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The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities
Stanley Park is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

1. Stanley Park

9.6
Stanley Park Dr, Vancouver, BC
Park · Stanley Park · 192 tips and reviews

WTYW7 Media IncWTYW7 Media Inc: Stanley Park is one of the biggest city park in the world, with the best beaches around including English Beach. Take a walk around the sea wall or visit the Vancouver Aquarium. This is the best park.

2. Vancouver Aquarium

9.0
845 Avison Way, Vancouver, BC
Aquarium · Stanley Park · 155 tips and reviews

Carmen C.Carmen Chu: Next, a trip to the Aquarium was incredibly enjoyable as I find aquatic animals very fascinating! For thrill-seekers, try the 4D experience! It’s exhilarating!

English Bay Beach is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

3. English Bay Beach

9.5
Beach Ave (btwn Gilford & Bidwell), Vancouver, BC
Beach · West End · 125 tips and reviews

Gagan D.Gagan Diesh: Walk around the sea-wall. Get to know why Vancouver is the most beautiful city in the world.

Hapa Izakaya is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

4. Hapa Izakaya

1479 Robson St (at Nicola St), Vancouver, BC
Japanese Restaurant · West End · 40 tips and reviews

FoodistsFoodists: Get a double pour of sake served in chilled bamboo!

Vancouver 2010 Olympic Cauldron is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

5. Vancouver 2010 Olympic Cauldron

8.0
1055 Canada Pl. (at Thurlow St.), Vancouver, BC
Monument · Coal Harbour · 19 tips and reviews

RobRob: Don't forget to check out the pixelated orca whale sculpture in the plaza. It's a Douglas Coupland. Read more.

Vancouver Lookout is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

6. Vancouver Lookout

8.7
555 W Hastings St. (Harbour Centre), Vancouver, BC
Scenic Lookout · Downtown Vancouver · 32 tips and reviews

Carmen C.Carmen Chu: First up the Vancouver Lookout! The glass elevator ride up to a 360º view of the city with the sun shining was absolutely breathtaking; a reminder of why I love this city so much.

Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

7. Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant

7.2
555 W Hastings St (Seymour St), Vancouver, BC
American Restaurant · Downtown Vancouver · 21 tips and reviews

Justin E.Justin Elton: Appies and drinks, skip dinner.

Gastown Steam Clock is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

8. Gastown Steam Clock

8.8
305 Water St (at Cambie St), Vancouver, BC
Monument · Gastown · 60 tips and reviews
Waterfront SeaBus Terminal is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

9. Waterfront SeaBus Terminal

601 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC
Metro Station · Downtown Vancouver · 10 tips and reviews

Tara W.Tara Williams: Stand closest to the North Shore - that way you'll get a good seat and view on the boat!

Granville SkyTrain Station is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

10. Granville SkyTrain Station

655 Seymour St (btwn Georgia & Dunsmuir), Vancouver, BC
Metro Station · Downtown Vancouver · 18 tips and reviews

Janice S.Janice Salvame: Hold on when you're riding the escalators, because it's a long tumble if you fall over.

Vancouver Art Gallery is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

11. Vancouver Art Gallery

8.7
750 Hornby St. (btwn Robson & W Georgia St.), Vancouver, BC
Art Gallery · Downtown Vancouver · 93 tips and reviews

Benjamin L.Benjamin Luk: Stand in front of a fire extinguisher, thoughtfully stroking your chin. Mumble something about Hyperrealism every time someone walks by.

Robson Square Ice Rink is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

12. Robson Square Ice Rink

7.9
701 West Georgia St. (btwn Howe & Hornby), Vancouver, BC
Skating Rink · Downtown Vancouver · 9 tips and reviews
Vancouver Public Library is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

13. Vancouver Public Library

9.1
350 West Georgia St (btwn Homer & Hamilton), Vancouver, BC
Library · Downtown Vancouver · 75 tips and reviews
BC Place is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

14. BC Place

8.8
777 Pacific Blvd. (at Expo Blvd.), Vancouver, BC
Stadium · Downtown Vancouver · 111 tips and reviews

National PostNational Post: Look up. The new BC Place roof is set to cost $465M. Is it worth it? http://natpo.st/dbUcvU Read more.

Rogers Arena is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

15. Rogers Arena

8.7
800 Griffiths Way (at Abbott St), Vancouver, BC
Hockey Stadium · Downtown Vancouver · 198 tips and reviews

Richard L.Richard Loat: Don't forget to get your "Go Canucks Go" in!

Edgewater Casino is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

16. Edgewater Casino

39 Smithe St (in Plaza of Nations), Vancouver, BC
Casino · Yaletown · 14 tips and reviews

Pitch RyderPitch Ryder: Blackjack is the game. Good luck!

