Downtown Vancouver Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Esther Short Park
Relax by fountains, shop in bustling markets and listen to concerts in a scenic park that has become the city of Vancouver’s premier outdoor public space.
Interstate Bridge
You can learn about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Interstate Bridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Clark County Historical Museum
You can study the exhibits at Clark County Historical Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Vancouver. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Vancouver Farmers Market
During your trip to Vancouver, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Vancouver Farmers Market. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
The Academy
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at The Academy. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Maryhill Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Maryhill Winery during your travels to Vancouver. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls & Mt Hood Tour from Portland, OR
Half Day Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Vancouver
Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown City Center
Good value for proximity to downtown.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Convenient and cleanliness.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Incredible
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Room needed better vacuuming but other than that everything is good.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Sojourn Suites Portland Airport
Great rates
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
The room was great. The hotel was quiet. It was convenient. I went running one morning and used the hotel lobby and some guy and some lady were in that bathroom with their suite cases. It was very strange.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Vancouver
North Portland
Travellers love North Portland for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Moda Center and University Park Community Center.
Kenton
While you're in Kenton, take in top sights like Portland International Raceway or Heron Lakes Golf Club, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kenton-North Denver Avenue Station or Delta Park-Vanport Station.
Overlook
While you're in Overlook, take in top sights like Swan Island or Willamette River, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Killingsworth Station or North Prescott Station.
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or Colwood National Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
Irvington
While Irvington may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Moda Center and Lloyd Center.
Northwest Portland
While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Pittock Mansion or Hoyt Arboretum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
