Mehrnoush’s guidebook
Sightseeing
One of the biggest urban parks in North America, Stanley Park is nearly entirely surrounded by water. There’s plenty to see in and around the park, like its beaches, lagoon and lake, with stunning views from every angle, and its seawall, where you can exercise. Stanley Park is also the world’s longest uninterrupted waterfront path, at 28 kilometres (17 miles).
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Stanley Park
610 Pipeline RdOne of the biggest urban parks in North America, Stanley Park is nearly entirely surrounded by water. There’s plenty to see in and around the park, like its beaches, lagoon and lake, with stunning views from every angle, and its seawall, where you can exercise. Stanley Park is also the world’s longest uninterrupted waterfront path, at 28 kilometres (17 miles).
Gastown is Vancouver’s most historic neighbourhood, and it’s located just next door to the downtown area. Highlights in the area – besides the food and drinks – include the steam clock (one of only a few left in the world), Hotel Europe’s Flatiron Building-like exterior and Gassy Jack’s statue.
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Gastown
Gastown is Vancouver’s most historic neighbourhood, and it’s located just next door to the downtown area. Highlights in the area – besides the food and drinks – include the steam clock (one of only a few left in the world), Hotel Europe’s Flatiron Building-like exterior and Gassy Jack’s statue.
Located within Stanley Park, Vancouver Aquarium is a popular local attraction. As a non-profit organisation, the aquarium is “dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through education, research and direct action”. Some of the animals include dolphins, sea otters, penguins, reef sharks, rays (which you can touch!) and sea lions.
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Vancouver Aquarium
845 Avison WayLocated within Stanley Park, Vancouver Aquarium is a popular local attraction. As a non-profit organisation, the aquarium is “dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through education, research and direct action”. Some of the animals include dolphins, sea otters, penguins, reef sharks, rays (which you can touch!) and sea lions.
Science World has hundreds of interactive exhibits inside its interesting geodesic dome exterior, including art displays, hands-on areas, live science shows, puzzles, and the current Made in Canada exhibition. Another feature is its OMNIMAX Theatre, which is currently showing A Beautiful Planet.
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Science World at TELUS World of Science
1455 Quebec StScience World has hundreds of interactive exhibits inside its interesting geodesic dome exterior, including art displays, hands-on areas, live science shows, puzzles, and the current Made in Canada exhibition. Another feature is its OMNIMAX Theatre, which is currently showing A Beautiful Planet.
Vancouver Lookout offers 360 degree views of Vancouver and beyond. Its Observation Deck is 168.8 metres (553.16 feet) above Vancouver. The lookout’s UFO-shaped design is the main feature of Vancouver’s skyline.
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Vancouver Lookout
555 W Hastings StVancouver Lookout offers 360 degree views of Vancouver and beyond. Its Observation Deck is 168.8 metres (553.16 feet) above Vancouver. The lookout’s UFO-shaped design is the main feature of Vancouver’s skyline.
Vancouver Lookout offers 360 degree views of Vancouver and beyond. Its Observation Deck is 168.8 metres (553.16 feet) above Vancouver. The lookout’s UFO-shaped design is the main feature of Vancouver’s skyline.
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FlyOver Canada
999 Canada PlaceVancouver Lookout offers 360 degree views of Vancouver and beyond. Its Observation Deck is 168.8 metres (553.16 feet) above Vancouver. The lookout’s UFO-shaped design is the main feature of Vancouver’s skyline.
One of three major mountains in North Vancouver, Grouse Mountain has a cable car, which means it’s an accessible place to visit in both winter and summer. Around the holidays, the mountain transforms into the Peak of Christmas, with ice skating, Santa photos, sleigh rides and the usual winter activities. In summer, tackle the Grouse Grind and then enjoy the Lumberjack Show on top of the mountain.
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Grouse Mountain
6400 Nancy Greene WayOne of three major mountains in North Vancouver, Grouse Mountain has a cable car, which means it’s an accessible place to visit in both winter and summer. Around the holidays, the mountain transforms into the Peak of Christmas, with ice skating, Santa photos, sleigh rides and the usual winter activities. In summer, tackle the Grouse Grind and then enjoy the Lumberjack Show on top of the mountain.
Capilano Suspension Bridge is one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. Besides the bridge, which is suspended above the North Vancouver forest, there’s also a cliff walk, other foot bridges, a story centre and treetop adventures.
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano RdCapilano Suspension Bridge is one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. Besides the bridge, which is suspended above the North Vancouver forest, there’s also a cliff walk, other foot bridges, a story centre and treetop adventures.
English Bay’s First Beach is the most populated beach area in Downtown Vancouver. Although it’s known for being the place to watch the annual Celebration of Lights festival, English Bay is also at the end of West End’s Denman Street, which is filled with food and drink options. Head here for a sunset you won’t forget.
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English Bay
English Bay’s First Beach is the most populated beach area in Downtown Vancouver. Although it’s known for being the place to watch the annual Celebration of Lights festival, English Bay is also at the end of West End’s Denman Street, which is filled with food and drink options. Head here for a sunset you won’t forget.
Josh McCulloch
Explore Squamish
SHANNON FALLS PROVINCIAL PARK
Dropping from a whopping 335 metres (1,105 feet), Shannon Falls is BC’s third tallest falls and the Sea to Sky corridor’s most popular spot for a picnic. Around the base of the falls, you’ll find a well-maintained boardwalk and trail network to explore some of the area’s towering trees, old-growth stumps and the ever-present mist from the roaring falls above.
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Shannon Falls
Josh McCulloch
Explore Squamish
SHANNON FALLS PROVINCIAL PARK
Dropping from a whopping 335 metres (1,105 feet), Shannon Falls is BC’s third tallest falls and the Sea to Sky corridor’s most popular spot for a picnic. Around the base of the falls, you’ll find a well-maintained boardwalk and trail network to explore some of the area’s towering trees, old-growth stumps and the ever-present mist from the roaring falls above.
Neighborhoods
Golden Ears Parkway
Golden Ears Parkway