Gulf Islands Things to Do

 Real Travelers who've been here

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Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Center has become one of the biggest in North America. Inside you'll find more than 8,000 aquatic animals, hailing from as far away as the Arctic and the Amazon. The newly opened Pacific Canada... more

Black Bear Pub has interiors dominated by high wooden ceilings and a large stone fireplace. Photos depicting the history of the area and local art adorn the walls. Views of the local snow-capped mountains can be appreciated fro... more

A walk through Stanley Park guarantees getting acquainted with nature in just three hours. Rough it out on trails, drink in the pure forest atmosphere, study the diverse flora and fauna, and learn about the various trees in the... more

One of Vancouver's most chic rooms is found in the lobby of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. This elegant spot is a luxurious lounge and wine bar. The interiors of the 900 West Lounge have glowing chandeliers and plush chairs, and... more

Take a ride in an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage and watch the splendor of Stanley Park roll by. See sights like Deadman's Island, the city harbor and Lions Gate Bridge. The totem poles, Girl in a Wet Suit statue, S.S. Empr... more

The Tragically Hip, Blue Rodeo and k.d. lang got their big breaks here. For decades, this small, second-floor downtown club has been home to famous performers playing everything from folk and country to jazz and rockabilly. The... more

Dotted with character homes, coffee shops, delis and cheap grocers; "The Drive" is now a colorful, richly diverse street experience. Originally, the street was most famous as "Little Italy." It now supports every sort of ethnic... more

Considered one of the best planetariums in North America, this 1968-built structure has had many transformations. Aside from the planetarium and observatory, HR Macmillan Space Center also features the Cosmic Courtyard hands-on... more

Known as the second largest in North America, Vancouver's Chinatown is a colorful area filled with exotic wonders. The profusion of markets and stores sells everything from star fruit, gai lan, ginseng, herbal medicine and tea... more