Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
Hotel Europe
Find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Hotel Europe. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Imagine you are in Suzhou, China in this beautifully created urban oasis where architecture, rocks, plants and water provide a peaceful, harmonious setting.
Maple Tree Square
You can find out about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Maple Tree Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Rickshaw Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Rickshaw Theatre during your stay in Vancouver. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Ballantyne Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Ballantyne Cruise Terminal. Amble within Chinatown or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Vancouver Canucks Ice Hockey Game at Rogers Arena
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown Eastside Hotel Deals
Keefer House
Very friendly and attentive staff - convenient parkade accross street - easy access to shopping, restaurants, venues etc. - very nice accomodations and comfortable beds - clean and quiet. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Clean, quiet and fast service. Shuttle drivers were both great and trained well.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
River Rock Casino Resort
Great amenities. Pool and hot tub. Staff knowledgeable and helpful
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Excellent Location, good value for price and awesome dining and breakfast options.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
The Burrard
Great Hotel! We will be back!!!!!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Fairmont Waterfront
Clean room
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eastside
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Rickshaw Theatre and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
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 Chinatown Millennium Gate and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium 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.
Strathcona
You'll enjoy the cafes and shopping in Strathcona. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street or Jimi Hendrix Shrine.
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.
Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Vancouver, British Columbia
- Which hotel chains are in Downtown Eastside?
- More holiday ideas
- Hotel Europe
- Gassy Jack Statue
- Chinese Cultural Centre Museum and Archive
- The Rennie Collection
- BC Place Stadium
- University of British Columbia
- Stanley Park
- Robson Street
- Rogers Arena
- Cypress Mountain
- Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Granville Street
- Pacific Coliseum
- Metropolis at Metrotown
- English Bay Beach
