The 10 Best Things to Do in Vancouver - 2024 (with Photos)
Things to do in Vancouver

Top Things to Do in Vancouver, Canada - Vancouver Must-See Attractions

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Things to Do in Vancouver

Everything you love about cities (nightlife, food scene), plus lots of nature. Walk the Seawall in Stanley Park. Then, take one of the ferries to artsy Granville Island.

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Top Attractions in Vancouver

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What travellers are saying

  • Rebecca_and_Mat
    Sudbury, Canada2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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 5 May 2024
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  • CBfromCA
    Fountain Valley, CA43 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lots of things to see. Great shopping. Enjoy the market - it has everything and it all looks great. Live entertainment outdoors in the middle. Nice to sit for a minute and listen. Tables out side to sit and eat a nice lunch, many food choices.
    Written 4 May 2024
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  • Amanda Williamson
    New Zealand17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    -We walked into the aquarium as part of our walk around the Stanley Park, seawwall
    -The aquarium was beautiful, very clean, staff were friendly and the animals were well looked after and cared for
    -The sea lions and otters were a highlight who were definitely putting on a show
    -It was amazing to see the tanks/ enclosures up close and personal
    -Highly recommend!
    Written 23 April 2024
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  • JBRetired
    Apple Valley, CA474 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Christmas lights over 1 million lights. The lake with the lights and music is excellent. Many paved walkways with lights.
    A lot of different variations
    Written 30 December 2023
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  • Dimitris L
    Sydney, Australia45,636 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Vancouver Seawall is a wall built around the waters of Vancouver to prevent erosion. We followed the wall by walking around Stanley Park. It is a calming way to get fit and enjoy the beautiful natural wonders of the area.
    Written 17 December 2023
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  • Danielle S
    8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bob is a fun, knowledgeable, personable guide and the variety of samples and flavors was amazing! I would highly recommend the tour. Definitely worth the time and money!
    Written 3 May 2024
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  • Angela S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful experience, our captain was well versed in the area and friendly.
    Our family enjoyed the views and the ride!

    We will be back for sure!
    Written 4 April 2024
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  • RemittanceNinja
    Vancouver Island, Canada84 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had never been here before, but was so impressed with the breathtaking views all around. A lovely spot for respite in the middle of the big city!
    Written 18 April 2024
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  • betty
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very clean, frendly people, a lot of diferents internationl restaurants, all beautifull, plus a lot of places around.
    Written 16 April 2024
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  • jkweebs
    Omaha, NE645 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great area to walk around and shop with lots of restaurants and a nice brewery. We enjoyed spending time wandering through the area and stopped for a couple drinks.
    Written 11 April 2024
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  • Travel25346533585
    168 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    While on the small size as far as Museums go The Vancouver Museum of Anthropology does have it's merits. It is a good rainy day activity when visiting Vancouver. It is also easy to get to, transportation wise. While not a must see, if you visit it does have it's merits.
    Written 1 April 2024
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  • Zitatravel
    London, UK852 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice area to wander around on the harbour. Good views . There was a passenger liner in when we were there so could not walk all the way round. The shoreline walk on the left is a better walk with lots of bars and restaurants . So Canada Place is your starting point for a visit to the Harbour.
    Written 29 April 2024
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