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ATTRACTIONS

Museum of Anthropology: Experience and study the cultures and arts of different Aboriginal peoples around the world in this stunning architectural landmark at University of British Columbia campus.

Capilano Suspension Bridge: Vancouver’s first attraction spans the width of the Capilano river at a dizzying height, only the brave-hearted will dare cross it.

Granville Island: A living, breathing urban oasis filled with fine waterfront restaurants, theatres, galleries, studios, unique shops, cafes and the most spectacular fresh food market you’ve ever seen.

Grouse Mountain: Enjoy the best view of city while skiing, hiking or taking a guided tour of the mountain

Robson Street Information: The city’s most famous shopping street set in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Science World: An interactive engaging experience showcasing the marvels of modern science. An experience the whole family will be sure to enjoy!

Stanley Park: Stanley Park is the grand daddy of all parks in Greater Vancouver. Known around the world, and why shouldn’t it be…a beautiful 1000 acre park that’s almost smack dab in the middle of Vancouver!

Tourist Office: Not sure what to do? Check out Tourism Vancouver to help you plan, schedule and make the most out of your time in Vancouver

Vancouver Aquarium: The Vancouver Aquarium is a must see attraction which offers beautiful displays of marine life with guided tours, activities and fun for all ages

Vancouver Art Gallery: The Vancouver Art Gallery stands in the centre of a city and is recognized as a nurturing ground for artistic talent. Through cutting-edge exhibitions, the gallery features the work of leaders in the field of contemporary art and Vancouver’s most internationally renowned artists.

DINING

Restaurant Guide: Your ultimate guide to dining out in Vancouver

ENTERTAINMENT

Ticketmaster: Find the hottest tickets to arts & theater, concerts and sports events

Civic Theatre: The Vancouver Civic Theatres operate the the Orpheum, the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and the Vancouver Playhouse. The stages are home to a wide variety of arts and entertainment productions throughout the year, including rock and pop concerts, drama, dance, opera, classical music and riveting lectures.

Arts Club/Stanley Theatres

HARBOUR TOUR

Harbour Cruises: Conveniently docked at the North end of Denman Street, take a relaxing lunch or enjoy a sunset dinner cruises along Vancouver’s beautiful coastline.

SEWELL’S MARINA: Hold tight and get ready for a fast ride on their high-speed, inflatable boats. Take an ocean safari tour of the scenic Howe Sound. Enjoy the rugged beauty and teeming wildlife of the Georgia Strait.

HOTEL INFORMATION

Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver

FISHING CHARTERS & CRUISES

Bites-on Charter: Experience Vancouver as it was meant to be experienced—you really haven’t seen Vancouver until you have seen it from the water, guided salmon fishing adventures from downtown.

Westin Bayshore Yacht Charters: Private Harbor tours 4-6 hours along the West coast and thru the Indian Arms

Fairweather Cruises: Private cruise from 2 to groups of 1000, incentive travel,corporate events planning and wedding specials. You can also find fire works cruises and lunch and dinner cruises.

SIGHT-SEEING TOURS

Landsea Tours: Personalized sightseeing experience with unsurpassed world-class customer service! Here you can find city, North Shore, Victoria and Whistler tours.

West Coast City & Nature Tours: Skilled and experienced tour guides are trained to give you their best. You can find 4 to 12 hour tours to Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler.

The Trolley Bus Tour Company: Join our Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing tour as your first stop to discover the city of Vancouver. Hop-on a classic turn-of-the century replica Trolley with 29 stops thru world famous Stanley Park, Granville Island, museums and renowned shopping areas.

Harbour Air Seaplane Tours: Daily departures on a twin engine float plane for a 35 minute flight to Victoria, or you can enjoy a 20 minute scenic City of Vancouver tour. The company is the largest all-seaplane company in the world with 30 aircrafts. The exhilarating spray of the water is always a highlight during take-off and landing

Westcoast Air Seaplane Tours: Private and scheduled Tours over Vancouver and Victoria on a twin engine planes. The ideal introduction to seaplane aviation departs from downtown Vancouver’s bustling coal Harbor and includes the spectacular new Olympic venues.

WHALE WATCHING

Prince of Whales: The very best of whale watching with the largest fleet and greatest variety of options! The team operates with respect to all natural habitats and species. Tours to and from Victoria including the most famous Butchart Gardens.

Wild Whales Vancouver: Whale watching tour from Granville Island.

Vancouver Whale Watch:Whale watching tours from picturesque Steveston Village; a town where daily the fisherman come to the docks to sell their catch.