Granville Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Granville Island showing a high-rise building, a city and a bay or harbour
Granville Island featuring a city, a bay or harbour and outdoor eating
Granville Island showing a city and a bay or harbour
Granville Island which includes a bay or harbour, boating and a sunset
Granville Island showing a city, a river or creek and a sunset
This district in Vancouver is a hub for creativity and culinary delights.

Granville Island is packed with incredible sights and smells, and from the moment you hop off the ferry it’s an immersive experience. Wander through the markets and have a taste of some mouthwatering farm-to-table treats. Sit back and let street performers entertain you or watch as artisans work away at their crafts. Feeling inspired? Attend a workshop, gallery or theatre performance. If you’re looking for a neighbourhood with heart and soul, you’ve struck gold.

Popular places to visit

Granville Island Public Market which includes signage, a city and a skyscraper

Granville Island Public Market

4.5/5(152 reviews)

This vibrant market is a colourful mix of crafts, delicious fresh food, scrumptious bakery goods and gourmet cheese, a playground for foodies and shoppers alike.

Granville Island Public Market
Vancouver showing interior views as well as a small group of people

Granville Island Brewing

Take a guided tour of this popular Vancouver brewery and sample its beers, some of which are named after places in British Columbia.

Granville Island Brewing
Totem Pole

Totem Pole

You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a trip to Totem Pole. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this vibrant area.

Totem Pole
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

Activities

Granville Island Market Tour

Granville Island Market VIP Food Tour by Vancouver Foodie Tours

AU$172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Granville Island Market VIP Food Tour by Vancouver Foodie Tours
Vancouver: Boat to Bowen Island on UNESCO Howe Sound Fjord

Vancouver: Boat to Bowen Island on UNESCO Howe Sound Fjord

AU$209
per adult
Vancouver: Boat to Bowen Island on UNESCO Howe Sound Fjord
Bowen Island Boat Tour with Drinks

Unesco Biosphere and Bowen Island Tour. Stops on the Island

AU$220
per adult
Unesco Biosphere and Bowen Island Tour. Stops on the Island
Granville Island Uncorked Walking Food Tour

Granville Island Uncorked VIP Food Tour by Vancouver Foodie Tours

AU$244
per adult
Granville Island Uncorked VIP Food Tour by Vancouver Foodie Tours
Granvile Island Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour

Granville Island Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour

AU$170
per adult
Granville Island Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour
Tour 6 passengers vehicle

Private Guided Grand City Tour in Vancouver

AU$608
per adult
Private Guided Grand City Tour in Vancouver
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Our pick of the best Granville Island Hotel Deals

Granville Island Hotel
Granville Island Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1253 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$282 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
AU$282
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Great place
"Staff friendly and efficient. Property and room spotless. Location great. The hotel is located at the quiet end of island"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Granville Island Hotel
River Rock Casino Resort
River Rock Casino Resort
4 out of 5
8811 River Road, Richmond, BC
The price is AU$201 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$201
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Richmond. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,926 reviews)
"Checking In could have been better. They didn't charge me the rest for my room and took forever for my security deposit to come back."

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

River Rock Casino Resort
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
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$365 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$365
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 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
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
845 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC
The price is AU$258 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
AU$258
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,046 reviews)
"Top notch service!"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
The Burrard
The Burrard
3 out of 5
1100 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Granville Island

Granville Island showing a bay or harbour and a city as well as a small group of people

Fairview

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

While you're in Fairview, take in top sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.

Fairview
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 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
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
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Kitsilano

5/5(1 area review)

Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.

Kitsilano
Downtown Vancouver showing a city, a high-rise building and modern architecture

Downtown Vancouver

4.5/5(406 area reviews)

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

Downtown Vancouver

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