Stanley Park
Stanley Park
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North America's third-largest park draws eight million visitors per year, many of whom may skate or walk past you on the Seawall, a scenic, 5.5-mile path running along the water on the park's perimeter. It's just one of many trails among the park's 1,000 acres, which also house an aquarium, nature center and other recreational facilities.
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Stanley Park is Vancouver's premier spot to get up close and personal with nature and animals. The grassy expanse offers outdoor teahouses and stunning views, beachfront hideaways and splash parks. It is a typical getaway spot for friends and families, especially as it is home to Vancouver's aquarium, and some of its best equestrian outlets.
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- KelvinDunedin, New Zealand592 contributionsWe’ll set up for a walk or cycle…….We hired e-bikes for a day and spent a good deal of time in the park and travelling around it. It is an easy walk or ride and it is well set up for both cyclists and pedestrians. It is not just flora and fauna but information and artefacts reflecting the local indigenous communities. A very nice way to spend the best part of a day.Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten June 11, 2023
- Russell3939Castle Rock, Colorado978 contributionsLoved the sea wall walkWalking along the sea wall was amazing. We walked the part underneath the bridge near the lighthouse and it did not disappoint. I would definitely recommend this section if you are short on time. A must see in Vancouver.Visited June 2023Travelled with familyWritten June 12, 2023
- Steve RTadworth, United Kingdom155 contributionsWell worth a visitLovely walking trails and wildlife to be seen in a peaceful setting if you set aside the road running through it! The aquarium is well worth a visit and is actually good value. We took the bus there but it’s a pleasant, short and easy walk back to the harbour when you returnVisited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten June 14, 2023
- FarAway04361206184Mablethorpe, United Kingdom3 contributionsBeautiful Stanley ParkLovely Public Park in Vancouver, setting by the Harbour and lovely walks. We went there on a Canadian Public Holiday but found Parking which once paid can be used anywhere in the Park. Even so not over busy and after a long flight a good place to relax.Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten June 18, 2023
- John BSutton-on-Sea, United Kingdom332 contributionsBeautiful Stanley ParkLovely place to chill out. We managed to go on a Public Holiday but parked OK and the fee includes parking any number of places within the Park. Lovely Setting with the famous Totem Poles and views of the Mountains and harbour. And an awesome gift shop too.Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten June 19, 2023
- MPP2703Caythorpe, United Kingdom1,831 contributionsLovely park, great sea wall walk.If you are up to it do the 5/6 mile sea wall walk for some great views, but just to be out in the air. We did this by taking a bus (150) from downtown and then just followed the path. It can be a bit much if you are not up for long walks, although there are cafe's along the walk. But don't be a numpty like us and completely miss one of the reasons we did the walk and miss the totem poles. Whoops.Visited June 2023Written June 22, 2023
- IloveLLNew Lenox, Illinois40 contributionsWow!!!What a cool thing to do. Highly recommend renting a bike. We did ours on our own as opposed to getting a tour group and it worked well for our group (ranging in ages 9-73). It is one of the coolest parts of the city and not to be missed.Visited June 2023Written June 22, 2023
- brian b42 contributionsStunning ParkHired E-Bikes and rode around the park stopping at the many points of interest along the way. Totem Poles, Statues, light house, aquarium and many more. Beautiful scenery many places to stop and eat or have a drink fantastic day.Visited May 2023Written June 22, 2023
- Louise Marie J7 contributionsDo not miss!We walked to Stanley Park around the waterfront, a very easy stroll. The gardens are magnificent. We took the horse drawn carriage ride. It was the best way to see everything. A must if you are in VancouverVisited May 2023Written June 24, 2023
- azra hSurfers Paradise, Australia440 contributionsRelaxing atmosphereLots of beautiful photo opportunities throughout the park. Walkways are wide and flat great for mobile scooters or roller blades. You can rent a bike and ride around the whole island or 1 hour horse and buggy ride which costs $60 canadian $ a little pricey as is everything else in Vancouver. Rose park is not to be missed. You can see the squirrels running around and they are as friendly as the Canadians.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten June 25, 2023
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Malcolm
Yealmpton, UK126 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
We hired e-bikes and rode around the Stanley Park sea wall cycle route . This is only for bikes, we were lucky to go when there were not many other cyclists as it could become a log jam if all the bikes on offer were hired!!
