Yaletown is Vancouver's trendy and upscale renovated warehouse district. This fresh urban neighbourhood is located just blocks from the Hotel.
Yaletown's converted heritage buildings are home to some of city's top fashion and design shops, as well as cutting edge restaurants and bars. Old loading docks act as giant sidewalks and create a unique setting for strolling, shopping, or lounging at one of the many outdoor patios.
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Stanley Park is recognized around the globe as one of the great parks of the world! Vancouver's first park and one of the city's main tourist attractions, Stanley Park is an evergreen oasis of 400 hectares (1,000 acres) close to the downtown core. Its natural west coast atmosphere offering a back drop of majestic cedar, hemlock and fir trees embraces visitors and transports them to an environment rich in tranquility. The park abounds in wildlife and its features appeal to the naturalist, the plant lover or one who would do nothing more than relax in beautiful surroundings. There is always something happening in the park.
Sea Wall is now open !
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Science World is a hands-on science centre in Vancouver, a favourite family destination offering entertaining and educational experiences. Science World contains five permanent galleries (Eureka, the Sara Stern Search Gallery, KidSpace, Our World, Visual Illusions), a Special Exhibitions Galleries, the Science Theatre, and the Alcan OMNIMAX Theatre, as well as a variety of Centre Stage Shows.
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Whole Year
Whale Watching!!
Prince of Whales is the largest, safest most enviornmentally sustainable whale watching and eco-adventure company in Vancouver and Victoria.
Their commitment to sustainbale marine wildlife management and responsible viewing is demonstrated by their trained staff.
Come for an experiece of a life time as you experience orcas, humbacks, greys, minkes, porpoises, seals, sea lions, elephant seals, and numerous flora and fauna.
Tickets can be purchased from our Concierge Desk.
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Hop on or hop off the British-flag-painted double-decker and open-top buses at 20 stops around Vancouver. A pre-recorded commentary eliminates repetition. Buses are available for private charters. Buy tickets online or at any stop.
Your Big Bus Sightseeing Tour is created around a carefully designed route that takes you to the key places of interest, and a hop-on hop-off facility that lets you discover them.
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Say Chic. Say Pacific Centre.
At the edge of fashion in the heart of downtown, Pacific Centre is Vancouver’s premier shopping destination featuring: Holt Renfrew, Harry Rosen, MaxMara, Hugo Boss, Hollister, Sephora, Apple, Coach, Browns Shoes, Coast Mountain/Sport Chek, the Four Seasons Hotel and so much more.
Located on the corner of Georgia and Howe, adjacent to Robson Street and the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Out of town visitors to Vancouver, spend $200 or more at Pacific Centre retailers and receive a Special Gift while quantities last. Simply visit Guest Services with your day’s receipts to receive your gift.
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The Vancouver Aquarium, located in world famous Stanley Park, has more than 70,000 fascinating creatures to explore from the Artic to the Amazon.
Be sure to catch daily beluga whale, dolphin and sea otter shows. For an unforgettable extra, try one of the Aquarium's hands-on Animal Encounters or Trainer Tours.
As Canada’s largest aquarium and a non-profit organization we continually dedicate our efforts to effect the conservation of aquatic life through display, interpretation, education, research, and direct action. You will experience all this and more when you visit us.
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This is North America's second biggest Chinatown, after San Francisco's. Mandarin and Cantonese are the mother tongues in 30 per cent of Vancouver homes, which makes Chinese the largest "minority" ethnic group. There are lots of interesting markets with many varieties of fresh and dried seafood and mushrooms. You'll also find inexpensive houseware and traditional Chinese medicine.
During the summer, on weekend evenings, Keefer and Pender Streets become a busy open-air night market. If you have time for a leisurely meal, try dim sum at one of the many small restaurants. It is an inexpensive, multi-course culinary adventure. Relax in the peaceful Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, or marvel at the ornate Millennium Gate - just steps away on Pender Street. Visit the Chinese Cultural Centre Museum, or participate in one of its many activities.
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Nestled in the centre of Canada’s most beautiful city is a breathtaking island oasis that will steal your heart and seduce your senses. This gathering spot for both locals and tourists,
Sample the fresh, tantalizing offerings of the market and restaurants. Browse the unique items crafted by some of the best local talent. Watch these artists and craftspeople as they create. Take in a play or two at our theatres. Granville Island is an urban haven filled with fine restaurants, theatres, galleries and studios, and all things that are fresh: seafood, fruit, vegetables, plants, flowers, candy, fudge, breads and baked treats.
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Canada Place, a mixed-use commercial facility, is home to the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, The Pan Pacific Hotel, The Vancouver Port Authority Corporate Offices, Cruise Ship Terminal (Operated by the Vancouver Port Authority), The CN IMAX Theatre, World Trade Centre Office Complex and Citipark parking facility.
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Robson is Vancouver's most famous shopping street set in the heart of downtown Vancouver. In the three block stretch between Burrard and Jervis you will find a commercial mecca which includes premier fashions stores, fine dining, services and all the amenities a tourist or local might need.
