9 Days in Vancouver: A Journey of Nature, Culture, and Culinary Delights

Claudia Dominguez

7 Dec 2023

Embark on a 9-day adventure to Vancouver, BC, Canada, where you'll immerse yourself in stunning natural landscapes, explore captivating museums, and savor mouthwatering cuisine. From beachside bliss to suspension bridge thrills, this itinerary offers a perfect blend of excitement and relaxation.

Trip to Vancouver

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beachside Bliss and Historic Charm

$160

$ 14

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Museum charting the story of Pacific & Arctic waterways, with exhibits & an Arctic exploration ship.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

14 - 17 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Pourhouse Restaurant is located in Historic Gastown, just SE of the Steam Clock, in Vancouver, BC. Please visit our website to view the menu and all additional information. See you soon!

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 2Unveiling Ancient Cultures and Celestial Wonders

$231

$ 14

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$45

19 - 23 min

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Museum with space-related games & hands-on exhibits, plus a planetarium & an adjacent observatory.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

10 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$78

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$78

Day 3Tranquil Gardens and Culinary Delights

$188

$ 14

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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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

4 - 5 min

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A vast botanical garden with plant life from local rainforests, Asia & global alpine regions.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$28

18 - 22 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

16 - 23 min

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Vancouver's best FISH Restaurant is located in the heart of Granville Island. Join us all week long for fresh seafood and live music!

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$92

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 4Suspension Bridge Thrills and Fusion Feasts

$285

$ 18

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$135

5 - 6 min

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Long-running dam with a 200-ft. spillway & hatchery in a verdant setting with trails & vistas.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$68

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$82

Day 5Exploring Nature's Paradise and Local Markets

$134

$ 14

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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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

13 - 16 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 6Underwater Wonders and Indigenous Art

$292

$ 14

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$88

27 - 33 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

24 - 29 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.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$30

3 - 4 min

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Cactus Club Cafe is the leading casual fine dining restaurant concept in Canada. Text like cactusclubcafe to 32665 to join us on Facebook.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$80

4 - 6 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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$94

Day 7Breathtaking Views and Artistic Inspirations

$281

$ 5

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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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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$50

9 - 14 min

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Gallery known for its touring exhibits, work by local artists (like Emily Carr) & photo collection.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$45

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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$94

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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$92

Day 8Science Marvels and Botanical Beauty

$218

$ 14

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$63

10 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$18

3 - 4 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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$70

13 - 20 min

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