West Central Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Central Valley
Popular places to visit

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.

Stanley Park
A favourite spot with locals, wander along forest trails, join in with beach activities or simply enjoy the beautiful gardens in this popular park.

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.

University of British Columbia
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of British Columbia, a top university in Vancouver. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops 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

Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

From Vancouver: Full-Day Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour

VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

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

Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket

Best of Vancouver City Half Day Tour
Our pick of the best West Central Valley Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Room ( 1King size) had a good view of the harbour.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Everything was excellent. Staff are so helpful. Love concierge. So helpful!!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
As described - Simple rooms but spotless/super clean. Crisp, clean, and comfortable bed, 10/10.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

River Rock Casino Resort
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Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver
I didn't have breakfast
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Perfect for pre and post cruise trips. Not cheap, but the location is perfect and the food was pretty darn good for hotel food.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Central Valley

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.

Metrotown
While you're in Metrotown, take in top sights like Crystal Mall or Metropolis at Metrotown, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Patterson Station or Metrotown Station.

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.

Mount Pleasant
Take time in Mount Pleasant to visit attractions like Olympic Village and Main Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Broadway-City Hall 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 Rickshaw Theatre and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.

Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
