77 Things To Do In Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver is one of the most vibrant cities in Canada! Here you’ll find a variety of fun things to do, places to go, and things to see! So whether you’re looking for things to do in Vancouver with your family, small kids, or just the adults you’re in luck!

With scenic beauty and diverse culture, Vancouver has something to offer for everyone and since it’s right across the border from Washington state it’s close enough for a day trip for those living or traveling in the PNW!

From die-hard foodies, outdoor enthusiasts, and even history buffs, Vancouver has got you covered regardless of the time of year you’re able to visit. My family is hoping to make the trip across the northern border this summer for our first time in Canada! 

With some friends right in the heart of Vancouver, we figured we’d do some research on a few places to go and things to see to get a jump start on planning our trip! 

So in this blog, I’ll be sharing some of the best things to do in Vancouver to help guide your planning and mine. Let’s make the most out of our trips by doing some research on the places to go and things to see and do before booking the travel!

Let’s get to the list. 

77 Things To Do In Vancouver, Canada

Here we have a super list of 77 things to do in Vancouver, Canada. Take a look and see what activities and attractions might be of interest during your trip! Once you’re done with the list of places to go and things to see, I’ve actually included an additional list of 19 festivals that you might also want to check out for your trip, depending on the timing. 

1. Visit Stanley Park
2. Check out Granville Island
3. Go shopping on Robson Street
4. Walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge
5. Visit the Vancouver Aquarium
6. Explore Science World
7. Attend a concert at Rogers Arena
8. Take a bike ride around the Seawall
9. Visit the Museum of Anthropology
10. Go skiing or snowboarding on Grouse Mountain
11. Have a picnic at Queen Elizabeth Park
12. Ride the SkyTrain
13. Check out the views from the Vancouver Lookout
14. Go kayaking in False Creek
15. Visit the Bloedel Conservatory
16. Attend a Vancouver Whitecaps game
17. Visit the UBC Botanical Garden
18. Go whale watching
19. Visit the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
20. Take a tour of the BC Sports Hall of Fame
21. Go indoor rock climbing at Cliffhanger
22. Visit the Vancouver Art Gallery
23. Go swimming at Kitsilano Pool
24. Explore the Museum of Vancouver
25. Take a day trip to Whistler
26. Visit the Vancouver Maritime Museum
27. Go zip-lining in North Vancouver
28. Visit the VanDusen Botanical Garden
29. Go on a food tour of Vancouver
30. Visit the Nitobe Memorial Garden
31. Go on a ghost tour of Vancouver
32. Visit the Lighthouse Park
33. Go on a whale-watching tour
34. Visit the Vancouver Police Museum
35. Take a tour of the Vancouver Public Library
36. Go on a brewery tour
37. Visit the Burnaby Village Museum
38. Go on a Segway tour of Stanley Park
39. Go on a tour of the Vancouver Art Gallery
40. Visit the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
41. Go on a hiking tour of Vancouver
42. Visit the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre
43. Go skiing or snowboarding at Cypress Mountain
44. Visit the Britannia Mine Museum
45. Go on a boat tour of Vancouver
46. Visit the Vancouver Maritime Museum at Vanier Park
47. Go on a beer tour of Vancouver
48. Visit the Roedde House Museum
49. Go on a foodie tour of Vancouver
50. Visit the Beaty Biodiversity Museum
51. Go on a cycling tour of Vancouver
52. Visit the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site
53. Go on a walking tour of Vancouver
54. Visit the Science World at TELUS World of Science
55. Attend the Vancouver Pride Parade
56. Go on a Granville Island food tour
57. Visit the Museum of Vancouver at Vanier Park
58. Go on a Chinese food tour of Vancouver
59. Attend the Vancouver Sun Run
60. Visit the Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Centre
61. Go on a Stanley Park eco-tour
62. Visit the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
63. Go on a Granville Island brewery tour
64. Visit the Vancouver Police Museum at night
65. Go on a False Creek water taxi tour
66. Visit the Lighthouse Park at sunset
67. Go on a Vancouver brewery crawl
68. Visit the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
69. Go on a Vancouver coffee tour
70. Visit the Nitobe Memorial Garden
71. Go on a Vancouver chocolate tour
72. Visit the Roedde House Museum
73. Go on a Vancouver cocktail tour
74. Visit the Beaty Biodiversity Museum
75. Go on a Vancouver pizza tour
76. Visit the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site
77. Go on a Vancouver dessert tour

19 Vancouver Festivals For All Ages & Stages

1. Attend the Vancouver International Jazz Festival
2. Attend the Vancouver Folk Music Festival
3. Attend the Vancouver Writers Fest
4. Attend the Vancouver Dragon Boat Festival
5. Attend the Vancouver International Jazz Festival
6. Check out the graffiti at the Vancouver Mural Festival
7. Attend the Vancouver International Tap Dance Festival
8. Attend the Vancouver International Burlesque Festival
9. Attend the Vancouver International Children’s Film Festival
10. Attend the Vancouver International Flamenco Festival
11. Attend the Vancouver International Children’s Festival
12. Attend the Vancouver International Improv Festival
13. Attend the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
14. Attend the Vancouver International Wine Festival
15. Attend the Vancouver International Dance Festival
16. Attend the Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival
17. Attend the Celebration of Light Fireworks Festival
18. Attend the Vancouver Fringe Festival
19. Attend the Vancouver International Film Festival

77 Things To Do In Vancouver, Canada

Hope you enjoyed this MEGA list of 77 Things To Do In Vancouver, Canada PLUS 19 Vancouver Festivals! I love exploring and finding new places to go and things to do always fills my heart and mind with great adventures big and small!

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