Kaila & Justin’s guidebook
Local Attractions
Science World at TELUS World of Science ignites the imagination with hands-on interactive exhibits, jaw-dropping live science shows, and the giant-screen OMNIMAX(R) Theatre.
837 locals recommend
Science World at TELUS World of Science
1455 Quebec StScience World at TELUS World of Science ignites the imagination with hands-on interactive exhibits, jaw-dropping live science shows, and the giant-screen OMNIMAX(R) Theatre.
Hinge Park
215 W 1st AveCross the Bridge at Hinge Park
A bustling community started by Chinese immigrant laborers in the 1880s, Chinatown today is vibrant and full of exotic sights, sounds and smells.
171 locals recommend
Chinatown
A bustling community started by Chinese immigrant laborers in the 1880s, Chinatown today is vibrant and full of exotic sights, sounds and smells.
BC Place is the largest sports, exhibition and entertainment venue of its kind in British Columbia, hosting the province’s most notable events including the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games. An all-new BC Place reopened in September 2011 after completing a major revitalization that included the installation of the largest cable-supported retractable roof of its kind in the world. BC Place has a seating capacity of 54,500. Today, BC Place is home to Vancouver Whitecaps FC, the BC Lions Football Club and the BC Sports Hall of Fame. BC Place is an important generator of economic activity in British Columbia, hosting world-class entertainment events, professional and amateur sport, community gatherings and exhibitions.
418 locals recommend
BC Place
777 Pacific BlvdBC Place is the largest sports, exhibition and entertainment venue of its kind in British Columbia, hosting the province’s most notable events including the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games. An all-new BC Place reopened in September 2011 after completing a major revitalization that included the installation of the largest cable-supported retractable roof of its kind in the world. BC Place has a seating capacity of 54,500. Today, BC Place is home to Vancouver Whitecaps FC, the BC Lions Football Club and the BC Sports Hall of Fame. BC Place is an important generator of economic activity in British Columbia, hosting world-class entertainment events, professional and amateur sport, community gatherings and exhibitions.
Former industrial site has been transformed into an artsy, posh neighborhood with quaint shops, cafes and bookstores.
1659 locals recommend
Granville Island
Former industrial site has been transformed into an artsy, posh neighborhood with quaint shops, cafes and bookstores.
A striking modern building contains over 130 photo albums on the history of the city.
Vancouver Public Library, Renfrew Branch
2969 E 22nd AveA striking modern building contains over 130 photo albums on the history of the city.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a site of cultural heritage, learning, and reflection in Vancouver's historic Chinatown. Modeled after Ming Dynasty private scholar’s gardens, it is the first of its kind built outside of China. This neighbourhood gem has been named one of the world's "Top City Gardens" by National Geographic.
221 locals recommend
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
578 Carrall StDr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a site of cultural heritage, learning, and reflection in Vancouver's historic Chinatown. Modeled after Ming Dynasty private scholar’s gardens, it is the first of its kind built outside of China. This neighbourhood gem has been named one of the world's "Top City Gardens" by National Geographic.
Your Vancouver sightseeing experience starts at the Vancouver Lookout!!! Where else can you enjoy a 360-degree aerial view of Vancouver, "the most beautiful city in the world"? Your adventure starts with a 40-second glass elevator ride, whisking you 170metres (450ft) skyward to our panoramic observation deck. Enjoy views of cosmopolitan Vancouver, historic Gastown and bustling Coal Harbour. Past. Present. Future. Our multi-lingual team provide complimentary guided tours with fascinating facts about Vancouver's history, infrastructure, local community, current trends and future expansion. Our iconic Vancouver attraction tops the Harbour Centre complex, a recognizable landmark in the heart of downtown.
78 locals recommend
Vancouver Lookout
555 W Hastings StYour Vancouver sightseeing experience starts at the Vancouver Lookout!!! Where else can you enjoy a 360-degree aerial view of Vancouver, "the most beautiful city in the world"? Your adventure starts with a 40-second glass elevator ride, whisking you 170metres (450ft) skyward to our panoramic observation deck. Enjoy views of cosmopolitan Vancouver, historic Gastown and bustling Coal Harbour. Past. Present. Future. Our multi-lingual team provide complimentary guided tours with fascinating facts about Vancouver's history, infrastructure, local community, current trends and future expansion. Our iconic Vancouver attraction tops the Harbour Centre complex, a recognizable landmark in the heart of downtown.