Science World at TELUS World of Science is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

17. Science World at TELUS World of Science

8.6
1455 Quebec Street (at Terminal Avenue), Vancouver, BC
Science Museum · Downtown Vancouver · 71 tips and reviews

WhistlerBlackcomb MountainWhistlerBlackcomb Mountain: Great place to learn about everything from bugs to static electricity.

Chinatown is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

18. Chinatown

6.6
Vancouver, BC
Neighborhood · 16 tips and reviews

Carmen C.Carmen Chu: Next up, a stroll through historic Chinatown where I grew up! There are open markets, unique clothing boutiques, tea shops, and much more to see.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

19. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

7.8
578 Carrall St (btwn E Pender & Keefer), Vancouver, BC
Garden · Downtown Vancouver · 55 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: One of the first traditional Chinese gardens built outside of China. Both the garden and the adjacent Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park are worth visiting. Read more.

Save On Meats is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

20. Save On Meats

7.5
43 Hastings St W (btwn Abbott & Carrall), Vancouver, BC
Diner · Gastown · 91 tips and reviews

Metro NewsMetro News: Well, we weren't mourning the loss of this legendary institution for long. Brought back to a much greener life by Mark Brand, the burgers are as mouth-watering as ever. Read our full review. Read more.

Tojo's Restaurant is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

21. Tojo's Restaurant

6.1
1133 W Broadway (btwn Spruce and Alder), Vancouver, BC
Sushi Restaurant · Fairview · 44 tips and reviews

Paul B.Paul Belserene: Put yourself in the chef's hands. This is not your ordinary sushi spot. Cooked dishes are awesome and the best isn't on the menu. You get what you pay for ( a lot)

Vij’s is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

22. Vij’s

1480 W 11th Ave (btwn Granville & Hemlock), Vancouver, BC
Indian Restaurant · Fairview · 83 tips and reviews

Sotheby's International Realty CanadaSotheby's International Realty Canada: No reservations, always a line-up but worth the wait. The lamb popsicles in fenugreek creamy curry sauce are a must-try- it's one of Vij's signature dishes.

Wreck Beach is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

23. Wreck Beach

8.7
6539 NW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC
Beach · 36 tips and reviews

Dave M.Dave Mc: Main trail stairs: turn right if you like a laid back vibe, turn left for more activity. If you are hung up with nudity go to Kits

UBC Museum of Anthropology is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

24. UBC Museum of Anthropology

8.8
6393 NW Marine Dr (at West Mall), Vancouver, BC
History Museum · University of British Columbia · 54 tips and reviews

Hostelling InternationalHostelling International: The Museum of Anthropology at UBC was fantastic, be ready to enjoy a nice stroll across the campus - Veronuica (USA)

Spanish Banks is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

25. Spanish Banks

9.4
4707 NW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC
Beach · 24 tips and reviews

Grace C.Grace Carter: At low tide, walk west of the anchor along the shore for your own private beach!

The Naam Restaurant is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

26. The Naam Restaurant

8.1
2724 W 4th Ave (at Stephens St), Vancouver, BC
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · 81 tips and reviews
The Eatery is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

27. The Eatery

7.5
3431 W Broadway (btwn Collingwood & Waterloo St), Vancouver, BC
Japanese Restaurant · Kitsilano · 68 tips and reviews

Bryan C.Bryan Clark: Funky sushi. Good regular sushi but they also have a KFC roll. Get a Sake Bomb.

Kitsilano Beach is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

28. Kitsilano Beach

9.4
Cornwall Ave (at Yew St), Vancouver, BC
Beach · 74 tips and reviews

Taylor L.Taylor Loren: Ranked the sexiest beach in North America, it's definitely my favourite in Vancouver. Adequare sand/grass mix and shade available (and a pool)

Granville Island is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

29. Granville Island

(Cartwright St.), Vancouver, BC
Island · 66 tips and reviews

Sandy W.Sandy Wakeling: From the market, to the brewery, to the restaurants, and the kids park, a truly fantastic place. Take the water taxi to access from the east side of False Creek or Science World. Read more.

Bloedel Floral Conservatory is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

30. Bloedel Floral Conservatory

9.0
Queen Elizabeth Park, Vancouver, BC
Garden · Riley Park · 10 tips and reviews

Sandy W.Sandy Wakeling: A beautiful tropical paradise in the midst of Queen Elizabeth Park. Read more.

Whytecliff Park is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

31. Whytecliff Park

9.0
7120 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC
Park · Horseshoe Bay · 13 tips and reviews

Tomasz W.Tomasz Wagner: Make dinner and watch the sunset here

Lighthouse Park is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

32. Lighthouse Park

8.8
Beacon Lane (at Marine Dr), West Vancouver, BC
Park · Caulfeild · 19 tips and reviews

33. Cypress Mountain Lookout

9.4
6000 Cypress Bowl Rd, Vancouver, BC
Scenic Lookout · 11 tips and reviews

Christel B.Christel Berg: Stunning Views. there are no words.

