Grouse Mountain Skyride
Grouse Mountain Skyride
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Scenic tram ride to the top of Grouse Mountain.
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- Homecroft56Nineveh, Indiana464 contributionsFun afternoonFun afternoon riding the Skyride gondola to the top of the mountain - wonderful views of the city below. Lumberjack show was fun. Got up close to two grizzly bears - man, they are huge! Had lunch in nice BBQ restaurant while birds of prey show was going on. Highly recommend for all ages, including kids.Visited August 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten August 11, 2023
- hunglowPhuket, Thailand1,533 contributionsworth the trip.even though it was cloudy we enjoyed the day. the ride up was peaceful the ride down was not. School kids. It is ok it is a kids activity. The lumberjack show was entertaining and had partial views from the top but we were just too early. Would repeat as there is enough to do in a afternoonVisited August 2023Travelled with familyWritten September 3, 2023
- Phil NCootamundra, Australia270 contributionsA great days activity when on a summer vacation in Vancouver.Having visited the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, out guided tour then took us up to the Grove Mountain Ski Area. We rode the Mountain Skyride for access to the top and found it all a great experience. At the top, we were able to purchase lunch (even if the prices seemed over the top) but wandered around to enjoy the views overlooking Vancouver as well as visit the 2 grizzly bears kept up there and went to the free lumber jack show which was entertaining with a real comedy theme running through it. Added to the morning trip to Capilano Park it made for a very good outing.Visited July 2023Travelled with friendsWritten October 12, 2023
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Journey398635
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
Beautiful sunny clear day to see Vancouver from Grouse Mountain.
We did our research but didn't see any transparency about how many of the activities were no longer available; grizzlies hibernating, zip line closed, lots of construction fencing, no wayfinding, etc. There's a cute ice rink (tiny) for very young kids and a short xmas lighted trail. Late season, this an $80.00(C) ride to see the City from 4,000ft.
We did our research but didn't see any transparency about how many of the activities were no longer available; grizzlies hibernating, zip line closed, lots of construction fencing, no wayfinding, etc. There's a cute ice rink (tiny) for very young kids and a short xmas lighted trail. Late season, this an $80.00(C) ride to see the City from 4,000ft.
Written November 29, 2023
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Phil N
Cootamundra, Australia270 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Having visited the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, out guided tour then took us up to the Grove Mountain Ski Area. We rode the Mountain Skyride for access to the top and found it all a great experience. At the top, we were able to purchase lunch (even if the prices seemed over the top) but wandered around to enjoy the views overlooking Vancouver as well as visit the 2 grizzly bears kept up there and went to the free lumber jack show which was entertaining with a real comedy theme running through it.
Added to the morning trip to Capilano Park it made for a very good outing.
Added to the morning trip to Capilano Park it made for a very good outing.
Written October 13, 2023
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hunglow
Phuket, Thailand1,533 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
even though it was cloudy we enjoyed the day. the ride up was peaceful the ride down was not. School kids. It is ok it is a kids activity. The lumberjack show was entertaining and had partial views from the top but we were just too early. Would repeat as there is enough to do in a afternoon
Written September 3, 2023
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Homecroft56
Nineveh, IN464 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Fun afternoon riding the Skyride gondola to the top of the mountain - wonderful views of the city below. Lumberjack show was fun. Got up close to two grizzly bears - man, they are huge! Had lunch in nice BBQ restaurant while birds of prey show was going on. Highly recommend for all ages, including kids.
Written August 11, 2023
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PareshMotiwala
Houston, TX207 contributions
Jul 2023
Try websites like TripAdvisor or Groupon to get better deals. Do wear you walking shoes, as there is a lot to do once you are there. The Grizzlies, the lumberjack show ,the bird show and such. yep, carry and apply sun cream. Carry your own water bottle.
Written July 11, 2023
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LauraScully
161 contributions
May 2023
This is one of my favourite mountain gondolas, even better that they filmed an episode of the X Files here!
You get great views of the city going up and down. Would highly recommend.
You get great views of the city going up and down. Would highly recommend.
Written July 1, 2023
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CaseyandSue
Brisbane, Australia459 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Grouse Mountain is always worth a visit when you're in Vancouver for the amazing views of the city and harbour.
Unfortunately the bears were still asleep on this visit.
Unfortunately the bears were still asleep on this visit.
Written June 2, 2023
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Zesty
Vancouver, Canada19 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
$150 plus taxes for a 6 minute return trip on a gondola is absolutely ridiculous. Once at the top there’s not much to do anyway plus you’ll be paying more for mediocre overpriced food if you fancy something to eat. What a rip off.
