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.
Queen Elizabeth Park
A haven of natural beauty in a stunning urban setting.
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.
False Creek
Take a ferry ride past the high-rises of downtown Vancouver or cycle along the shoreline of this waterway in the heart of the city.
Activities
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Vancouver Canucks Ice Hockey Game at Rogers Arena
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Best of Vancouver City Half Day Tour
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
Spotless
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
Excellent
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Granville Island Hotel
Staff are wonderful!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Windsor Guest House
Clean room, very welcoming, personal touches liked text and calls for PIN and directives. Wonderful friendly staff. Very quiet house.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Sunshine House
Staff were wonderful. I love having access to the backyard every morning to enjoy the foliage and sunshine. Great having someone make eggs to start the day. Had shower every morning, as it was a very hot stay. Quiet and friendly atmosphere. Took long walks and the neighbourhoods were facinating. ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cambie Lodge B&B
ThGreat location. Lots of
Reviewed on 29 Nov 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 Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre. 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.