Nice views around the sea wall, glad we did it.
Nice views around the sea wall, glad we did it.
Written May 19, 2024
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Sarah C
Ashtead, UK1,261 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
This is a massive park, some bits rather too busy with tourists, other areas quite wild and feeling remote. We used bikes to circumnavigate the park, stopping when we felt like it, that's a very easy way of seeing lots of the scenery
Written May 16, 2024
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Rebecca_and_Mat
Sudbury, Canada5 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
Beautiful park with lots to see, felt very safe solo traveling. Lovely forest and many attractions within the park ( horse and carriage ride/ walking tours/ Vancouver aquarium) to fill a day with fun.
Written May 5, 2024
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Rachel & Andy
104 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Visited: 04/06/2023.
This Park is huge! We walked about 1/3 of it before getting tired, there is so much to see and do on this island. Would have hired bikes, but we forgot our internet dongle and had no signal. Lovely park, huge green spaces, plenty of trees, ponds, lots of sculptures around the edges of the island. Fantastic views of Vancouver all along the outside.
Would definitely recommend a visit here. Bring your own bike or hire one, as walking will take you all day with decent trainers. We even saw a Bald Eagle which was beautiful!
The only downside was a lack of water fountains for refilling drinks, and some of the cafes were shut when we visited. Bit of a shame for a Sunday. We might have seen more had we been able to get a drink.
This Park is huge! We walked about 1/3 of it before getting tired, there is so much to see and do on this island. Would have hired bikes, but we forgot our internet dongle and had no signal. Lovely park, huge green spaces, plenty of trees, ponds, lots of sculptures around the edges of the island. Fantastic views of Vancouver all along the outside.
Would definitely recommend a visit here. Bring your own bike or hire one, as walking will take you all day with decent trainers. We even saw a Bald Eagle which was beautiful!
The only downside was a lack of water fountains for refilling drinks, and some of the cafes were shut when we visited. Bit of a shame for a Sunday. We might have seen more had we been able to get a drink.
Written April 30, 2024
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Zitatravel
London, UK817 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
We spent an excellent 2 hours ( 9 kilometre) walk around Stanley Park . It was a light rainy day but that was fine as the walk itself is along the waters edge the whole way. Heaps of spots to stop and take photos . You can cycle around but due to the rain we de died just to walk. There are cafes open around the walk but we were there in April and most were closed so you should take some water with you.
Written April 29, 2024
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Ann R
Birmingham, UK114 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Lovely park. Weather was too bad to explore too much but really nice. Our tour guide was very good too. Jennifer was helpful and very informative. She really knew her stuff!
Written April 27, 2024
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Mayajane81
Scarborough, UK219 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
We were awake early so we walked up to Stanley Park. It was just right with the number of people. What fantastic views, information boards and refreshment offerings. We had a lovely morning exploring.
Well worth putting on the comfy shoes and making the most of a nice day 😊
Well worth putting on the comfy shoes and making the most of a nice day 😊
Written April 23, 2024
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Amanda Williamson
New Zealand17 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
-Beautiful scenery: you will see Lion Gate's Bridge, Totem Poles, Lighthouse, Mountains and views of the park
-We walked around the who seawall, it was 9km but broke it up and was memorable
-We also stopped in at the Aquarium which was a cool experience
-We walked around the who seawall, it was 9km but broke it up and was memorable
-We also stopped in at the Aquarium which was a cool experience
Written April 21, 2024
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Jo P
Brough, UK596 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
We rented a couple of bikes and cycled the outskirts, all easy and flat to follow. Lots of parking available throughout the park and worth visiting if in the city
Written April 20, 2024
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Bob B
Pembroke Pines, FL5 contributions
Apr 2024 • Solo
Drive there so you can see the whole park. No problem parking and it’s reasonable. Plan to spend at least 3 hours there. Lot of good spots for pictures.
Written April 20, 2024
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Where can you rent bikes to ride around in Stanley Park?
