Downtown Vancouver Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Downtown Vancouver showing a skyscraper, modern architecture and a city
Downtown Vancouver which includes a city, a fountain and outdoor art
Photo provided by Tourism BC/Albert Normandin
Photo provided by Tourism BC/Albert Normandin
Photo provided by Tourism BC/Albert Normandin
Photo provided by Tourism BC/Albert Normandin
Downtown Vancouver showing cycling and a park as well as an individual male
As the beating heart of one of the most liveable cities in the world, great things happen in Downtown Vancouver. All day and every day…

Art, entertainment, sport and retail all come right down to business in Downtown Vancouver. Robson Street, a shopper’s paradise, takes the dayshift, while Granville Street volunteers for the nightshift with its fun theatres, bars and clubs. The BC Place Stadium and the Vancouver Art Gallery have you covered on weekends. Among Downtown’s skyscrapers of shining steel and glass are the cobblestoned streets of Gastown, the place where it all began.

Popular places to visit

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal

4.5/5(136 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
Canada Place featuring modern architecture, a bay or harbour and a city

Canada Place

4.5/5(154 reviews)

Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.

Canada Place
BC Place Stadium

BC Place Stadium

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Catch an event at BC Place Stadium during your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

BC Place Stadium
Rogers Arena

Rogers Arena

4/5(5 reviews)

Catch an event at Rogers Arena during your trip to Vancouver. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Rogers Arena
TELUS World of Science showing interior views as well as a small group of people

Science World

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Through exciting games and exhibits learn about science at one of Vancouver’s most family-friendly educational attractions.

Science World
Granville Street which includes shopping and signage as well as a large group of people

Granville Street

4/5(47 reviews)

Neon lights lead the way to Downtown Vancouver's main entertainment and nightlife district. Time to put your party shoes on!

Granville Street

Activities

[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

AU$281
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Flyover in Vancouver

Flyover in Vancouver

AU$33
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Vancouver
Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park & Vancouver City Tour

AU$186
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park & Vancouver City Tour
Vancouver: Grouse Mountain Admission Ticket

Vancouver: Grouse Mountain Admission Ticket

AU$87
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Vancouver: Grouse Mountain Admission Ticket
The Little Blue False Creek Ferries

Granville Island Ferry Hop-On Hop-Off Day Pass

AU$22
Per adult
Granville Island Ferry Hop-On Hop-Off Day Pass
Red tulips at the garden in Vancouver

Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens

AU$285
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens
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Our pick of the best Downtown Vancouver Hotel Deals

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$264 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$264
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,726 reviews)
"We loved the friendly and accommodating staff ALL staff were fantastic!"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
3.5 out of 5
838 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$235 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$235
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,201 reviews)
"Location, Location, Location. The Rosedale was the excellent hub for all our events on our agenda. We were here to enjoy all the activities including the Grey Cup Game. Everything we want to be involved with was within walking distance. Top drawer restaurants close by. For us, we didn’t spend much ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$328 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$328
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,865 reviews)
"The Valet and Conseige was absolutely amazing, from calling a cab, directions, to a happy place. Excellent crew"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
900 West Georgia St, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$370 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
AU$370
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,724 reviews)
"Central location. Overall clean hotel. Rooms small but adequate."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown
4 out of 5
180 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$183 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,568 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff. Great location, hop on hop off bus stopped right outside."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown
Fairmont Waterfront
Fairmont Waterfront
4.5 out of 5
900 Canada Place Way, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$403 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
AU$403
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,641 reviews)
"Great thank you"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Fairmont Waterfront
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Vancouver

Gastown showing outdoor art, a statue or sculpture and a city

Central Vancouver

3/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or Rogers Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.

Central Vancouver
Yaletown showing street scenes, a city and night scenes

Yaletown

Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Vancouver False Creek Seawall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.

Yaletown
Gastown which includes a city, café lifestyle and street scenes

Gastown

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Main Street.

Gastown
West End featuring signage, a city and street scenes

West End

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Stanley Park or Robson Street while you're exploring the area.

West End
Chinatown showing heritage architecture

Chinatown

Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Rickshaw Theatre and Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.

Chinatown
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Coal Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Coal Harbour. Check out Vancouver Waterfront or Jack Poole Plaza while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Burrard Station to get around town.

Coal Harbour

Downtown Vancouver Travel Guide

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