Getting around Vancouver

Getting around Vancouver: TransLink, the SkyTrain, SeaBus, Compass Card and driving for day trips.

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BC Ferries guide — getting to Vancouver Island

How BC Ferries works for visitors heading from Vancouver to Victoria and Vancouver Island — routes, fares, reservations, and getting to the terminal.

Car rental in Vancouver — when you need one and when you don't

Honest guidance on renting a car in Vancouver — daily costs, parking, when a rental actually pays off for day trips, and when it's a waste of money.

Driving the Sea-to-Sky Highway — a practical guide

How to drive Highway 99 from Vancouver to Whistler — drive times, the best stops in Squamish, road conditions, and self-drive vs a guided tour.

SeaBus guide — crossing to the North Shore

How to use Vancouver's SeaBus harbour ferry to reach the North Shore — fares, crossing time, schedule, and connecting to Grouse Mountain and Capilano.

TransLink and SkyTrain guide for visitors

How to use Vancouver's TransLink system — SkyTrain lines, Compass Card fares and zones, buses, SeaBus, and tips for getting around without a car.

Getting from YVR to downtown Vancouver

How to get from YVR to downtown Vancouver — SkyTrain fares and timing, taxi and rideshare costs, and which option makes the most sense.

Getting around Vancouver

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Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix

Vancouver: Capilano & City Highlights | Tickets Included

Whistler Sightseeing Tour: Discover all of Whistler Year-Round!

Vancouver: Entry Ticket for the Vancouver Lookout

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle from Downtown Victoria