Located on the downtown waterfront with a dramatic mountain backdrop, the Vancouver Convention Centre’s two connected buildings feature 466,500 ft2 (43,340 m2) of flexible meeting, exhibition, ballroom and plenary space. As the world’s only LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum certified convention centre, the facility is committed to environmental sustainability as well as unparalleled service, technology offerings and culinary excellence. Recognized globally in the industry, the Centre is the only two-time winner of the International Association of Congress Centres’ (AIPC) APEX award for “World’s Best Convention Centre”, and the recipient of the AIPC 2011Innovation Award and International Association of Venue Managers’ 2011 Venue Excellence Award.
204 locals recommend
Vancouver Convention Centre West
1055 Canada PlaceLocated on the downtown waterfront with a dramatic mountain backdrop, the Vancouver Convention Centre’s two connected buildings feature 466,500 ft2 (43,340 m2) of flexible meeting, exhibition, ballroom and plenary space. As the world’s only LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum certified convention centre, the facility is committed to environmental sustainability as well as unparalleled service, technology offerings and culinary excellence. Recognized globally in the industry, the Centre is the only two-time winner of the International Association of Congress Centres’ (AIPC) APEX award for “World’s Best Convention Centre”, and the recipient of the AIPC 2011Innovation Award and International Association of Venue Managers’ 2011 Venue Excellence Award.
Neighbourhoods
Eat, drink, explore—and repeat.
Take in the Action at Olympic Village Square
83 locals recommend
Olympic Village Square
Eat, drink, explore—and repeat.
Take in the Action at Olympic Village Square
Fairview
Peaceful harbor and dock, perfect for boating.
Heritage meets modern describes the historic district of Yaletown. Yaletown provides the serenity of an oceanfront seawall, along with the largest selection of trendy patios and award winning boutiques. As a great escape within the big city, Yaletown offers an opportunity to explore acclaimed restaurants and eclectic shops set along heritage brick walkways with free area WiFi (#YaletownFree). Originally the 1886 western terminus of the Canadian Pacific Railway, today the warehouse district of Yaletown is both vibrant and walkable, making the gleaming residential towers surrounding the area some of the most coveted in the city.
483 locals recommend
Yaletown
Heritage meets modern describes the historic district of Yaletown. Yaletown provides the serenity of an oceanfront seawall, along with the largest selection of trendy patios and award winning boutiques. As a great escape within the big city, Yaletown offers an opportunity to explore acclaimed restaurants and eclectic shops set along heritage brick walkways with free area WiFi (#YaletownFree). Originally the 1886 western terminus of the Canadian Pacific Railway, today the warehouse district of Yaletown is both vibrant and walkable, making the gleaming residential towers surrounding the area some of the most coveted in the city.
Gastown
West End
Coal Harbour
Food scene
CRAFT Beer Market False Creek
85 West 1st AvenueSip Brews at Craft Beer Market
Long Table Distillery
1451 Hornby StRaise Your Spirits at Long Table Distillery
Earnest Ice Cream
3992 Fraser StMario's Gelati Ltd.
88 E 1st AveTap & Barrel • Olympic Village
75 Athletes WayBREWHALL
97 E 2nd AveThe Flying Pig Olympic Village
127 W 2nd AveTractor Everyday Healthy Foods - Olympic Village
1751 Quebec StNook
1525 Yew StGusto A Taste Of Italy
1610 Salt StRodney's Oyster House
1228 Hamilton StTacofino Taco Bar
15 W Cordova StDinesty Dumpling House
1719 Robson StKirin Restaurant
1172 Alberni StDynasty Seafood Restaurant
108-777 W BroadwayPhnom Penh Restaurant
244 E Georgia StSushi California
501 North RdHokkaido Ramen Santouka
1690 Robson StPeaceful Restaurant
43 E 5th AveMiku Vancouver
200 Granville StMinami
1118 Mainland StSamurai Japanese Restaurant
1108 Davie StreetSai Woo
158 E Pender StThe Mackenzie Room
415 Powell StLes Faux Bourgeois
663 E 15th AveHy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar
637 Hornby StA Bread Affair
1680 Johnston St
AnnaLena
1809 W 1st AveThe Diamond
6 Powell StSightseeing
Vancouver Seawall
Bike the Seawall
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.
2658 locals recommend
Stanley Park
610 Pipeline RdNorth 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.