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6 Days in Vancouver: A Journey of Discovery

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17 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant city of Vancouver. Explore historic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and bask in the natural beauty of this coastal gem. Join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Vancouver, one day at a time.

Trip to Vancouver

Day 1Time Travel in Gastown and Coastal Wonders
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$113

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$ 14

Gastown Steam Clock
Built in 1977, this well-known, antique-style clock is powered by steam & whistles to tell the time.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Vancouver Maritime Museum
Museum charting the story of Pacific & Arctic waterways, with exhibits & an Arctic exploration ship.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$45
8 - 11 min

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Kitsilano Beach Park
Scenic stretch of sand & lawn with a playground, tennis courts & a heated outdoor saltwater pool.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Museum of Anthropology at UBC
Large Arthur Erickson–designed museum at UBC devoted to cultural artifacts from around the world.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$68
Day 2Sky-high Views and Botanical Delights
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$207

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$ 21

Vancouver Lookout
Sightseers ascend this tower in a glass elevator to an observation deck with 360° views of the city.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$75
7 - 9 min

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Roedde House Museum
This restored, late-Victorian home with tours depicts life at the turn of the 19th century.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$45
12 - 15 min

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Granville Island Public Market
Popular indoor market with restaurants, bars & cafes, plus gourmet food stalls & artisan boutiques.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
Museum with space-related games & hands-on exhibits, plus a planetarium & an adjacent observatory.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$45
17 - 21 min

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UBC Botanical Garden
A vast botanical garden with plant life from local rainforests, Asia & global alpine regions.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$41
Day 3Zen Gardens and Artistic Marvels
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$113

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$ 7

Nitobe Memorial Garden
Serene Japanese manicured park with water features plus traditional tea ceremonies at the teahouse.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Contemporary Art Gallery
Independent nonprofit public gallery with contemporary works by local & international artists.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Vancouver Art Gallery
Gallery known for its touring exhibits, work by local artists (like Emily Carr) & photo collection.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$68
3 - 4 min

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Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art
Space that exhibits sculptures, carvings & more by Bill Reid & other Northwest Coast artists.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$45
Day 4Gardens, Science, and Serenity
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$162

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$ 21

VanDusen Botanical Garden
Space with ever-changing greenery, flowers & art installations plus fine dining & a casual cafe.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$41
6 - 8 min

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Bloedel Conservatory
Lush, glass-domed aviary with 200+ exotic birds & 500+ unique plants set high above the park.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$26
16 - 20 min

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Science World
Interactive science displays & films for kids from toddlers to early teens, inside a geodesic dome.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$94
19 - 23 min

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Deer Lake Park
Scenic picnic areas & lakeside trails leading to the Burnaby Art Gallery & other attractions.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Living History and Suspension Bridge Thrills
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$203

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$ 21

Burnaby Village Museum
Period costumed townsfolk & a carousel are highlights of this living museum of a 1920s village.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
Scenic canyon with a suspension bridge in a 617-acre forest with hiking trails & swimming holes.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Cleveland Dam
Long-running dam with a 200-ft. spillway & hatchery in a verdant setting with trails & vistas.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Built in 1889, this 137m-long treetop bridge offers scenic views of the forest below.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$203
Day 6Nature's Paradise and Market Magic
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$132

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$ 14

Stanley Park
Vancouver's largest urban park has beaches, trails & family attractions, plus a picturesque seawall.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Vancouver Aquarium
Popular kid-friendly attraction showcases local & exotic aquatic life with a focus on conservation.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$131
20 - 24 min

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Lonsdale Quay Market
Sizable, waterfront marketplace with unique retailers, food vendors & cafes, plus a boutique hotel.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1021 In total

Activities & Food:$927
Transport:$95