Heather F
Boston, MA111 contributions
There are many places. Go off the main drag for the best rates. We rented from Yes Bike rental and they were the best rates, great bikes, friendly staff
Travread
Baltimore, MD181 contributions
Hi. We will be visiting Vancouver this weekend and have about 3-4 hours to visit Stanley Park. Since we are staying about 1 mile from the park, trying to decide if we should walk over or drive and park in the park. I am concerned if we walk, it will take an additional 40 minutes and we may not feel like exploring as much in the park. If we drive, would it be difficult to find parking?
Kitkat071
Canning Vale, Australia741 contributions
Just catch a uber so your nice and refreshed for exploring the park. It's worth spending time there.
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I like to go to Vancouver and visit stanley park. What's the weather like in January?
joey r
Calgary, Canada512 contributions
Its rainy, its soggy and cold, the better time to visit is March
I am visiting Vancouver next week. What is the weather like? Do I need to dress in layers or just have a small jacket handy or no jacket at all? Is the park nice and safe enough to walk around rather than bike?
Natalie L
Nonthaburi, Thailand57 contributions
I went today and it was beautiful. The park is safe, I passed a policeman patrolling on a motor bike. The weather is perfect. A light wind jacket is all you need. The cafe at Third beach was closed today. Hire a bike outside the park or download the Mobi app for bikes inside the park.
Teri W
AIEA98 contributions
I am going to Vancouver in early November. Would it be too cold to do a bike ride around the park?
Frankee11
San Rafael, CA302 contributions
I suspect it will be quite chilly. Depends on what you are used to. If you are from a country that is warmish in Nov, then yes you will probably find it too cold. If you are from the northern US or England and are used to biking in November, then it will be similar to what you are used to. We were there in August and it was occassionally drizzly but warm enough that some hardy women had sleeveless tops on. It was around 70 F degrees. November is going to be considerably colder than that.
Extraordinary174827
Thornbury, Canada1 contribution
I'm arriving by via rail (Pacific Central Station) the first week of October. I wanted to go to Stanley Park first. I'll have a small carry-on with me. Is the train open then? What's the best way to get around? Highlights?
Manuela D
Cremona, Italy267 contributions
In October you d better take a taxi, even though Vancouver has a good transportation service.
Cathy P
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I will be in a car with a small trailer behind. Is there a place to park and get the sky train to Stanley Park and the aquarium?
Markus N
Zurich, Switzerland128 contributions
Hi, there are parking lots at the entrance of Stanley park. Use one of these and make a short walk to the Aquarium.
Saxroader
Almere, The Netherlands76 contributions
We would like to visit Stanley Park and ride the bicycle. Does anybody have a recommendation for parking the car close by?
DaianeLuiza
Rio de Janeiro, RJ89 contributions
Sure...there are several parking lots there! And there, you MUST take the ticket so you wont get a fine! Even if you stop only 10 min...take it...otherwise its going to cost you much more! :D Enjoy there is amazing!!! You could park infront of the lake also!
Vicki L
Jasper, GA32 contributions
We are going at the end of May and since we are not in the best physical shape, I'm thinking the bus tour would be our best bet. I see there is a bus in the park during the summer but it doesn't say when it starts. We will only be in Vancouver the 30th and 31st of May. Also, by looking at youtube I think we would want to do the forest route rather than the water. Does the bus go that route or only around the water? If you are worried your legs will hurt before you find a place to return the bikes, is there a place to rent a car for a couple of hours and just drive through? We already paid for the hop on/off but for those 2 days so we don't really want to waste money on a car for the whole day. And, the horse and carriage ride for only an hour doesn't really appeal to me. Doesn't seem like it would go very far.
jrelliottoh
Cozumel, Mexico11 contributions
Sounds like you might like to try an ebike, so you won't need to worry about going uphill. $10/hour at beesknees for example.
Dee B
Fort Lauderdale, FL4 contributions
What are the best parts of the park to visit in early June? We are likely going to hike.
Gordon S
Merritt, Canada352 contributions
If you are looking to go Hiking I would recommend the North Shore Mountains - Grouse Grind, Lynn Canyon, Mount Seymour, The Lions, Capilano Pacific Trail. You can also google Easy Hikes around Vancouver for some ideas.
Stanley Park itself has very easy walking trails crisscrossing the park. The Sea Wall is a great walk as well. There is also a Heron rookery within the park on the west side. Dogs need to be on leash.
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