Written May 22, 2023
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Kyrie F
11 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
A really disappointing trip, wouldn't recommend travel up in the winter unless you are skiing.
We were highly recommended this as a must do trip when visiting Vancouver and we were really disappointed.
The ride in the gondola was really packed as people were crammed in with skies and equipment. Sadly not a relaxing ride.
At the top most things were closed because it was winter. Even the observation deck was closed. We visited the cinema to learn more about the mountain and the film being shown was about Iceland!! As the space wasn't manned by staff, kids were using it as a space to sit and chat away from watching adults. So we couldn't even watch the film being shown.
For the money, there was so little to do up there accept ski. The animal area was closed until June.
Sadly, an experience I wouldn't do again and couldn't recommend. When I look at what else we afforded on our trip, for the same price or less, it completely wasn't worth the money.
Ultimately a lot of money for an 8 minute overcrowded gondola ride.
We were highly recommended this as a must do trip when visiting Vancouver and we were really disappointed.
The ride in the gondola was really packed as people were crammed in with skies and equipment. Sadly not a relaxing ride.
At the top most things were closed because it was winter. Even the observation deck was closed. We visited the cinema to learn more about the mountain and the film being shown was about Iceland!! As the space wasn't manned by staff, kids were using it as a space to sit and chat away from watching adults. So we couldn't even watch the film being shown.
For the money, there was so little to do up there accept ski. The animal area was closed until June.
Sadly, an experience I wouldn't do again and couldn't recommend. When I look at what else we afforded on our trip, for the same price or less, it completely wasn't worth the money.
Ultimately a lot of money for an 8 minute overcrowded gondola ride.
Written March 14, 2023
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Lesh0507
Albourne, UK133 contributions
Feb 2023
Just pay and ride. A bit of a tour guide on the 10 min journey and this is fun. Can get busy if there is school parties going up for lessons and it does get busy first thing and late at night.
Written February 21, 2023
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kdh78
Fort Gibson, OK98 contributions
Can you ride the skytram only or must you buy a ticket that includes the other attractions? Thank you.
Doug D
Maple Ridge, Canada193 contributions
There are two ways up .The gondola is one way and I understand it is about $40.00 Cdn right now.The other way is if you are a hiker,there is the "Grouse Grind" its a challenging trail and stairs up to the top.Either way you have to take the gondola down.Dont do the Grind unless you are in fairly good hiking shape and have good shoes on,(no flip flops) .There isnt a lot up top except hike around the paths,but you do get an amazing view of the city.The skiing is ok but its the view,night time with all the lights on is amazing,just make sure you have a nice clear day/night when you go.
Christine L
Seattle, WA
Can you purchase tickets at the location?
Darlene H
Austin, TX2,336 contributions
Yes, they sell tickets by the sky lift or you can get them where the bus leaves from downtown.
blingylingy
singapore107 contributions
I see that you can buy the experience tickets online but is it possible to buy at a physical shop downtown or Canada place on the day itself?
Jazzybear6
Salisbury, UK34 contributions
We bought ours at Grouse Mountain itself.
cas1411
Sydney, Australia130 contributions
I only have 1 day in vancouver. Should I do grouse mountain or capilano? Is there public transport or a shuttle between them as they only appear to be about 5 miles apart?
Jazzybear6
Salisbury, UK34 contributions
Do both, we did.... Capilano is really great if you have kids, loads for them to do.
katy4902000
Tacoma, WA7 contributions
Do they offer a military price?
Nickpea
North Vancouver, Canada128 contributions
Businesses don't advertise military pricing in Canada like you see in the states, but if you ask they may have a concession rate.
gowithflonow
Ridge2 contributions
What is the height of this mountain
RorysRavers
Southern England343 contributions
1231m
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grouse Mountain Skyride
- Grouse Mountain Skyride admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost C$82.52, while a popular guided tour starts around C$131.78 per person.
- Hotels near Grouse Mountain Skyride:
- (3.18 km) ThistleDown House
- (0.74 km) Mountain Retreat
- (5.03 km) Crystal's View Vancouver Bed and Breakfast
- (9.50 km) Loden Hotel
- (10.10 km) Wedgewood Hotel & Spa
- Restaurants near Grouse Mountain Skyride:
- (0.03 km) Starbucks
- (0.03 km) Grizzly Lookout Cafe
- (0.03 km) Grouse Grind Coffee Bar
- (0.13 km) Rusty Rail BBQ & Grill
- (1.38 km) The Observatory