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Vancouver AttractionsVancouver LookoutThe spectacular 360° view from the Vancouver Lookout! is your best first stop in Vancouver. Hourly guided commentary and informative exhibits bring the view to life. Energetic and informed on-site guides conduct tours hourly. Included with your admission – tours last 25 – 40 minutes – highlighting Vancouver’s sites and attractions visible from the top – including interesting facts and trivia. It’s a great way to get to know Vancouver better. Bonus – your ticket is valid for the entire day on the date of purchase – so you can return and view Vancouver by night. Harbour Centre Tower is also home to the ‘Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant’, the downtown campus for Simon Fraser University, a 28 floor office tower, and 2 levels of shops and services including pharmacy, liquor store and food fair. CN IMAX Theatre Treat your senses to the most powerful and involving movie experience yet created. Our academy award winning IMAX technology brings images to life like no other. Experience an arm chair adventure that will take your breath away...literally! The CN IMAX Theatre provides you with a larger-than-life escape putting you in the heart of the action! We've never had a better line-up of films then right now. Nothing brings you closer to the action than an IMAX Experience! Science World Science World encompasses the themes of Exploration, Imagination, Creation and Discovery. We are a hands-on Science Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and a favourite family destination, offering entertaining and educational experiences. A colourful world of science at play! • Hundreds of interactive exhibits in five unique galleries, • Wrap-around movies in the giant Alcan OMNIMAX® Theatre, • Five live science demonstrations every day at Centre Stage, • High-def cinema in the Weyerhaeuser Science Theatre, • Year-round special events and extraordinary things to do. The building was constructed for Expo ’86 and served as the Expo Centre. During the world’s fair, the pavilion housed the Futures Theatre. The film A Freedom to Move was featured in the OMNIMAX Theatre. Capilano Suspension Bridge YOUR PULSE QUICKENS as you step onto the swaying planks of Vancouver's most popular visitor attraction. Breathe in the cedar-scented rainforest air, as mists drift through the canyon below and you make your way across Vancouver's most famous landmark. Pause and marvel at this feat of engineering suspended 230 feet above Capilano Canyon, surrounded by 300 year old west coast rain forest. No visit to Vancouver is complete without a stop at Capilano Suspension Bridge. Take a stroll in our Park... voices from the past mingle with the sounds of nature, award winning gardens skirt colourful totem poles, First Nations Carvers tell their story and the world's greatest suspension bridge takes you to the serenity of a West Coast rainforest ... it's all in a day's fun at Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park. Clownfish Cove Clownfish Cove! Located in the lower Pacific Canada gallery, this children's area features displays of live animals - seahorses, toads, and, of course, clownfish - along with puzzles, a puppet theatre, dress-up costumes and crafts. The fun, interactive, learning experiences of Clownfish Cove were created to instill a sense of responsibility to environmental conservation principles in both children and parents. The goal is to help kids connect with the aquatic world - while they play. Displays and activities are planned to suit an age group range from infants to six-year-olds. Animal care staff, musicians and storytellers make guest appearances at Clownfish Cove. Since each child has a unique learning style, activities are varied to allow everyone to make a connection. Vancouver Aquarium Do fish sleep? Do sea otters drink salt water? Everyday we learn something new about the amazing and curious lives of animals and their habitats. The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre was one of the first aquariums to introduce Naturalists, who are specifically trained to introduce you to the lives of all the animals, teach what we learn from them, and provide answers to all the most frequently asked questions that come from visiting this wonderful world of water. H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Planetarium Star Theatre - The leading-edge technology of the Zeiss projector creates a 360-degree view of the heavens seen from Vancouver. Not only can visitors view the night sky, but they are also are entertained with changing multimedia presentations including our famous laser musical productions and a variety of original shows created by the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. H.R. MacMillan Space Centre – Ground Station Canada - This 90-seat multimedia theatre combines live action and audio-visual presentations. Programs provide regular updates of space news and space technology with special highlights of Canada’s role in space. These highly interactive shows where the audience is encouraged to participate run about 20 minutes in length Storyeum A Unique Learning and Entertainment Experience, Storyeum began with a vision to tell the spectacular stories of Canada’s West Coast history for the people who live here and those who visit from around the world. Today, an innovative educational and cultural experience is being built in Gastown, the historical heart of Vancouver. The size of six hockey rinks, this impressive, new 104,000-square-foot venue will be home to Storyeum:
