Vancouver
Canada
Mountains, ocean and rainforest inside one city limit.
Recommended· Level 1
About Vancouver
Vancouver is the most scenically situated major city in North America, with skiing, beaches and old-growth forest all within reach of downtown.
Why go
Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain, and Whistler two hours up the Sea-to-Sky Highway.
Best tours & activities
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Where to stay
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Suggested itinerary
- Day 1
Downtown
Stanley Park seawall, Granville Island.
- Day 2
North Shore
Capilano Bridge, Grouse Mountain.
- Day 3
Whistler
Sea-to-Sky drive and the village.
Good with family
- Vancouver Aquarium
- Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Science World
Travel tips
- Rent bikes for the Stanley Park seawall
- The Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler is one of the best drives in the world
- Rain is constant October through March
Safety in Vancouver
Recommended· Level 1
Very safe. Avoid the Downtown Eastside blocks around Hastings and Main.
Official U.S. advisoryReviewed 2026-08-07
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