Our Top Vancouver Travel Tips

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With lots of FREE alternatives to some of the more expensive activities.

Vancouver has plenty of public transit options to help you get around the city.

Purchase a Day Pass! Unlimited access to all zones all day.

Use the SkyTrain to get to the area you want to explore …

… and from there you can walk to most Vancouver attractions.

When boarding a bus you must have the exact COIN fare, ticket or pass.

Resist the temptation to squeeze your way onto a packed bus. …

The next bus is usually right behind or minutes away …

… and you’ll have a more relaxing ride - you might even get a seat!

Wear comfortable shoes to explore the city. Your feet will thank you.

For great views of the city you can’t beat Grouse Mountain …

… but for a free alternative you can get to Burnaby Mountain Conservation

Area via bus and a short walk.

Queen Elizabeth Park also has beautiful views and gardens to explore.

If you are tight for time Vancouver Lookout is right downtown and less

expensive than going up Grouse Mtn.

For some stunning views of the harbour walk out on the promenade at Canada Place just west of Waterfront Station.

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park has lots of fun things to see and do …

… but for a FREE alternative you can brave a walk across the Lynn Canyon

Suspension Bridge.

Do give yourself more than just a couple of hours to see Stanley Park.

Stanley Park covers over 1000 acres and it’s about 8 kilometres to walk or cycle around the Seawall. There are several bike rental shops just up Denman Street across from the park entrance.

For a quiet break try John Hendry Park. This hidden-gem is located just a 10

minute walk from the SkyTrain.

Do enjoy a ride on the SkyTrain when it isn’t too busy. Try the Expo Line from

downtown Vancouver to Surrey.

Some Vancouver Bus Routes are good for sightseeing. Try the 5 Robson or 6 Davie for a circle tour of Vancouver’s

West End.

The #250 Blue Bus from Georgia and Granville to Horseshoe Bay is also an awesome bus route for sightseeing.

A ride on the Seabus is another fun activity that’s included in your transit day pass. Try to get near the windows.

Another great option for sightseeing from the water are the little passenger ferries in False Creek. Inexpensive to ride and the operators are friendly.

If you’re visiting during the end of July, be sure to take in at least one night of

the annual Celebration of Lights.

The best vantage points include English Bay or Vanier Park.

If you’re visiting during the last two weeks of summer break, check out the annual Fair at the PNE for food, rides,

entertainment and more.

Venture beyond the city and visit the historic Steveston Fishing Village…

… or enjoy an afternoon strolling around the scenic White Rock beach and

promenade.

If you have enough time, enjoy a day trip from Vancouver to Victoria on BC Ferries. We’ll tell you how to do the

entire trip with public transit.

Another fun day trip is to Historic Fort Langley where you can spend hours exploring the quaint shops (lots of

collectables and antiques) ……

… and after lunch in one of the many little restaurants you can visit the

National Historic Site.

Tipping is usually voluntary in Vancouver. 15% is the norm, but for

great service more is always welcome.

Some restaurants automatically add a tip to the bill, usually

for large groups, so be sure to check the bill before tipping.

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