Vancouver International Airport 25 min
English Bay (12 min) Urban oceanfront area featuring a public swimming beach & an annual fireworks competition. Queen Elizabeth Park (11 min) Urban landmark on a hill featuring manicured gardens, a conservatory, sculptures & sports courts. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden (13 min) Water, plants & rocks are arranged according to Taoist principles to create a serene space. False Creek (5 min) Home to 10 marinas, this inlet offers many boating activities, including pleasure boats & paddling. Stanley Park (8 min) Vancouver's largest urban park boasts beaches, trails, scenic seawall & family-friendly attractions. Harbour Centre (10 min) Skyscraper known for its shops plus sweeping views from its observation deck & revolving restaurant. Gastown Steam Clock (12 min) Built in 1977, this well-known, antique-style clock is powered by steam & whistles to tell the time. VanDusen Botanical Garden (12 min) Space with ever-changing greenery, flowers & art installations plus fine dining & a casual cafe. Vancouver Aquarium (13 min) Popular kid-friendly attraction showcases local & exotic aquatic life with a focus on conservation. Capilano Suspension Bridge Park (17 min) Built in 1889, this lengthy (137 metres) treetop bridge offers scenic views of the forest below. Science World (5 min) Interactive science displays & films for kids from toddlers to early teens, inside a geodesic dome. Vancouver Seawall (11 min) Stone wall to prevent erosion with a waterfront path on top for walking, jogging, cycling & skating. Vancouver Art Gallery (7 min) Gallery known for its touring exhibits, work by local artists (like Emily Carr) & photo collection. Granville Island (9 min) Charming cultural & artistic mainstay famous for a daily public market with 50+ food vendors. Canada Place (13 min) Built to look like a ship, this iconic complex houses a convention centre, hotel & ferry terminal. |