Central Vancouver Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Canada Place
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
Vancouver Waterfront
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Vancouver Waterfront. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Port of Vancouver
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Port of Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Vancouver Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Vancouver Convention Centre during your trip to Vancouver. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
BC Place Stadium
Catch an event at BC Place Stadium during your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Best of Vancouver City Half Day Tour
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Central Vancouver Hotel Deals
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Excellent location for walking to the Convention Centre and along the Harbour front. Skytrain station within walking distance. Clean room and friendly staff. Good security. Felt safe as a solo guest.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Great rooms, convenient location, good food
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Great hotel to stay at in Vancouver. Ideal location and nice rooms with good fridge tea and coffee facilities as well as bottled water daily
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
We travelled with our family with 4 rooms booked at this hotel. From the outside the hotel is beautiful but on the inside the building has an odd layout and kind of confusing when you are trying to get to where you need to go. The staff were not super welcoming. My mother’s room had a drug baggie ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
Clean, tidy room. TV was very old and bad. It's definitely a sacrifice to not have your own bathroom or shower, but the savings in price was worth it to me for this trip.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Moda Hotel
The staff were always friendly and helpful. Room was clean and fresh. Great location and price. I would stay here again
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Vancouver Waterfront are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Hotel Europe.
Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
Yaletown
Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Vancouver False Creek Seawall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Main Street and Chinese Cultural Centre Museum and Archive, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
West End
The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.
