10 Days in Vancouver: A Journey of Coffee, Culture, and Natural Beauty

Ehsan Jalilzade

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Vancouver, BC, Canada, filled with vibrant coffee shops, stunning gardens, world-class museums, and breathtaking parks. Experience the city's diverse culinary scene and immerse yourself in its natural wonders. Join me as I explore the best of Vancouver!

Trip to Vancouver

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Gardens, and Gastronomy

$134

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

9 - 14 min

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Interactive science displays & films for kids from toddlers to early teens, inside a geodesic dome.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$31

10 - 15 min

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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

Water, plants & rocks are arranged according to Taoist principles to create a serene space.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$31

2 - 3 min

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east/west/eat/drink

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 2Roasters, Parks, and Japanese Delights

$103

$ 12

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$25

1 - 2 min

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Built in 1977, this well-known, antique-style clock is powered by steam & whistles to tell the time.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Popular city park with a lake, off-leash dog area, farmers' market & sports facilities.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Large city green space with walking trails, a golf course, a swimming pool & sports facilities.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$39

8 - 10 min

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Scenic picnic areas & lakeside trails leading to the Burnaby Art Gallery & other attractions.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Day 3Tapas, Museums, and Urban Elegance

$129

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

7 - 9 min

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Period costumed townsfolk & a carousel are highlights of this living museum of a 1920s village.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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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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$23

2 - 3 min

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At Bel Café you’ll find a range of expertly prepared delicacies paired with intelligent, friendly service, in a chic and inviting setting.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$46

4 - 6 min

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Shop, dine and unwind in the heart of downtown. This Vancouver restaurant location features a spacious lounge, dining room and patio, all in a warm modern industrial setting. It is the perfect backdrop when enjoying our globally inspired menu and handcrafted cocktails.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 4Sushi, Suspension Bridges, and Nature's Splendor

$181

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

13 - 20 min

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Built in 1889, this 137m-long treetop bridge offers scenic views of the forest below.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$68

5 - 6 min

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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

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$49

Day 5Italian Cuisine, Beaches, and Mountain Adventures

$100

$ 7

The neighbourhood restaurant the neighbours don't want you to know about.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$29

7 - 10 min

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Beach with view of Stanley Park, equipped with a dog park, water park, sports fields & picnic areas.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Large year-round destination for skiing, snowboarding & tubing, plus hiking, biking & more.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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The Beach House Restaurant boasts a sophisticated dining room, heated beachside patio + private room. Each one offering guests spectacular views

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$31

5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

Day 6Sushi Delights, Quay Markets, and Majestic Bridges

$119

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

7 - 10 min

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Sizable, waterfront marketplace with unique retailers, food vendors & cafes, plus a boutique hotel.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Scenic canyon with a suspension bridge in a 617-acre forest with hiking trails & swimming holes.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$49

Day 7Delis, Markets, and Oceanfront Bliss

$165

$ 7

Follow your nose in the Public Market to the heavenly smell of fried onions and you’ll find the best sausage hot dogs in town! From European wieners to spicy bratwurst, Kaisereck Delicatessen has sausages that can appease any dog lover!

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

1 - 2 min

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Popular indoor market with restaurants, bars & cafes, plus gourmet food stalls & artisan boutiques.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Bustling beach with volleyball courts, plus a concession stand & the Cactus Club Cafe for food.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Popular kid-friendly attraction showcases local & exotic aquatic life with a focus on conservation.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$44

11 - 14 min

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Sitting atop the waters of Vancouver’s Coal Harbour Marina, Cardero's offers spectacular waterfront dining, from the main dining room, their casual Live Bait Marine Pub, to the stunning outdoor patio.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$47

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$46

Day 8Vegetarian Delights, Conservatories, and Beachside Serenity

$125

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$31

6 - 8 min

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Lush, glass-domed aviary with 200+ exotic birds & 500+ unique plants set high above the park.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Scenic stretch of sand & lawn with a playground, tennis courts & a heated outdoor saltwater pool.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Large Arthur Erickson–designed museum at UBC devoted to cultural artifacts from around the world.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$23

8 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$35

8 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

Day 9Craft Brews, Parks, and Sushi Fusion

$111

$ 7

Stanley Park Brewing Restaurant & Brewpub

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

7 - 9 min

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Vancouver's largest urban park has beaches, trails & family attractions, plus a picturesque seawall.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Rugged-terrain forest with groomed trails, old-growth cedar & fir trees, a lighthouse & city views.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$47

Day 10Bistros, Gardens, and Panoramic Views

$120

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

5 - 6 min

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Sandy beach & grassy picnic fields on English Bay, with sports courts & the Jericho Sailing Centre.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Space with ever-changing greenery, flowers & art installations plus fine dining & a casual cafe.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$14

6 - 8 min

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Poised at the peak of Queen Elizabeth Park, this glass-wrapped restaurant offers stunning views of Vancouver’s shimmering city skyline and North Shore Mountains. Seasons is a ‘must see’ for the visiting guest and a ‘best kept secret’ for locals.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$37

3 - 4 min

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