Vancouver is Canada’s third largest city combining the excitement of a modern city only footsteps away from the great outdoors. Vancouver has been called a "city of nature" with a contrast of glass skyscrapers, sidewalk cafes and art galleries alongside views of temperate rainforest and majestic mountains. Vancouver offers a fresh perspective on what it means to visit a city.
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Vancouver is renowned for its innovative programs as well as its sustainability and accessibility. Discover an array of things to do: festivals, live theatre, musical concerts, trendy nightlife venues, recreational activities and attractions.
Stanley Park is a magnificent park located near downtown Vancouver and is one of the greatest parks in the world. There is plenty of live art events such as the Dance at Dusk, which takes place in the summer months, the Painter’s Circle or the Theatre Under the Stars. Sports like lawn bowling or tennis are often seen around the park. Landmarks are found everywhere around the park and can vary from simple totem poles to the extravagant Seawall that took over 60 years to complete. The English Bay Beach is located on the other side of this wall. This beach has a volleyball court, BBQ’s and kayak rentals. There is an abundance of wildlife in Stanley Park and ecological monuments. The hollow tree is a hollowed out cedar used in park photographs. There is also an ecological center and many, many trails. Dining options can also be found here.
Grouse Mountain is a big destination for those who love the snow and winter activities. This is the highest peak in Vancouver and provides many opportunities for visitors. There are 26 runs available, each applying to a different level of experience. But don’t worry; if you have never skied before, there is a ski school and many experts available on the hills. This winter paradise also provides other activities for those who would rather stay off the hills and explore other things. Snowshoeing and ice skating is a good choice as well as doing helicopter tours. Be sure to visit the wildlife refuge, which is home to endangered animals such as grizzly bears or the grey wolf.
For the history buffs, be sure to visit the Museum of Anthropology. There are over 13,000 artifacts from around the world and visitors can view these artifacts according to the culture they are in and can read about them in data books. There is the Koerner Ceramics Gallery which has a collection of 600 pieces of pottery from between the 15th-19th century. Even the landscape outside of this building has a lot of history to offer. There are 10 massive totem poles outside. The Vancouver Art Gallery has a huge collection of art from many popular artists from Vancouver. The most popular artist is Emily Carr and her showcase can be found here. There are over 9,000 pieces of art for the art enthusiasts. This gallery is also a main place for events, and rallies because of the location.
Vancouver is home to a couple big streets dedicated to shopping and nightlife, Robson Street being one of them. This street is alive both in the day and night and many people can be seen coming in and out of the many boutiques found along the street, or by stopping and having lunch at a sidewalk café. At night, performers come out onto the street to perform. Yaletown is the other district dedicated to entertainment. It is a trendy place and is a short walk from downtown and has a lot of fashion and design shops. There are many lounges like Pinky’s Steakhouse and Cocktail Lounge. Dining opportunities are found everywhere along the streets as well.
The Vancouver Aquarium is a great place for nature lovers. It is based on conservation of sea animals and helps to raise money to keep protecting them. There are a variety of activities at the aquarium; from watching dolphin and beluga shows, watching sea otters getting fed, or meeting birds of prey. This attraction is wheelchair accessible and provides many amenities to any visitor. Be sure to check out the ClamShell Gift Shop before you leave.
Looking for something different? Try the Capilano Suspension Bridge. This is Vancouver’s natural wonder and is a great experience. Deep in the rainforests of British Columbia, a suspension bridge hangs 230 feet above the river. Another attraction to try while you’re here is the Treetops Adventure. Walk across the giant Douglas fir trees high in the tree tops on a series of suspension bridges, all placed at different heights. The good thing about this attraction is that none of the trees are harmed and it is ecologically friendly.
