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10 Days in Vancouver: A Journey of Nature and Adventure

Nancy Vanessa Melchor Cano

Nancy Vanessa Melchor Cano

20 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Vancouver, where stunning natural landscapes meet exhilarating attractions. Explore the city's iconic parks, immerse yourself in vibrant culture, and experience heart-pounding amusement parks. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

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Day 1Unleashing Curiosity at Science World and Discovering Tranquility at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden
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$185

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$ 18

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Science World
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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$125
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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$60
Day 2Embracing Nature's Beauty at John Hendry Park, Central Park, and Deer Lake Park, and Soaring to New Heights at Vancouver Lookout
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$100

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$ 45

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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John Hendry Park (Trout Lake Park)
Popular city park with a lake, off-leash dog area, farmers' market & sports facilities.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Central Park
Large city green space with walking trails, a golf course, a swimming pool & sports facilities.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Deer Lake Park
Scenic picnic areas & lakeside trails leading to the Burnaby Art Gallery & other attractions.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Vancouver Lookout
Sightseers ascend this tower in a glass elevator to an observation deck with 360° views of the city.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$100
Day 3Experiencing Thrills and Laughter at Playland Amusement Park
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$190

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$ 18

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Playland Amusement Park
Amusement park with traditional rides open seasonally, plus haunted/terror rides in October.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$190
Day 4Stepping Back in Time at Burnaby Village Museum and Immersing in Art at Vancouver Art Gallery
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$90

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$ 18

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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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
24 - 29 min

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Vancouver Art Gallery
Gallery known for its touring exhibits, work by local artists (like Emily Carr) & photo collection.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$90
Day 5Conquering the Capilano Suspension Bridge, Admiring the Cleveland Dam, and Relaxing at Ambleside Park
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$270

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$ 36

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
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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$270
5 - 6 min

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Cleveland Dam
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
13 - 16 min

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Ambleside Park | West Vancouver
Beach with view of Stanley Park, equipped with a dog park, water park, sports fields & picnic areas.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Conquering the Slopes at Cypress Mountain and Crossing the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
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$0

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$ 27

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Cypress Mountain
Large year-round destination for skiing, snowboarding & tubing, plus hiking, biking & more.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
35 - 42 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Exploring Local Delights at Lonsdale Quay Market and Diving into Marine Wonders at Vancouver Aquarium
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$175

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$ 27

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Lonsdale Quay Market
Sizable, waterfront marketplace with unique retailers, food vendors & cafes, plus a boutique hotel.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Vancouver Aquarium
Popular kid-friendly attraction showcases local & exotic aquatic life with a focus on conservation.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$175
Day 8Indulging in Culinary Delights at Granville Island Public Market, Discovering Tropical Paradise at Bloedel Conservatory, and Unwinding at David Lam Park
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$35

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$ 27

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Granville Island Public Market
Popular indoor market with restaurants, bars & cafes, plus gourmet food stalls & artisan boutiques.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Bloedel Conservatory
Lush, glass-domed aviary with 200+ exotic birds & 500+ unique plants set high above the park.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$35
15 - 18 min

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David Lam Park
Relaxed park with sport courts, playgrounds & a spacious grassy area, plus skyline & water views.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 9Soaking Up the Sun at Kitsilano Beach Park, Discovering Majestic Lighthouses at Lighthouse Park, and Roaming the Iconic Stanley Park
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$0

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$ 36

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Kitsilano Beach Park
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
38 - 46 min

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Lighthouse Park | West Vancouver
Rugged-terrain forest with groomed trails, old-growth cedar & fir trees, a lighthouse & city views.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Stanley Park
Vancouver's largest urban park has beaches, trails & family attractions, plus a picturesque seawall.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 10Reveling in Nature's Splendor at VanDusen Botanical Garden, Uncovering Cultural Treasures at the Museum of Anthropology at UBC, and Relaxing at Jericho Beach Park
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$145

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$ 36

Century Plaza Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

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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$55
17 - 21 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$90
10 - 12 min

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Jericho Beach Park
Sandy beach & grassy picnic fields on English Bay, with sports courts & the Jericho Sailing Centre.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1478 In total

Activities & Food:$1190
Transport:$288