Robson-goers may spend their day people watching and sipping coffee on an outdoor patio; they may start off shopping at unique boutique stores before being pampered at a day spa and then relaxing at a hotel. At night, the streets come alive with colorful buskers and performers. Visitors enjoy delicious drinks and fine foods at some of the city's most celebrated restaurants. The street is recognized both on a worldwide level as well as locally as it remains Vancouverites' favorite shopping destination. Robson is undoubtedly the street to see and be seen on.
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Free Skating at Robson Square
Vancouver's only free outdoor ice rink, the fabulous ice rink at Robson Square--which re-opened two years ago in honour of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics--will be open again this winter, offering ice skaters a chance to skate for free in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
Located at 800 Robson Street, just across from the Vancouver Art Gallery, the Robson Square Ice Rink will be open Sunday - Thursday from 9am - 9pm and Fridays & Saturdays from 9am - 11pm. Skating is free; skate rentals are $4, helmets and ice cleats are $2.
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Gastown is a refreshing mix of old and new, downhome and upscale, a place for tourists, Vancouver residents and office workers alike. Various shops have the streets buzzing during the day. A host of restaurants and nightspots keeps the area humming into the wee hours. And, more and more, Gastown is becoming home to permanent residents…just like in the old days.
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Bringing life to art for over 75 years! From Canada's largest collection of beloved artist Emily Carr's work, to ever-changing world-class exhibitions in a stunning neo-classical heritage building, the Vancouver Art Gallery offers the city's top cultural experience. Located right in the centre of downtown Vancouver, the Gallery is one of the largest art museums in Canada, featuring four floors of inspirational pleasures with rotating exhibitions of major international works.
Fun for all ages! Exhibition tours include kidstops with hands-on games, puzzles and art supplies along with free Family Guides featuring age-appropriate information, questions and fun drawing activities.
The Gallery Café (named one of Vancouver's top outdoor dining patio spots by Vancouver Magazine), a to-die-for Gallery Store with smart, eclectic gifts, a convenient group drop-off area and the City's most charming spaces for receptions and events make the Vancouver Art Gallery a "must-visit" and an integral part of the Vancouver experience.
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New Vancouver Destination Video
Tourism Vancouver has just released new destination video.
Please click new destination video for a short presentation about Vancouver.
Find out why the world is coming to Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Princes of Whales excursions leave Victoria’s Inner Harbour on a regular schedule throughout the spring, summer and fall. Passengers embark on a wildlife cruise up to 100-kilometres in length in search of killer whales, grey whales, minke whales, or even humpback whales. A variety of smaller marine mammals and sea birds are often seen as well. The company strives to provide an exciting experience that is both safe and educational. The skippers of all vessels are all well informed and Coast Guard approved. The Ocean Magic offers the opportunity to ride in comfort either indoors or out, and has a marine biologist aboard to provide more in-depth discussions of marine mammal biology and ecology.
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Pacific National Exhibition
Saturday, August 20, 2011 - Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Come visit us this year as we Celebrate the 101st Anniversary of the PNE!
More details to follow shortly.
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BC Royal Museum in Victoria
The Royal BC Museum Corporation is one of the foremost cultural institutions in the world. The museum was founded in 1886; the archives in 1894. In 2003 these two organizations integrated to become British Columbia's combined provincial museum and archives, collecting artifacts, documents and specimens of BC's natural and human history, safeguarding them for the future, and sharing them with the world.
Through research and education, we strive to broaden understanding about our province and inspire curiosity and wonder. We are passionate about sharing British Columbia's story with the millions of visitors who walk through our doors and explore our web site each year.
Our archives, exhibits and galleries change and grow as our understanding grows, and we endeavour to share our knowledge in original and exciting ways. Each exhibit and gallery tells important stories about British Columbia and provides an engaging and thought-provoking window on the province's past, present and future. Our archives provide a treasure trove of information for researchers and genealogists through the stories that are preserved here.
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Butterfly Gardens, Victoria B.C.
Victoria Butterfly Gardens were designed and built specifically to showcase the life cycle and free flight of tropical butterflies and moths. The 12,000 sq ft enclosure is a riot of tropical colour, aroma's and personalities. Stars of the show are the butterflies themselves - 3,000 of them fluttering amongst the flora!
Enjoy up close the stunning beauty and colour of exotic butterflies, tropical ducks, flamingos, other rare tropical birds and Koi swimming in the stream and pond.
Experience this living, breathing visual feast and enjoy a voyage of discovery, into the life of the inhabitants and the tropical habitat.
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Snowbus has you covered from the city to the peak! Trust us to give you the best rate around and get you up the hill fastest!
Forget about gas and parking, and Après until your heart's content. Snowbus is fun, reliable transportation with movies, snacks and a host on every bus. You already love the mountain; Love the Ride!
Tickets from $34.95
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