kind galleries and some of the best culinary fare in Vancouver. Gathering place for stylish locals & ideal neighborhood to explore on foot STEAM CLOCK : Powered (partially) by steam, Gastown's well-known antique-style clock was built in 1977 & whistles every 15 minutes to tell the time. GASSY JACK : A statue that pays homage to 19th-century founder of the city's original Gastown settlement. WATER STREET : The core of Gastown. It's gently lit cobbled streets are lined with boutique stores, pubs & indigenous art galleries. McLeod's BOOKS : It houses used books from floor to ceiling, along with the much loved old book smell. BLOOD ALLEY: surrounded by some of the best Gastown restaurants.
Canada Place
Canada Place is a building situated on the Burrard Inlet waterfront of Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the home of the Vancouver Convention Centre, the Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel, Vancouver's World Trade Centre, and the virtual flight ride FlyOver Canada. Canada Place was built on the land which was originally the Canadian Pacific Railway's Pier B-C
Harbour Centre
Harbour Centre is a skyscraper in the central business district of Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and opened in 1977. The "Lookout" tower atop the office building makes it one of the tallest structures in Vancouver and a prominent landmark on the city's skyline. Cloud 9 - An upscale revolving restaurant with Continental cuisine & sweeping views of mountains & ocean. FUN FACT : The Proposal took place here ;)
Science World at TELUS World of Science
Science World, formally Science World at Telus World of Science, is a science centre/museum run by a not-for-profit organization. Fun for the Kids and Adults
Stanley Park
North America's third-largest park draws eight million visitors per year, many of whom may skate or walk past you on the Seawall, a scenic, 5.5-mile path running along the water on the park's perimeter. It's just one of many trails among the park's 1,000 acres, which also house an aquarium, nature center and other recreational facilities.
English Bay Beach
English Bay is the most populated beach area in Vancouver's downtown area. The Stanley Park Seawall, a popular running and biking route, runs along the east side of the beach.
Robson Street
Every world-class city has one: the bustling downtown shopping district In Vancouver, that place is Robson Street. Robson Street is packed with stores and restaurants, from Granville Street to Jervis Street, it's the epicenter of Downtown Vancouver's shopping district.
Granville Island
is a Peninsula located across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver. Granville Island provides amenities such as a large public market, an extensive marina, a boutique hotel, Arts Umbrella, False Creek Community Centre, various performing arts theatres including Vancouver's only professional improvisational theatre company Vancouver Theatresports League, the Arts Club Theatre Company and Carousel Theatre, fine arts galleries, and variety of shopping areas. Granville Island Brewing Co. is also the name of a beer company which originated on Granville Island in 1984
Metropolis at Metrotown
Metrotown in Burnaby is the largest mall in British Columbia, and the third-largest in Canada behind Alberta's West Edmonton Mall and Ontario's Square One Shopping Centre,
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Only minutes away from downtown Vancouver, world famous Capilano Suspension Bridge spanning 137m (450 ft) and 70m (230ft) high above the Capilano River was originally built in 1889. The bridge is your gateway to the forest beyond. Take your time crossing this magnificent structure while enjoying the spectacular view of the canyon and river below. Upon reaching the other side you’ll discover the Treetops Adventure, a series of seven interconnected suspension bridges that travel high above the forest floor through the lush evergreen foliage of towering Douglas firs.
Grouse Mountain
Just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Grouse Mountain attracts locals and tourists alike. During the summer, guests enjoy hiking, Zip Line Adventures, paragliding, sightseeing, lumberjack shows and more. In winter, we have skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, sleigh rides among many other activities. Grouse Mountain also features several different dining venues, from café style at Lupins to casual dining at Altitudes and fine dining as a guest at The Observatory. We also have a refuge for endangered wildlife
Whistler
Whistler is a town north of Vancouver, British Columbia, that's home to Whistler Blackcomb, one of the largest ski resorts in North America.