Tourist in Your Own City
Vancouver Maritime Museum
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The Vancouver Maritime Museum is located in Vanier Park, and showcases the maritime and boating history of the Pacific Northwest and Arctic. It is Vancouver's top attraction for learning about boats and maritime history.
Museum Details:
Location: 1905 Ogden Ave., Vancouver Hours of Operation:
Email: [email protected] |
Vancouver Art Gallery
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The Vancouver Art Gallery features major exhibitions of works by contemporary and historical artists. It has a permanent collection of over 10,000 artworks, with a small percentage on view at any given time. The Gallery features a variety of temporary exhibits.
Special attention is given to the accomplishments of Indigenous artists, as well as to those of the Asia Pacific region—through the Institute of Asian Art founded in 2014. Location: 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver Hours of Operation:
Email: [email protected] |
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art
Bill Reid carving
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The Bill Reid Gallery is dedicated to celebrating the rich artistic traditions of the Northwest Coast while fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for contemporary Indigenous art.
At the heart of our Gallery is a remarkable permanent collection that presents the magnificent works of Bill Reid, including monumental works such as Mythic Messengers, white onyx Raven and the First Men, masks and other carvings, works on paper, wire sculptures, and the Raven’s Trove Gallery that showcases Reid’s exquisite jewelry. Winter Hours: Wed - Sun | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Summer Hours: Open daily Location: 639 Hornby St., Vancouver Cost: Ticket prices vary, free admission for Indigenous Peoples, children under 12, and Gallery Members Phone: 604-682-3455 ext. 221 FREE admission from 2 pm to 5 pm every first Friday of the month! |
Combine Images of Then and Now - Free Vancouver Walking Tour App
Laying track on Granville street long ago, merged with today in the same place.
Credit On This Spot and the Vancouver Archives
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The On This Spot app:
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Urban Forest Train
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Listen and learn on the Urban Forest Train!
The Urban Forest Train is back on track. Hop on board for a narrated ride where you’ll pick up fun facts about the flora and fauna of Stanley Park, Canada’s first and largest urban park. Kids can earn a Junior Urban Forest Ranger badge when they listen and learn. Cost: Single tickets $4.25 - $8.25 / Group $38 - $74.25 Dates and hours: April - July
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Bored in Vancouver?
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Bored in Vancouver? Let’s Explore.
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Langara College Theatre Performances
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Langara College offers a captivating selection of mainstage productions and indie shows showcasing Vancouver’s latest up-and-coming talent. Professional directors and designers are hired to work on each production.
Langara offers relaxed performances for individuals who may benefit from a less formal experience and casual theatre environment. Adjustments include:
Location: 100 West 49th Ave., Vancouver Cost: Tickets range from $10 - $25 |
Little Free Libraries - Downtown
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Simon Fraser University’s School for the Contemporary Arts has repurposed and decorated eleven newspaper boxes into miniature lending libraries which are now available across downtown Vancouver. This project is in collaboration with the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association.
The Little Free Libraries are places where people can take, borrow, or donate books in the spirit of community sharing. The goal is to improve public spaces around Downtown Vancouver to help people feel welcome, safe, engaged and happy. Locations: The eleven locations around Downtown Vancouver can be found using the link below |
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Gardens and Park
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The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a top tourist attraction and a unique venue for cultural programming and events. This Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is the first among its kind to have been built outside of China; and serves as a joint collaboration between Canada and the People's Republic of China.
Amenities:
Location: 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 9:30 - 4:00 pm Cost: Tickets range from $12 - $16 Phone: 604-662-3207 Dr Sun Yat-Sen Park
The Sun Yat-Sen Park is a Chinese garden that is next to the Garden, and is open to the public for free.
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H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
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The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre is BC’s premier space science attraction. It combines the arts, culture, and science to provide unique and exhilarating shows, exhibits, and special events that spark your curiosity and inspire exploration.
The Gordon Southam Observatory is open for stargazing. Guests can view stars, planets, nebulas and other nighttime highlights of the season through a gigantic telescope, led by interpreter staff. Hours of Operation:
Ticket Prices: $19.75, with free admission for Indigenous individuals Location: Vanier Park, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver Phone: 604-738-7827 Email: [email protected] |
FlyOver Canada
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Enjoy a flying ride and a multi-dimensional film experience bringing you to the spectacular natural features of Canada. The ride is enhanced by special effects, such as wind, mist, and scents. Additionally, there are frequent special presentations about a featured location or theme. Previous special features include China, Iceland, and Christmas.
Location: Canada Place, Vancouver Cost: Prices are based on availability, BC residents receive a special discounted rate Hours: Daily, 9:30 am to 10 pm Details: Shows run every 15-20 minutes Height restrictions in effect for children, please see website for more information |
UBC Gardens - Free and Low-Cost Admissions
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UBC Botanical Garden
Nitobe Memorial Garden
UBC Rose Garden
Cost: Free Hours:
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Beaty Biodiversity Museum
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Every month, in a program called Nocturnal, the Beaty Biodiversity Museum hosts late night activities until 8:30pm. This special event is by donation, and all ages are welcome to attend.
Activities include:
When: Third Thursday of each month See upcoming dates here Time: 5 pm - 8:30 pm Location: UBC Main Campus 2178 - 2207 Main Mall Cost: By donation Phone: 604-827-4955 Email: [email protected] |
Stanley Park Nature House
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The Stanley Park Nature House is the gateway to nature and exploration in Stanley Park. As Vancouver's only ecology centre, it is a source of various resources, artifacts, and interesting projects.
Nature House Details:
Location: Under the viewing plaza at the north end of Alberni Street (at the East end of the Lost Lagoon) Hours:
Heron Cam
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Museum of Vancouver
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The Museum of Vancouver is a great attraction that seeks to inspire understanding of Vancouver through stories, objects, and experiences. It connects Vancouverites to each other, as well as connecting Vancouver to the world.
Museum Details:
Location: Vanier Park, 100 Chestnut Street Hours:
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Bloedel Conservatory
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The Biodel Conservatory is a domed lush paradise located in Queen Elizabeth Park atop Vancouver's highest point. It is home to more than 100 exotic birds, koi fish, 500 exotic plants and flowers in its temperature-controlled environment.
Conservatory Features:
Location: 4600 Cambie St., Vancouver Hours of Operation:
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