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$287
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
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
Vancouver's iconic dome!

Science World Ticket

AU$32
per adult
Science World Ticket
Red tulips at the garden in Vancouver

Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens

AU$321
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket

Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket

AU$20
per adult
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
A-maze-ing laughter

2 Unforgettable Hours in Vancouver

AU$149
per adult
2 Unforgettable Hours in Vancouver
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Our pick of the best Downtown Vancouver Hotel Deals

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$365 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
AU$365
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
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! (4,077 reviews)
"Good hotel, but pricey."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$252 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$252
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 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! (5,846 reviews)
"The gold member Expedia status was excellent. When we checked in they had every benefit already in place… often I have to mention “I am a gold Expedia member and explain the benefit that comes with that…. Not this time they were right on top of it all and it was very appreciated"

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
The Burrard
The Burrard
3 out of 5
1100 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$217 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,477 reviews)
I love this place!
"The staff is always welcoming. The room was clean, housekeeping excellent. I love this place!"

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

The Burrard
Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
3.5 out of 5
838 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$251 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (2,322 reviews)
"I like the covered back entrance and someone always available to open the door. All in all a very pleasant experience"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
Paradox Hotel Vancouver
Paradox Hotel Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
1161 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$365 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$365
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,089 reviews)
"Great Hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Paradox Hotel Vancouver
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown
4 out of 5
180 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$188 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$188
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,652 reviews)
"Great hotel close to Rogers Arena! While a bit pricey and not the most modern, the location is unbeatable. Clean rooms, friendly staff, and convenient for events. Would stay again for the proximity!"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown
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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 Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre. 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 Robson Street or Sunset Beach 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 Main Street, 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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