Discover Vancouver, your way
Real activities, seasonal know-how and day-trips done right — from Stanley Park's seawall to Whistler's slopes, Victoria's gardens and the Sea-to-Sky
Top experiences in Vancouver
Most-booked activities by Vancouver Trip readers — instant confirmation, free cancellation on most tours.
Vancouver: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
- Free cancellation
Grouse Mountain Skyride Admission Ticket
Vancouver: FlyOver Canada Experience
- Free cancellation
Vancouver: Hop-on Hop-off Tour by Double-Decker Bus
From Vancouver: Full-Day Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour
From Vancouver: Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola & Shannon Falls
Victoria BC: 3 Hour Expedition Catamaran Whale Watching Tour
Vancouver: Harbor Sightseeing Cruise
Top destinations around Vancouver
From downtown's neighbourhoods to the North Shore mountains, Whistler, Victoria and the Okanagan, discover the region's most captivating spots
Whistler
Skiing and snowboarding, Summer mountain biking
Victoria
Butchart Gardens, Whale watching
Stanley Park
Cycling the Seawall, Viewpoints and photography
Squamish
Hiking and rock climbing, Gondola views without the Whistler crowd
Kelowna
Wine tasting, Okanagan Lake beaches and boating
Grouse Mountain
Mountain views without a long drive, Wildlife (resident grizzly bears)
Granville Island
Food markets, Craft brewery tastings
Gastown
Heritage architecture, Cocktail bars
Downtown Vancouver
First-time visitors, Car-free travel
Capilano Suspension Bridge
First-time visitors, Photography
Butchart Gardens
Garden and flower enthusiasts, Photography
Things to do in Vancouver
Whether you seek mountain adrenaline, whale watching on the coast, or a gondola ride above the Sea-to-Sky, Vancouver delivers
Sightseeing
Capilano Suspension Bridge, Grouse Mountain, Stanley Park and FlyOver Canada
Wildlife
Orca and humpback whale watching, grizzly bears and eagles
Mountains
Grouse Mountain, Sea to Sky Gondola and the Whistler alpine
Food & drink
Gastown food tours, craft breweries and Okanagan wine country
Essential travel guides
In-depth guides to help you plan every aspect of your Vancouver trip
Best hikes near Vancouver
A ranked, honest guide to the best day hikes around Vancouver, from the punishing Grouse Grind to easy rainforest loops and stretch trips to Joffre Lakes.
Best time to visit Vancouver — a season-by-season breakdown
When to visit Vancouver depends on the goal — this guide compares all four seasons on weather, crowds, price, and what's actually worth doing in each.
Best time for whale watching in British Columbia
A month-by-month guide to whale watching season in BC — when orcas peak, when humpbacks arrive, and which region gives you the best odds each month.
Butchart Gardens day trip from Vancouver — full planning guide
Getting from Vancouver to Butchart Gardens in a day — ferry and tour options, admission prices, seasonal hours, and how much time to budget.
Capilano Suspension Bridge
How to visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park — admission, opening hours, getting there without a car, and how to time it around crowds.
Is Capilano Suspension Bridge worth it? An honest verdict
Is Capilano Suspension Bridge Park worth CAD 65-70? An honest breakdown of what you get and when the free Lynn Canyon alternative makes more sense.
Suggested itineraries
From a quick 1-day city visit to a full week exploring Vancouver Island and the Okanagan
Why trust Vancouver Trip?
We have spent extensive time exploring Vancouver and its surroundings, from the Stanley Park seawall to the Sea-to-Sky corridor and Vancouver Island. Every recommendation is based on first-hand experience and verified information. Our guides include real prices in CAD, practical tips, and honest advice to help you make the most of your trip.