Downtown Vancouver

From sightseeing tours to unforgettable dining experiences, Harbour Cruises offers the best way to experience Vancouver from its most beautiful perspective — the water.

Discover Vancouver with our hop-on, hop-off bus tours! Enjoy stunning waterfront views, explore historic neighborhoods like Stanley Park, Granville Island and Gastown, and see Vancouver landmarks at your own pace.

Explore the stories of one of Vancouver's first neighbourhoods, located a 10-minute walk from Downtown.

Located in the oldest brick building in Vancouver's Chinatown, the Chinese Canadian Museum elevates the diverse history and voices of Chinese Canadians across the country. Come visit the first museum of its kind in Canada, featuring 3 storeys of exhibitions, an immersive retail store, and a rooftop garden.

Vancouver is known as one of the top cycling destinations on the continent with its incredible bike paths, mild climate, and water and mountain views. Cycle City is Vancouver's top bicycle tour and rental company offering a great selection of adult bikes, youth bikes, and children's' accessories along with complimentary detailed city bike touring maps and riding advice. Hop on a bike and get out there!

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is the world's first full-scale Ming dynasty-style garden built outside of China. A unique institution for cultural programming and events, the Garden hosts guided tours, exhibitions, and educational programs that offer in-depth opportunities for visitors to explore Classical Chinese culture and local history.

Discover absolute awe in one immersive flying theatre experience. Flyover amplifies all your senses to immerse you in landscapes, stories and cultures that change you. Using the power of unique perspectives, the sensations of flight, experience the sights, sounds, and scents of the world’s most iconic places, like never before.

Ignite your curiosity and discover the wonders of science and technology at Science World. Immerse yourself in interactive indoor and outdoor exhibits, inspirational feature exhibitions and jaw-dropping live science demonstrations.

Step aboard one of our old-fashioned horse-drawn vehicles and meander in comfort through the natural beauty of Stanley Park, Vancouver’s #1 attraction. Relax to the gentle clip clop of the horses’ hooves and take in the fresh scent of cedar and the sea as a professional guide fully narrates your one-hour tour.

Soak up family memories that last a lifetime at Canada’s largest aquarium, nestled in the heart of Stanley Park. Home to over 65,000 incredible animals across immersive indoor and outdoor exhibits, Vancouver Aquarium invites you to feel the splash of a rescued sea lion, experience unforgettable enrichment shows, and dive into hands-on discovery in the Wet Lab. Connect with the incredible and connect with each other at Vancouver Aquarium.

Founded in 1931 on the ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, the Vancouver Art Gallery is one of North America’s most innovative visual arts institutions—right in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Home to one of the world’s most significant collections of Emily Carr and celebrated for its leadership in Indigenous and Asia Pacific art, the Vancouver Art Gallery showcases powerful historical and contemporary exhibitions, enriched by a permanent collection of more than 13,000 works.

Take a ride in a glass elevator to enjoy sweeping views of Vancouver, including Stanley Park, historic Gastown, the North Shore Mountains, and the bustling downtown core. Vancouver Lookout has long been an iconic feature of the city’s skyline, offering visitors a unique perspective of the urban and natural beauty that surrounds the city.

Step into a mystery and explore the best of downtown Vancouver including public art, historic sites, secret parks, and iconic architecture. Sign up in teams of 2 to 6 players. Complete challenges and collect clues at your own pace while sightseeing. This is real fun with zero screentime. A detective or agent will meet you with everything you need to play.

Explore VanDusen Botanical Garden, an inspiring 55-acre outdoor oasis with over 7,500 plant species and varieties. Spot and photograph local wildlife, enjoy the hedge maze with the kids and relax in a serene setting located in the heart of Vancouver. Bring a picnic or dine on the patios of Shaughnessy Restaurant or The Garden Café. Don’t forget to visit the award-winning visitor centre and browse the gift shop.