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Vancouver Attractions

Vancouver AttractionsThis energetic city is bursting at the seams with attractions! People come from all ends of the earth to see some of the most divine Vancouver attractions and views. You will find the city's top recommended attractions to visit while you are touring around this fabulous city of action. Every city has their top must-see's and do's and this famous city has a wide selection of them! On your adventure, you will experience the beautiful coast, the outdoors and loads of natural, historical and cultural activities. Check them out here! As seen above, this well known golf ball look-alike called Science World is a former Expo '86 pavilion. Today, it is a top family destination that offers educational, entertaining and interactive exhibits. Three main galleries explore the areas of music, biology and physics. A 3-D laser show presents fun images. The biggest attraction is the Omnimax Theater, which features science and nature films on one of the world's largest dome screens. Click
here
for more information on rates, events and hours of operation.
Only 15 minutes from downtown is Vancouver’s premier all-season attraction. When visiting, your adventure begins aboard the famous
Grouse Mountain Skyride
as you embark on a one-mile journey to the mountaintop. In the summer time you will discover the World Famous Lumberjack Show, The Refuge for Endangered Wildlife, Birds in Motion Demonstrations and an array of mountain top nature trails. Grouse Mountain also offers a winter wonderland of adventure including 25 ski and snowboard runs, 10km of snowshoe trails, sleigh rides, an 8,000 sq. ft. outdoor skating rink and much more! The dining options available at Grouse Mountain will get your taste buds rolling and the stunning views will be perfect for that romantic dinner with someone you love. The
Observatory Restaurant
offers an award winning fine dining menu and elegant atmosphere. For more casual dining, the
Altitudes Bistro
offers contemporary West Coast cuisine and an amazing patio overlooking the vibrant city of Vancouver.
Everyone that visits Vancouver should check out the Capilano Suspension Bridge! BUT only if you aren't one who is fearful of heights of course. Breathtakingly suspended 230 feet above and 450 feet across Capilano River,
Capilano Suspension Bridge
allows visitors to view towering evergreens, serene trails and the award winning Vancouver attraction, Treetops Adventure.
This walk takes you high above the forest floor for a thrilling encounter with the very heart of the forest. A guided nature walk reveals the mysteries of the forest and stunning views of the canyon. Take your camera so you can show how brave you are to your friends and family back home!

The Vancouver Lookout located at the Harbour Centre is the best place for all visitors to stop when they first arrive in the city. Take an exciting ride up the exterior glass elevator and arrive at the top of Vancouver a minute later to a breath-taking view, which will remain a memory forever. For those locals, tourists and visitors that are looking for a phenomenal view and a somewhat awakening experience, come visit the
Vancouver Lookout
for an amazing 360° view of Greater Vancouver, the eye-catching North Shore Mountains and if it's a clear day, you might even see Vancouver Island just off the glorious Pacific Coast.
The Vancouver Aquarium, located in world famous Stanley Park is celebrating “50 amazing years” this year 2006. The aquarium has over 60,000 fascinating creatures from both ends of the world. Make sure you get to see the dolphin, sea otter and beluga whale shows that happen daily. You will love this attraction and won't be able to keep your eyes off all of the amazing and colorful creatures. Visit the Vancouver Aquarium here.
Sightseeing Companies
A Wok Around Chinatown
Big Bus Ltd.
Carriage Trade Tours
Edible British Columbia
AAA Horse & Carriage Tours

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