The Vancouver Art Gallery, the largest art gallery in western Canada, presents national and international exhibitions of works by a range of artists, from groundbreaking contemporary visionaries to historical masters. Founded in 1931, the Gallery has more than 7,900 works in its collection, valued at over $100 million. The Gallery is internationally known for one of its most important holdings: more than 200 major works by the British Columbia artist Emily Carr, the world's largest collection of Carr's work. Over the past decade, as Vancouver has become a major centre for contemporary visual art, the Gallery has built a strong collection of photo-conceptual work by Stan Douglas, Jeff Wall, Ian Wallace and other artists; a complete archive of posters by the American conceptual artist Lawrence Weiner; and a collection of prints by the American expressionist Leon Golub and the artist Nancy Spero. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Gardens In the heart of bustling downtown Vancouver, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden offers a cultural experience. It is a feast for the senses and the mind, acclaimed for providing peace, tranquility, and delight for the nature lover, cultural tourist, philosopher, and sightseeing visitor. A Scholar's Garden provides visitors with a richly textured, multi-media, virtual-visit to the Garden. Adding new facilities to fulfill a vision to deliver programs and services to our culturally diverse community and international audience, become a more prominent attraction for our city and province, and a stronger icon for Chinatown. Includes Education/Presentation Centre, Volunteer & Meeting Room, Office & Storage, Penjing & Lotus Greenhouse, restrooms, and larger Gift Shop. Pacific National Exhibition BC's premier amusement park entertains all with exciting rides, games and special events. See you April 24, 2004! Visit “The Fair 2004” from August 21 to September 6,2004. Bloedel Floral Conservatory Queen Elizabeth Park - The Conservatory is one of the most popular attractions in Vancouver and is open daily, rain or shine. A modest fee is charged. It is dedicated to the wonders of the natural world with an emphasis on plants and birds. As a matter of fact, over 100 birds of various species call the Bloedel Conservatory home and free-fly within its spacious dome. It was constructed through a very generous donation from Prentice Bloedel in 1969. That same donation enabled the Park Board to cover the main reservoir atop Queen Elizabeth Park. Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival 2004 Season: June 3 to September 26 - Vancouver's celebrated summer Shakespeare Festival presents three professional productions in open-ended tents on the waterfront in Vanier Park against a spectacular backdrop of mountains, sea & sky. This season's productions include: Much Ado About Nothing, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and Macbeth. River Expeditions by River Boat (May to October) Join us on the “M.V. Beta Star” – for an exciting River Boat Cruise up the Fraser River into the pristine wilderness of Pitt Lake. Departing New Westminster at 10 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from May to October and returning by 4pm. A lakeside fabulous buffet lunch is included. Stanley Park Stanley Park, Vancouver's first, is an evergreen oasis of 1,000 acres close to the heart of Vancouver's downtown core. It offers numerous of activities and attractions from the children's farmyard, to a miniature railway. Read more about the Origins of Stanley Park in a story from the Greater Vancouver Book. Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tours Step aboard one of our old-fashioned horse-drawn vehicles and meander in comfort through the natural beauty of our thousand acre park. A professional guide fully narrates the tour which highlights Deadman's Island, Vancouver's Harbour, Lions Gate Bridge, a Coastal Red Cedar Forest, and includes stops at the Totem Poles, the Girl in a Wet Suit Statue, the S.S. Empress of Japan Figurehead, and the Rose Gardens. You can take a bus tour anytime, but how often do you get the chance to see the sights by horse-drawn carriage? Bring your camera along for a great family experience long to be remembered. Grouse Mountain There is so much to explore just 15 minutes from down town Vancouver! Come and experience a spectacular mountain top of adventure 365 days of the year at the Peak of Vancouver. In winter discover a snown wonderland renowned for skiing, snow boarding, ice skating, and sledding. During summer, enjoy mountain-biking tours, helicopter tours, tandem paragliding, our World Famous “Lunber Jack’s Show,” the Grouse Mountain Refuge for Endangered Wildlife, Birds in Motion demonstrations and so much more. Throughout the year, relax and savour great tastes from any one of our superb restaurants from casual to fine dining. Robson Street This unique street was named after John Robson, Premier of British Columbia from 1889 - 1892. Its commercial traditions date from 1895 when train tracks were laid along it, and a wide variety of small shops sprang up to serve Vancouver's rapidly growing population. In the post World War II era, Robson Street evolved into 'Robsonstrasse', a reflection of the European shopkeepers who operated the many small delicatessens, patisseries, and chic boutiques that populated the street. In modern times, as its popularity has soared, the character of Robson Street has continued to evolve. 