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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Vancouver [2025]
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The Butchart Gardens
4.6
/5
278 reviews
6.9
Based on 11,796 reviews
81.8 km from downtown
Phone +12506524422
Address: 800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J8, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Centennial Garden: National Historic Site
Summer night lights enchantment show
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It is worth a visit. The garden has different flowers all year round and the scenery is beautiful, especially in spring. It is recommended to go there in the morning when there will be fewer tourists and it takes about an hour and a half to play. Parking is free in the garden.
The Butchart Gardens is a must-see attraction in Victoria. The ticket price is nearly $40. It has a history of more than 100 years and is still owned and maintained by the Butchart family. Although the garden is full of exotic flowers and plants, it still requires a lot of manual maintenance, such as watering, fertilizing, and removing withered flowers. The garden is divided into a sunken garden, a rose garden, a Japanese garden, a Mediterranean garden, etc. None of them are large, but they are very distinctive.
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Victoria’s Inner Harbour
4.4
/5
66 reviews
6.7
Based on 5,382 reviews
Downtown Victoria | 95.3 km from downtown
Phone +12509532033
Address: Victoria, BC V8W 3M6, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.5-3 hours
Highlights:
Canadian wildlife recreated beautifully
360° view of harbor & mountains
28% positive reviews
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Victoria's Inner Harbour is an iconic attraction in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, with picturesque scenery and vitality. Surrounded by historic buildings, such as the magnificent Parliament Buildings and the classic Fairmont Empress Hotel, the harbor is lit up at night and is romantic and charming. Visitors can explore the bay by small ferries or whale watching boats to feel the ocean. The coastal walkway is bustling with street performers, local food stalls and handicraft markets. The harbor festivals in summer are rich, and the fireworks show is particularly exciting. The surrounding museums and cafes provide cultural and leisure experiences, suitable for family outings. However, during the peak season, the crowds are dense and parking is a little inconvenient. In short, the Inner Harbour is the core of Victoria that cannot be missed, perfectly combining natural beauty and urban charm.
45 minutes drive from British Columbia to Vancouver ferry. very nice view on the way to Victoria.( BC capital)
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Sea to Sky Gondola
4.8
/5
29 reviews
6.6
From PHP 3135.91
Based on 2,266 reviews
46.1 km from downtown
Phone +16048922550
Address: 36800 BC-99, Squamish, BC V8B 0B6, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-2 hours
Highlights:
Enjoy 360° sky, mountains & ocean
Admire climbers conquering Squamish Peak
70% positive reviews
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This was an incredible experience! The views eating lunch at the top were amazing. Looking down over the lake and mountain ranges. The suspension bridge was incredible! This is a must do experience. There is a cafe with grab and go items and a restaurant at the top. There are shops both at the top and bottom of the gondola with fun items!The ride isn't for those with height fears as the gondola does jerk and shift throughout the ride. The hike might be more height fear friendly.its nice trip
It's worth it to take the gondola: not only is the mountain big and steep but the gondola passes right over fabulous rocks and the view is amazing. Trails at the top are great, especially the Panorama Trail. Swinging Bridge is fun too. The view from the mountain top is amazing, particularly of the Howe Sound Sea below and the surrounding mountains. There are trails to follow, a panoramic viewing deck, a suspension bridge, a restaurant with a souvenir shop. All worth to see. Recomended
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Burnaby Mountain Park
4.5
/5
58 reviews
6.4
Based on 339 reviews
13.2 km from downtown
Phone +16042947450
Address: 100 Centennial Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 4V2, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
360° view of Vancouver skyline
Sunset & city lights view
31% positive reviews
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Standing on the top of the park, you can see downtown Burnaby and the mountains in the distance, as well as downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge. The park is rich in vegetation, and you can smell the fresh air of the pine forest while walking along the forest trails. The park is famous for the Kamui Mintara sculptures created by Japanese sculptor Nuburi Toko and his son, which symbolize the harmonious unity of humans, animals, nature and God. The sculpture group consists of 29 hand-carved logs with animal images such as brown bears, owls, salmon and killer whales engraved on them.
This free attraction in Vancouver offers a panoramic view of the magnificent mountains, sea and city. The numerous totem poles are a highlight and a great place for tourists to take photos and check in. It is suitable for self-driving and has free parking.
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Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
4.5
/5
35 reviews
5.9
Based on 1,091 reviews
Chinatown | 94.3 km from downtown
Address: 500 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Hometown-style shops & restaurants
Chinatown gate & ancient architecture
28% positive reviews
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Victoria was the last stop on our Alaskan cruise, and we only had around three hours to explore the city. We found some walking trails from the cruise ship terminal towards downtown and Chinatown (Canada’s oldest), where we grabbed a late night bubble tea snack before heading back to the ship.
