Once a trading post and a rough-and-tumble sawmilling settlement, today’s Vancouver is a bustling, ethnically diverse metropolis that’s a mix of glassy new skyscrapers, quaint historic neighborhoods and plentiful green spaces. Its culinary and cocktail scene is on the rise, with excellent restaurants and buzzing bars that have a distinctively local stamp on them. If you are looking for where to go in Vancouver for music, theater and the arts, they are thriving in the city’s many museums, galleries and performance venues. Beyond the downtown attractions in Vancouver, days of exploration and sightseeing await among the colorful suburbs, the unspoiled islands and the vast, rugged wilderness.
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Things To Do In Vancouver
Gastown
The Gastown neighborhood dates back to the Victorian era when "Gassy Jack" Deighton opened a saloon in a burgeoning sawmilling settlement. Now its grand heritage buildings and brick-paved streets are home to art galleries, design shops and stylish eateries.
Stanley Park
Vancouver’s most famous urban space, the thousand-acre Stanley Park, epitomizes everything that locals here love about the outdoors. Hiking trails weave around totem poles and hemlock trees, while at the beaches, you can swim, people-watch and picnic.
Vancouver Aquarium
The largest aquarium in Canada hosts fascinating exhibits on the marine habitats of the Canadian Arctic, and British Columbian coasts, plus an area with African penguins. Tanks teem with sea life such as blacktip reef sharks, Pacific fish, sea otters and white-sided dolphins, some of which you’ll get a chance to encounter up close.
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When was Vancouver founded? April 6, 1886
Where is Vancouver located? Located in the southwest corner of British Columbia, Canada.
What is the population of Vancouver? 631,486 according to the 2016 Canada Census
What language is primarily spoken? English
What is the time zone of Vancouver, BC, Canada? Pacific Time
Vancouver, BC, Canada is GMT/UTC - 8h during Standard Time
Vancouver, BC, Canada is GMT/UTC - 7h during Daylight Saving Time
What currency is used in Vancouver, BC, Canada? CAD (Canadian Dollar)
How do I book a flight to Vancouver? At Holland America we offer cruise travelers low prices on their flights. Please see more information on our Flight Ease program here.
What are some of the top places to see in Vancouver? Visit our Vancouver Port page for more information on our top travel recommendations.
What should I expect boarding to like for my cruise departing Vancouver, BC, Canada? Please visit our cruise preparation FAQ for information on how to access or print boarding passes, how to check in online, and to see if you need a passport.
Can I book an airport shuttle to my cruise? Book an airport transfer from the airport to your ship after you book a cruise with Holland America Line. We make getting to and from your cruise comfortable, convenient and hassle-free. For more information on EXC City Stays & Overland Tours, please visit: https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/pre-post-travel-cruise.html
Are you an already booked guest with Holland America Line? For booked guests, please see our travel planning details on how to book an airport transfer.
