Central Vancouver Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Central Vancouver
Popular places to visit

Canada Place
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Vancouver Waterfront
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Vancouver Waterfront. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Port of Vancouver
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Port of Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

BC Place Stadium
Catch an event at BC Place Stadium during your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Vancouver Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Vancouver Convention Centre during your trip to Vancouver. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge

Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket

Vancouver Art Gallery Skip-the-Line Admission Tickets

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Our pick of the best Central Vancouver Hotel Deals

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Staff was amazing. Thank you for your hard work. Very friendly german speaking gentleman served us breakfast on Saturday, Sunday last week. Kindly Sabine
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Clean, the area is convenient and beautiful.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
We had a beautiful view of the mountains and ocean!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Burrard
Very clean staff super friendly
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Hotel is in a great location.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
We didn’t use the pool but the shops and restaurants along with the sports stadiums being just steps away. I would call this an amazing location
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Vancouver

Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Vancouver Waterfront are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Hotel Europe.

Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.

Yaletown
Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.

Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Main Street and Rickshaw Theatre, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.

West End
The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.