Salmon House on the Hill is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

34. Salmon House on the Hill

8.6
2229 Folkestone Way, West Vancouver, BC
Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews

Valerie U.Valerie Urban: Omg the view!!!

Ambleside Park is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

35. Ambleside Park

9.0
Marine Drive (at 13th St), West Vancouver, BC
Park · Ambleside · 12 tips and reviews

BarryBarry: Lean up against a log they are all over

Capilano Suspension Bridge is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

36. Capilano Suspension Bridge

9.0
3735 Capilano Road (Edgemont Blvd), North Vancouver, BC
Bridge · Capilano · 190 tips and reviews

Eric M.Eric M: Place = amazing. I fear heights, but other than 1st time across bridge, I didn't even flinch.More awestruck by the beauty.Definitely do the bridge, the Treetops Adventure AND the Cliffwalk.

Grouse Gondola is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

37. Grouse Gondola

9.3
6400 Nancy Greene Way (None), North Vancouver, BC
Ski Chairlift · 12 tips and reviews

Yumi A.Yumi Ang: If you're wondering why you might be riding in the dark... It's a better view at night, and there were complaints from the Island from lit gondolas in the past.

Lonsdale Quay Market is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

38. Lonsdale Quay Market

8.7
123 Carrie Cates Court (near Esplanade & Lonsdale), North Vancouver, BC
Market · 36 tips and reviews

Vancouver Convention CentreVancouver Convention Centre: Head to the North Shore to Lonsdsale Quay Market for a fresh food market, specialty shops and delicious eateries. Hop on the SeaBus from Waterfront Station and you’ll be there within 15 minutes.

Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

39. Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge

3663 Park Road (Peters Road), North Vancouver, BC
Bridge · 31 tips and reviews

Elora B.Elora B: Be safe near this beautiful & powerful river.

Deep Cove is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

40. Deep Cove

North Vancouver, BC
Neighborhood · 22 tips and reviews

Vancouver Convention CentreVancouver Convention Centre: The village of Deep Cove is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast. Hike the Baden-Powell Trail or kayak in the Indian Arm. Be sure to cap off your adventure at the Arms Reach Bistro on the waterfront.

Playland is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

41. Playland

7.6
2901 E Hastings St (at Renfrew St), Vancouver, BC
Amusement Park · Hastings-Sunrise · 29 tips and reviews

JenJen: Go to Playland and go on the the World's Oldest Wooden Roller Coaster ride!

The Fair at the PNE is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

42. The Fair at the PNE

8.3
2901 East Hastings St (at Renfrew St), Vancouver, BC
Fair · Hastings-Sunrise · 46 tips and reviews

@gracecheung604@gracecheung604: I had my first corn dog here. Pork Belly Sliders from Roaming Dragon are a treat. And they have deep fried oreos, jelly beans and butter. And of course, the mini-donuts! Read more.

Burnaby Mountain Park is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

43. Burnaby Mountain Park

9.1
100-300 Centennial Way (nr Burnaby Mountain Pkwy), Burnaby, BC
Park · Burnaby Mountain · 8 tips and reviews

ClearlyContacts.caClearlyContacts.ca: Most beautiful at night, park your car and enjoy the view of glowing Vancouver lights. Up for a walk? Walk towards the edge of the park to view Burrard Inlet.

Burnaby Village Museum is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

44. Burnaby Village Museum

7.2
6501 Deer Lake Ave (at Canada Way), Burnaby, BC
History Museum · 16 tips and reviews

Sarah Y.Sarah Yungwirth: RIDE THE CAROUSEL! So worth it, even when you're 20. Trust me

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

45. Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

8.1
3211 Grant McConachie Way, Richmond, BC
International Airport · 712 tips and reviews

Rebecca B.Rebecca Bollwitt: Head to the Observation Area in the domestic terminal to watch the planes land & read up on YVR's history

River Rock Casino Resort is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

46. River Rock Casino Resort

7.2
8811 River Road, Richmond, BC
Casino · Bridgeport · 44 tips and reviews

Wendy B.Wendy Barron: Go to the River Rock to see a show in the show theatre. It's intimate, and the acoustics are brilliant. Read more.

Summer Night Market is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

47. Summer Night Market

12631 Vulcan Way (behind Home Depot), Richmond, BC
Night Market · Bridgeport · 32 tips and reviews

C.C. ♡.C.C. ♡お兄ちゃん: Wonderful place to snack if you'd like to go indulge in the many stalls of (mostly deep fried) food. Lovely atmosphere - merchandise prices are hiked, though. Be careful what you buy!

Buntzen Lake is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

48. Buntzen Lake

9.3
Park Access Road, Anmore/Belcarra, BC
Lake · 10 tips and reviews

Mary S.Mary Sheridan: Great place for an easy day hike

Metropolis at Metrotown is one of The best spots in Vancouver, BC! #4sqCities.

49. Metropolis at Metrotown

8.1
4700 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC
Shopping Mall · 116 tips and reviews