Central Vancouver Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a distinctive curved building with a wooden facade.
A waterfront cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina with boats, and autumn-colored trees.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a roundabout.
A waterfront cityscape with a large Ferris wheel and a stadium.
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Stay near popular Central Vancouver attractions

A waterfront promenade with modern buildings, a glass structure, and a sign indicating Canada Place.

Canada Place

9.0/10 (15,197 reviews)
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
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Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Tickets

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

NZ$100
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Vancouver to Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour

From Vancouver: Full-Day Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour

NZ$313
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Vancouver: Full-Day Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

NZ$20
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Capilano Suspension Bridge

Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge

NZ$244
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge
FlyOver Canada - Vancouver

Flyover in Vancouver

NZ$37
per adult
Flyover in Vancouver
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

NZ$12
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
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Our pick of the best Central Vancouver Hotel Deals

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W Vancouver BC
The price is NZ$489 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$489
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (9,318 reviews)
"Hotel was great and the newly renovated rooms were nice"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pan Pacific Vancouver

Pan Pacific Vancouver

4.5 out of 5
999 Canada Pl Vancouver BC
The price is NZ$899 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$899
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,104 reviews)
"Really kind and helpful staff! Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Pan Pacific Vancouver
The Parker Hotel and Rooftop

The Parker Hotel and Rooftop

4 out of 5
1379 Howe St Vancouver BC
The price is NZ$366 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$366
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,316 reviews)
"I booked this hotel to attend the World Cup game with my daughter. The hotel was a pleasant surprise. Very nice, modern and most of all great value. It included a very good free breakfast as well. We dined at not rooftop bar for dinner and it also was great value for their golden hour happy ..."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

The Parker Hotel and Rooftop
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)

Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)

2.5 out of 5
733 Beatty Street Vancouver BC
The price is NZ$307 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$307
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
The Burrard

The Burrard

3 out of 5
1100 Burrard Street Vancouver BC
The price is NZ$454 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$454
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,030 reviews)
"Drg"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

The Burrard
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

4.5 out of 5
900 West Georgia St Vancouver BC
The price is NZ$722 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$722
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,710 reviews)
"Luxury hotel!"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Vancouver

Find the best Central Vancouver areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Lower Lonsdale

While visiting Lower Lonsdale, you might make a stop by sights like The Shipyards and Lonsdale Quay Market.

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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.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina with boats, and mountains in the background.

West Side

While you're in West Side, take in top sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden or South Granville, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King Edward Station or Oakridge-41st Avenue Station.

A waterfront cityscape with a large Ferris wheel and a stadium.
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East Vancouver

While you're in East Vancouver, take in top sights like Port of Vancouver or Commercial Drive, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nanaimo Station or 29th Avenue Station.

Central Vancouver Travel Guide

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