Vancouver
9 O'Clock Gun
While in Stanley Park, be sure to check out the 9 Oclock gun. Cast in England in 1816, this cannon fires at 9 pm each night at Brockton Point. The gun was used in the 1800’s to remind the ships of their fishing time limits. You’ll also enjoy the view of downtown Vancouver and the North Shore Mountains.
BC Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
Inside this complex one can test their own sprinting, rowing, climbing and throwing abilities in the high-tech participation gallery. The museum features British Columbia’s celebrated athletes.
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Just 10 minutes from downtown, this suspension bridge hangs more than 200 feet above the beautiful Capilano River.
Chinatown
Largest in Canada, and third largest on the continent. Vancouver’s Chinatown is a brilliantly colored, exotic adventure in dining, shopping and sightseeing.
Granville Island
Features Farmer’s Market with fresh food and fish, street musicians and unique shops.
Grouse Mountain
The peak of Vancouver, Grouse Mountain is fun for everyone all year long. In the winter you can take the family skiing, snowboarding or ice-skating. During the summer the mountain remains open for continued sports activities such as biking and hiking. Ride the Skytram 3700 feet to the top of the mountain and enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of the city, sea and the mountains.
HR MacMillan Space Center
Always dreamed of being an astronaut? Get your chance at the virtual reality Cyberwalk and kinetic space-ride simulator. See the galaxy at Star Theatre or catch a laser/rock concert.
Kitsilano Beach
One of the city’s busiest beaches. Lifeguard on duty, concession stands, playground and heated pool.
Lighthouse Park
Located in West Vancouver near Horseshoe Bay, this park has 75 hectares of virgin temperate rain forest to hike through. It also has some of the largest Douglas Firs in the area. Marine Drive at Beacon Lane.
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre
Inside this 600 acre park are 100 year old Douglas firs, a rainforest, Twin Falls, a 30 foot crystal clear rock pool and a suspension bridge hanging 20 stories over the Canyon.
Miniature Railway & Children’s Farmyard
Child-size steam train for kids and adults. Ride through the woods and then visit an entire farmyard of animals.
Museum of Anthropology
Featuring Indian artifacts from the original inhabitants of the area, a traditional longhouse and mortuary chamber.
Prospect Point
The highest point of Stanley Park, this area is under the Lions Gate Bridge. Be sure to take your camera to capture the outstanding view of the North Shore Mountains and Burrard Inlet. It also has a Gift Shop, a restaurant and a coffee shop.
Robson Street
Funky boutiques, high-end retail shops, unique artistic goods and hip cafes draw many visitors to this “hot spot”.
Science World
The attraction is easy to find with its huge dome built over the Omnimax Theatre that hosts a 3D-laser show. Lots of hands-on and interactive activities for the kids.
Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
Huge tanks populated with Beluga whales and sea otters have large widnows for underwater viewing. Learn about the West Coast aquatic world, explore a tropical Amazon and enjoy daily feeding shows.
Vancouver Art Gallery
Four centuries of Canadian art are featured here along with contemperary exhibitions of painting, sculpture, graphic arts, photography and video.
Vancouver Maritime Museum
Half of the museum is completely devoted to kids. Plenty of hands-on displays such as a pirate ship, tugboat and underwater robot.
Vancouver Museum
Located on the beautiful waterfront of Vanier Park, this mueseum features life size replica of a trading post, Victorian Park and an 1897 Canadian Pacific Railway passenger car. Ther are many unique exhibitions and programs for the entire family to enjoy.