West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Kitsilano Beach
Swim in the longest pool in the country at this sandy beach with an elegant boulevard, restaurants and a watersports center.

Granville Island Public Market
Vancouver’s finest artisan produce, hand-crafted specialities and gastronomic delights are all to be found at Granville Island Public Market.

Jericho Beach
Enjoy a peaceful swim or bask in the sun at one of Vancouver’s most secluded and picturesque beaches, which was once a logging camp.

VanDusen Botanical Garden
Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.

Olympic Village
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a trip to Olympic Village. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities

VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

1 Day Victoria Tour with Butchart Gardens | from Vancouver

Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

Vancouver City and Seals Scenic Boat Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

Vancouver: Indian Arm and Granite Falls Zodiac Boat Tour
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

River Rock Casino Resort
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

YWCA Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Side

Shaughnessy
While visiting Shaughnessy, you might make a stop by sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden and South Granville Shopping Street.

Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.

Fairview
While you're in Fairview, take in top sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.

Granville Island
Granville Island is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while in the area.

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

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.