Canada is also a place where many Chinese people live. The entire Chinatown is quite huge. Chinese characters are all on the streets. It is also a place with a century-old history. You can also buy some big and good things in Chinatown.
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Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
4.7
/5
103 reviews
5.9
Downtown Victoria | 95.4 km from downtown
Phone +12503873046
Address: 501 Belleville St., Victoria, BC V8V 2H2, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
Highlights:
Parliament lit by thousands lights
3000+ bulbs illuminate building nightly
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The British Columbia Parliament Building is located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. It is the seat of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. The neo-baroque building is located on Belleville Street, facing the Inner Harbour, and is the most famous landmark in Victoria.
The Parliament Building is also the center of the city. You can see very good facilities in many places of this building. There is also a huge square garden structure in front. The overall condition of the Parliament Building is also quite good and it is very suitable for a visit.
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UBC Rose Garden
4.5
/5
33 reviews
5.7
Based on 32 reviews
10.4 km from downtown
Phone +16048226000
Address: 6301 Crescent Rd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
32% positive reviews
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I came to downtown Vancouver and the University of British Columbia in winter this time. I felt that it was still a very livable city and a very beautiful university. However, if you have a choice, it is recommended to travel in summer. Some places where beggars gather are still a beautiful sight as always. The quiet and peaceful beggars show the city's tolerance for these unfortunate groups.
The Rose Garden at Columbia University is a beautiful landscape that you can visit. There are quite a lot of roses and the scenery in the garden is also very beautiful. This landscape is very suitable for visiting and you can see many wonderful roses.
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Deer Lake Park
4.7
/5
20 reviews
5.5
Based on 269 reviews
11.2 km from downtown
Phone +16042947450
Address: 5435 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC V5E 2L8, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Urban oasis: peace & nature
Blooming flowers & vibrant scenery
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If you are looking for a good place to relax around Vancouver, Deer Lake Park in Burnaby is definitely worth a visit! It is like a paradise in the city, with beautiful lakes and mountains.
There is a flat wooden boardwalk around the lake, which is perfect for walking, jogging, or enjoying nature with children and pets. The lake is sparkling, seagulls and mallards are playing in the water, and snow-capped mountains are looming in the distance. The park is free, the lawn is suitable for picnics, and kayaks can be rented on the lake. In spring, flowers are in full bloom, rhododendrons are particularly romantic, and outdoor concerts in summer are even more lively. Especially in autumn, Deer Lake is even more beautiful, and it is a great place to enjoy maple leaves around Vancouver. Parking at Deer Lake is also very convenient, highly recommended!
Burnaby's city lake is full of scenery and is a natural oxygen bar suitable for hiking. In early autumn in September, the leaves begin to turn red, various plants and flowers, squirrels are busy foraging, geese are leisurely basking in the sun, and mallards are playing in groups.
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Steveston Fisherman's Wharf
4.8
/5
26 reviews
5.3
16.1 km from downtown
Phone +16042725539
Address: 3800 Bayview St, Richmond, BC V7E 6K7, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
360° Fraser River sunset views
Fresh seafood: affordable & plentiful
71% positive reviews
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Fisherman's Wharf is a famous place in Vancouver. Many hotels and wharves in China often refer to this name. Fisherman's Wharf has been the living place of local fishermen since a long time ago. The activities on the wharf are also very good, and you can see many ships and things.
The rich marine resources make Fisherman's Wharf famous. Whenever fishing boats dock, Fisherman's Wharf becomes bustling. The fishing boats are small and only operate offshore. The decks of the fishing boats are stalls, and a few tarpaulins are set up to block rain, sun and wind. Boats loaded with fresh seafood are moored at the wharf. Fishermen pile the caught fish, shrimps, crabs, etc. on the fishing boats for you to choose. The trick to buying seafood here is to compare more. It is no wonder that many Vancouver residents always drive here to buy seafood.
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Okanagan Lake
4.7
/5
23 reviews
5.2
>100 km from downtown
Phone +12504698500
Address: British Columbia, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Year-round lake for skiing & watersports
Water sports: wakeboarding & surfing
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Lake Okinagan is located in Kirona, not far from Vancouver. The lake scenery here is very beautiful, especially in summer, which attracts a large number of tourists. Winter here is not very cold in Canada, and lakes generally do not freeze. Legend has it that water monsters live in the lake. If you have the privilege of taking pictures of water monsters, you can get huge bonuses. Kirona itself is also a city worth visiting and suitable for life. There are many delicious restaurants here. It's worth recommending.
Okanagan Lake is a great place to watch the sunset! Beautiful, so beautiful!
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