Vancouver's best attractions are only separated by two feet ----YOURS !

There are very few major cities in the world that can match the breathtaking setting of Vancouver.The Coastal Mountains loom above the city like lions waiting for prey, and the blue sea, which almost wraps around the downtown core, provides a stunning contrast to the lush green of the surrounding landscape. Vancouver literally sits on the edge of wilderness. In what other major city can one be in the center of the downtown core and within twenty minutes be in dense coastal forest?

The attractions listed on this page can all be found within the city. For other attractions only minutes away, see our other sections

Downtown Vancouver:

Set on a peninsula framed by the North Shore mountains, downtown Vancouver houses over 70,000 residents and all the businesses and facilities expected in a cosmopolitan city. It is alive day and night with people enjoying the waterfront setting and popular amenities.Trees and flowers grace the safe streetscapes and parks. This is a very liveable and picturesque area with a great variety of activities for our visitors.

B.C. Place Stadium

Canada's first domed stadium. Home of CFL BC Lions, BC Sports Hall of Fame. Used for large events. Tours available.

Canada Place

Houses the Trade and Convention Center, Cruise ship Terminal and The Pan Pacific Hotel. On waterfront at foot of Granville.

Christ Church Cathedral

Vancouver's oldest church. Gothic features and stained glass.

CN Imax Theatre

A five story tall screen is used to show interesting films, including three dimensional movies. 999 Canada place.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Gardens

Reflecting the Taoist philosophy of yin and yang, these gardens are modelled after private classical gardens in the city of Suzhou during the Ming Dynasty. Set in the heart of Chinatown, they offer a pleasant retreat from the bustle of that neighbourhood. Location: Chinatown

English Bay / Sunset Beaches

Active beaches that border the "West- End". Great for walking at night on seawall and watching the sunset---where in Vancouver isn't ? Location : From Burrard bridge to Denman St.

General Motors Place

Home of the NHL Vancouver Canucks

Robson Street

Busy shopping St. with "high end" stores. Lots of restaurants. Favorite area for walking at night.

Stanley Park

Over 1000 acres of paradise. See separate section on next page

The Law Courts / Plaza

Great architecture, waterfalls, open air skating, public plaza,

The Lookout at Harbour Centre

Revolving viewing platform and restaurant with great views of the city.
Corner of Hastings / Seymour St.

Vancouver Art Gallery

An impressive building of Greek columns and stone lions, once the Provincial Courthouse, the art gallery has been restored to create a glorious spacious interior for its collection of international and Canadian art. Location: 750 Hornby Street 604 682 5621

Vancouver Public Library

Stunning, but controversial, architecture with people oriented inner courtyard.
350 West Georgia St.

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