7 Unmissable Things To Do In Vancouver

Sarah Clayton-Lea | 5 years ago | 4 minutes Read

Visiting Vancouver? We’ve got you covered to make sure you have the best time ever here. Once you’ve eaten your bodyweight in the city’s best burgers, had your caffeine fix and explored Vancouver’s best bars, there’s still so much more to see and do.

These are 7 absolutely must-do things in Vancouver.

1. Capilano Suspension Bridge

Make your way across this swaying suspension bridge, which stretches 137 metres across a canyon and the Capilano River 70 metres below. This is a top pick for superb photos – just don’t look down if you’re in anyway scared of heights…

2. Stroll around Richmond Night Market

During the summer, this fun Chinese night market in Richmond is free for those under 13 or over 60 ($2.75 for everyone else) and is definitely worth the trip to dig into fried squid, fish balls, nitrogen ice cream, and Chinese knick- knacks. There’s over 100 stalls to browse around.

Stroll around Richmond Night Market in Vancouver

3. Hike the Grouse Grind

The famous Grouse Grind hike is a must-do for outdoorsy people. Your legs might hate you afterward, but the views at the top are insane. Hiking up is free, but you’ll need to pay the $10 for the gondola ride down.

Hike the Grouse Grind in Vancouver

4. Spend an afternoon in Stanley Park

With lovely beaches, miles of well-maintained paved and dirt trails, Canada’s largest aquarium and heaps of kid-friendly spots (including a pool, water park, miniature railway and more), this haven is 100% one of the greatest urban parks in the world.

Spend an afternoon in Stanley Park in Vancouver

5. Take a ski trip to Whistler

Just two hours away from the city lies this famous mountain hotspot. This top ranked destination ski resort draws skiers from all over the world for downhill and heli-skiing, with cross-country trails located close by.

6. Soak up some culture at Vancouver Art Gallery

Discover ground-breaking historical and contemporary exhibitions, and artworks by Canadian, Indigenous and internationally acclaimed artists at this super museum. Ideal for a rainy day.

7. Have a night out in buzzing Gastown

The city’s oldest neighbourhood is a must-visit. Full of one-of-a-kind galleries and some of the best culinary fare in Vancouver, it’s a lively place in the evenings for cocktails. Not too sure where to go? Check out our insider tips of the best bars here.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sarah Clayton-Lea

Co-founder of Big 7 Travel, Sarah created the company through her passion for championing the world's best food and travel experiences. Before her career in digital media, where she previously held roles such as Editor of Food&Wine Ireland, Sarah worked in the hospitality industry in Dublin and New York. Contact [email protected]

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