'Robsonstrasse' has passed into history, but the eclectic mix of shops and restaurants has become even stronger and more appealing. Today, one finds along Robson and its side streets fine dining, premier fashion stores and services, and an opportunity to 'people watch' as the world shops the street. Chinatown Vancouver Chinatown tops the list as one of North America's cleanest modern day Chinatowns. Universally appealing to visitors, artists and people of all nationalities, where one can sample world- renowned Chinese delicacies and savor the rich ethnicity of a culture that has surpassed generations. Chinatown fascinates with its' striking collection of designated heritage buildings and tales that unfold the drama and link to the life of early Chinese pioneers. Today's Chinatown is a destination point for many Chinese and Asians from neighboring States and towns enticed by a "treasure find" of weekend shopping, dining extravaganza and cultural bonding. The future will bring even more attractions to Chinatown as many exciting new projects and plans are underway in the Millennium. A new chapter to open that will bring pride and testament to the early Chinese's struggles and triumphs in Canada. Gastown Distinctive, Diverse, Dynamic, Gastown is the historic center of Vancouver. Named after the first settler and colorful saloon owner "Gassy Jack" Deighton, Gastown is a charming mix of old and new with cobbled streets and a mix of Victorian and Edwardian architecture. It's unique tangle of courtyards and passages house boutiques, restaurants, offices, entertainment and residences. Gastown is a bustling modern community, where people live, work, shop, attend classes, and take advantage of the special ambience and opportunities that only Gastown offers. 1971 heritage designation preserves historical value, character and charm. 150 street level retail and service locations featuring native art, antiques and collectible, art galleries, fashion and jeweler, furnishings, specialty gifts. One of Vancouver's prime entertainment districts with 10 night clubs catering to all age groups. The home of one of Vancouver's micro-breweries. Many of Gastown's 27 restaurants have won awards. Recharge your batteries, rest your feet, sip a coffee at one of the many cafes. Set your watch by the world's first steam clock. Granville Island This is Granville Island - Journey through the bustle of narrow streets, witness art in the making, and discover a unique selection of items you can't find anywhere else in the city. Enjoy a cool spray at the Kid's Water Park or just sit back, relax, and soak up the atmosphere on one of Granville Island's many great patios. Sift through the aromas of fresh food, the wonderful sounds of buskers, or immerse yourself in the unrivalled excitement of live theatre. Experience the intertwined wonders of culture, food, history and fun - all smack dab in the middle of the city. A remarkable place in an extraordinary setting. Westminster Quay Public Market A favourite place for both locals and visitors to shop and browse, the Westminster Quay Public Market is just a block from the New Westminster SkyTrain Station. Set on the edge of the Fraser River, the market features numerous vendors selling everything from fresh seafood to fresh veggies, one-of-a-kind jewelry, books, artwork, clothing and novelty items. Take in the aromas of freshly baked pies, imported cheese or fresh strawberries. Enjoy lunch from the food fair while sitting at an outdoor table, or stroll along the Quay’s boardwalk. Known as “The Festival Market,” Westminster Quay also features special events, themes and celebrations throughout the year. Sky Train SkyTrain's Expo Line trains operate from Waterfront to King George Station. The line runs along a scenic 28 kilometer track from Vancouver to Burnaby, New Westminster, and Surrey in just 39 minutes. There are currently 20 stations along this route. Four downtown stations are underground and marked at street level. The other 16 are elevated and visible from the street. Millennium Line trains make the same stops from Waterfront to Columbia, before branching to Sapperton, Braid, Lougheed Town Centre and beyond to Commercial Drive, adjacent to the existing Broadway Station. SkyTrain links with a network of buses at many stations and with SeaBus at Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver. Daily service is provided every three to five minutes. Sea Bus The two double-ended catamaran ferries, Burrard Beaver and Burrard Otter, can seat up to 400 passengers at a time. There are two terminals: Waterfront in downtown Vancouver, which connects with buses, SkyTrain and West Coast Express; and Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver, which connects with an extensive network of North Shore buses. SeaBus is exceptionally reliable and since its inception, it has operated even during weather conditions that have made the bridges and roads impassable. West Coast Express Providing service to the communities of the Northeast sector, West Coast Express is Vancouver's efficient commuter rail service. We operate Monday to Friday during peak commuter periods. West Coast Express is an operating subsidiary of TransLink, the regional transportation authority. TransLink is also responsible for Coast Mountain Bus Company, SkyTrain, HandyDART, the Albion Ferry AirCare and certain major roadways and