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Your Inside Guide to: Vancouver
Vancouver's Best Activities and Attractions
Whales, parks and ski areas to name just a few ... plus some of the best SHOPPING you'll find north of the U.S. border.
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Must-Do Antiquing
The search for that perfect antique will surely take you to the south Granville and Main Street area. Shaughnessy's Antique Gallery represents about 45 dealers and is a must-do for antique lovers. If furniture is your thing, try The Antique Warehouse. This esteemed shop features vintage furnishings … Read More
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Get Creative on Granville Island
Adjacent to downtown Vancouver and under the Granville Bridge is the city's undisputed creative core. A former industrial park in the process of decay, Granville Island has undergone a tremendous facelift and the result is a many-faceted artistic community: from painters to potters, jewelry-makers t … Read More
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Take the SkyTrain to the MetroTown Station
The MetroTown Shopping Complex has not two, but three adjoining main malls for a grand total of close to 500 shops, two cinema complexes, two food fairs, restaurants and even grocery stores! For those interested in trend-setting, try the Metropolis—the biggest mega-mall in British Columbia and the p … Read More
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Ride the Tram, Visit with Animals and Marvel at the View
Hands down, you'll find the most beautiful, sweeping view of Vancouver from the top of Grouse Mountain. At its base you'll board North America's largest aerial tram system, the Skyride, for a mile long ride to the "Peak of Vancouver" — where you'll find a refuge for endangered wildlife that hosts, a … Read More
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Pacific Centre Mall
The Pacific Centre Mall, in the heart of the city, is easily accessed with public transportation if you don't feel like spending half your day searching for a parking space. You'll find such names as MaxMara and Hugo Boss alongside Esprit and Banana Republic. Dozens of stores offer everything from l … Read More
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Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
This living museum of culture was the first classical Chinese garden constructed outside China's borders. At the corner of Keefer and Carrall Street in Chinatown, the gardens offer tranquility and peace while showcasing the spectacular artistry of yin and yang through the balance of architecture an … Read More
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The Inevitable Robson Street
Robson Street is perhaps one of the most shopped streets in the world — and is an attraction in itself. With stores like Ferragamo and Armani, this street has been referred to as the Rodeo Drive of the North, but it also hosts unusual boutiques such as Bang On, a retro-style custom t-shirt shop … Read More
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Hours of Fun in Stanley Park
Taking a leisurely stroll through Stanley Park, one of North America's largest urban parks, is another great way to get familiar with the outdoors in Vancouver. Located toward the West End of the city, this 1,000-acre-park is equipped with fresh water lakes, endless amounts of hiking trails, a publi … Read More
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Stand Atop Vancouver's Tallest Building
One of the most remarkable buildings in the city's skyline also offers the best 360-degree view of the downtown area—the Vancouver Lookout at the top of the Harbour Centre Tower. In just over 40 seconds, the glass elevator will whisk you 581 feet to the top of Vancouver's tallest building. The admis … Read More
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Vancouver's Oldest Tourist Attraction
For some scenic photo ops, walk across the 450-foot-long Capilano Suspension bridge into a beautiful state park. You won't pay a fee to enter the park, but you will to cross the bridge. Keep in mind this is not a trek for the faint of heart! From the center of the wooden planked bridge you hover 2 … Read More
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Set Out to See an Orca
Tired of walking and just want the experience to come to you? Take a whale-watching trip among the dozens of islands off Vancouver's shoreline. Seeing the city and its outskirts from the water is amazing in itself — but these waters also boast a 90 percent success rate for seeing killer whale (orca) … Read More
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Museum of Anthropology at UBC
To learn more about the history of the city and surrounding areas, check out the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia. See authentic totems that were transported from villages to preserve them from decay and use them as instruments of teaching. Tens of thousands of ethnograp … Read More
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Aquarium of Vancouver
If the kids tire of museums, take them to the Aquarium of Vancouver. It's conveniently located in Stanley Park and has every sea mammal imaginable, from grinning beluga whales to adorably silly otters. In the aquarium's rainforest exhibit you can study the movements of the elusive anaconda and the s … Read More
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Relax on the Beach
Bet you didn't think of packing that bikini for a trip to Canada! In fact, you can choose from quite a few beaches along the coast and some are even accompanied by a heated public pool for those less inclined to test the ocean. Kitsilano Beach, or Kits Beach as the locals call it, is one such beach. … Read More
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Gardens of Vancouver - Spend a half-day in Vancouver's wonderful gardens on this private and personalized tour. Beauty, drama and history! This afternoon tour is ideal for the horticultural enthusiast or any admirer of natural beauty. |
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Vancouver Attractions Passport - With a Vancouver Attractions Passport Card, you can save over $1000 during your visit to Vancouver! Complete with detailed tourist information and Vancouver history, this card and book will save you up to 50% off many attractions on your family vacation! |
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Seaplane Tour - Up, up and away! See the city of Vancouver and the beautiful surrounding mountains from the air on a scenic seaplane tour. Escape the crowds on an ideal introductory tour of Vancouver from above. This is a small group tour with a maximum of 14 passengers. |
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Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour - See the best of Vancouver in a classic turn-of-the-century Vancouver Trolley. Your Trolley Ticket is your passport to fun and excitement while you're in Vancouver, and can be used over two consecutive days. |
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Kayaking Adventure from Vancouver - Experience a unique ocean eco-system with spectacular British Columbia scenery on a short, guided kayak adventure from Vancouver. Spot local wildlife and enjoy a salmon barbecue lunch served on the beach. |
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Whale Watching Tour - Take a whale-watching tour from Vancouver to spot whales, seals, sea lions and other wildlife amid Canada's spectacular West Coast scenery. You'll be accompanied by a trained naturalist, who will provide enlightening commentary about the eco-system you are visiting. |
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If you're expecting the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, a.k.a. Mounties, to ride around town on horseback, you've seen too many episodes of "Dudley Do Right." They actually patrol in cruisers and only appear on horseback for parades or ceremonies.
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