Top 15 Vancouver Tourist Attractions
1. Stanley Park
Check out Vancouver's recreational gem where you can do all of the following tourist activities: bike or walk around the park's 10km seawall; swim and sunbathe at one of the 3 gorgeous Stanley Park beaches (first, second and third beach); swim laps at Stanley Park's outdoor swimming pool right on the waterfront; dine at one of the 4 beautiful Stanley Park restaurants; visit the Vancouver Aquarium; hike one of the many trails throughout the park and be awed by the giant Cedar trees; and enjoy the Stanley Park Rose Garden.
2. Vancouver Food Tours
Experience the eclectic mix of Vancouver's food scene. Vancouver is a delicious hub for all types of restaurants so it's worth it to try 4 or 5 in one night to get a better overview of what Vancouver has to offer.
3. Sea to Sky Highway
Take a drive on Vancouver's scenic sea to sky highway towards Whistler. You'll observe beautiful West Coast mountains, the Pacific ocean, waterfalls, wildlife and if you love driving the winding roads will make you feel like a speedy race car driver!
4. Lynn Canyon Park
This park offers hiking trails, the Capilano Suspension Bridge tourist attraction, and beautiful natural scenery. This is one of Vancouver's best free attractions suitable for the whole family.
5. Vancouver Whale Watching
Whale watching in Vancouver is a MUST. Be sure to find out which seasons are best for whale watching around Vancouver and Vancouver Island.
6. Granville Island
Granville Island is an awesome Vancouver day trip. Take a 5 minute ferry ride from downtown Vancouver to Granville Island and enjoy fine art shops, seafood restaurants, people watching, yacht charters, gift shops, artisan shops, and bakeries. Visit the art gallery at Emily Carr University and don't miss the Granville Island Public Market full of fresh produce, meats, snacks and a food fair.
7. Bacchus Piano Lounge
Bacchus is a wondeful restaurant and lounge with a cozy posh atmosphere. It's part of the Wedgewood Hotel in Vancouver and offers live Piano music most nights and gourmet food. Bacchus also offers a delicious brunch.
8. Vancouver Boat Tours
Take a 1-3 hour ride with one of Vancouver's boating companies. The Harbour tour offers beautiful scenery, a fun crew and tour guide, and onboard refreshments.
9. Van Dusen Botanical Gardens
The botanical gardens offer 22 hectares of plants, flowers and trees. Van Dusen botanical gardens offer year round tours and admissions.
10. Vancouver Aquarium
Check out Vancouver's Aquarium where you'll see all types of West Coast aquatic wildlife including dolphins, sea otters, sea lions, and a movie theatre for all ages.
11. The Rocky Mountaineer Train
Take a ride on Vancouver's most popular tour train and enjoy the scenery!
12. Grouse Mountain
Grouse mountain offers a scenic gondola ride up, a mountaintop restaurant, the Grouse Grind hiking trail, skiing and snowboarding, a cafeteria and a gift shop.
13. UBC Museum of Anthropology
Check out the beautiful campus of the University of British Columbia on your way to the informative museum of anthropology. Learn all about the first nations cultures of Canada.
14. Vancouver TheatreSports League
Get ready to laugh really hard while attending Vancouver TheatreSports on Granville Island. It's a great place for a date, or for the whole family. There are different ratings for different show so visit the official website for more information: http://www.vtsl.com/mainstage/index.php
15. Vancouver Cherry Blossom Trees
Every spring in Vancouver the Cherry Blossom trees are in full bloom! Grab a picnic and head to Stanly Park in March to enjoy the pink and white blossom covered trees. Vancouver Cherry Blossoms are one of the most beautiful natural attractions Vancouver has to offer.