bridges. UBC Museum of Anthropology The Museum of Anthropology building was designed by renowned Canadian architect Arthur Erickson, who based his award-winning design on traditional northern Northwest Coast post and beam structures. Within the walls are 5,465.6 m2 (58,833 sq. feet) of usable space: 1494.9 m2 (16,092 sq. feet) for academic functions (classrooms, labs, archival storage, and offices), and 3612.8 m2 (38,889 sq. feet) available to the public (exhibition and performance spaces, Visible Storage galleries, shop, and rental facilities). In 1990, a new wing was opened, including a resource library, teaching laboratory, office, and exhibition gallery featuring 600 European ceramic pieces collected and donated by the late Dr. Walter Koerner. (Figures quoted above include the new wing.) Highlights of the building include the massive doors at the main entrance, carved in 1976 by four master Gitxsan artists, Walter Harris, Earl Muldoe, Art Sterritt, and Vernon Stephens; the 15-metre glass walls of the Great Hall, beneath which stand towering totem poles from the Haida, Gitxsan, Nisga'a, Oweekeno and other First Nations; the Rotunda, where Bill Reid's massive sculpture, "The Raven and the First Men" is displayed; and the Koerner Ceramics Gallery, home to six hundred pieces of 15-19th c. pottery. UBC Botanical Garden Canada's oldest continuously operating university botanic garden, UBC Botanical Garden was established in 1916 under the directorship of John Davidson, British Columbia's first provincial botanist. The original mission of the garden was research into the native flora of British Columbia. Over the past eighty-seven years, the mission of UBC Botanical Garden has broadened to include research, conservation, teaching and public display of temperate plants from around the world, particularly Asian, alpine and native plants. The UBC Centre for Plant Research is the research arm of the UBC Botanical Garden and Centre for Plant Research. World-class research on topics including plant adaptation, evolution, genomics, plant physiology and biotic interactions, phytochemistry, plant biotechnology and plant breeding contribute to the University of British Columbia's reputation as one of the leading research institutions in North America. UBC Nitobe Japanese Gardens Considered to be the best traditional, authentic Japanese Tea and Stroll Garden in North America and among the top five Japanese gardens outside Japan, the Nitobe Garden includes a rare authentic Tea Garden with a ceremonial Tea House. Each tree, stone and shrub has been deliberately placed and is carefully maintained to reflect an idealized conception and symbolic representation of nature. There is harmony among natural forms - waterfalls, rivers, forests, islands and seas - and a balance of masculine and feminine forces traditionally attributed to natural elements. VanDusen Botanical Garden This spectacular 22-hectare (55-acre) garden in the heart of Vancouver has matured into a botanical garden of international stature since opening to the public in 1975. The mild Vancouver climate allows the cultivation of an outstanding plant collection which is a delight any time of the year. There are over 7,500 different kinds of plants assembled from six continents. The garden design features displays of plants in picturesque landscape settings. Specific garden areas are planted to illustrate botanical relationships, such as the Rhododendron Walk, or geographical origins, as in Sino Himalayan Garden. These areas are set amidst rolling lawns, tranquil lakes and dramatic rockwork with vistas of the mountains and Vancouver cityscape.There is always something interesting to see, no matter what the season! Fort Langley National Historical Site Built in 1827, Fort Langley was part of the Hudson's Bay Company's network of fur trading posts across what is now Western Canada. In response to the gold rush, which attracted many Americans, British Columbia was proclaimed a Crown Colony at Fort Langley in 1858. Today, Fort Langley evokes a sense of historic place with one original building and several reconstructed buildings, costumed interpreters, historic objects and special events. Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site One of B.C.’s few historically intact canneries, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery commemorates the development of Canada’s West Coast fishing industry from the 1870’s to the present. Throughout its history, West Coast fishing has helped fuel the economy and enrich the social fabric of B.C. This vibrant heritage is justly celebrated in Steveston, which was, and remains, an important centre of the Westcoast fishing industry.The Gulf of Georgia Cannery is now a National Historical Site owned by Parks Canada and operated by the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society. Pacific Spirit Trail UBC Pacific Spirit Park was created in 1989 out of what had been the University of British Columbia Endowment Lands. Its 20 miles of forest paths form a buffer between Vancouver and the university. The park also protects beaches and headlands below the campus. My favorite hike begins by walking amid the totem poles and long house at the famed Museum of Anthropology at UBC. The glass-and-stone museum is a creation of Arthur Erickson, Vancouver's master builder, and boasts a dramatic view across the harbor entrance to Howe Sound and glacier-draped peaks of the Tantalus Range. |
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