Central Vancouver Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Canada Place
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
Vancouver Waterfront
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Vancouver Waterfront. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Port of Vancouver
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Port of Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Vancouver Convention Centre
During your trip, find out what's happening in Vancouver Convention Centre, a top convention centre in Vancouver. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
BC Place Stadium
Catch an event at BC Place Stadium during your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Whistler 1-Day Tour from Vancouver (Chn&Eng)
Top hotels in Central Vancouver
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
the hotel is not as advertised in the photos. i would not recommend staying here. the staff was friendly however.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Great location and the hotel was in excellent condition. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
Good staff
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
I don't know what to say about this hotel. There were no bathroom inside my hotel but it didn't say when you booked it, The curtain were dirty and it wasn't like it was cheap either. I booked hotel that was $141/night. Good thing I only stayed for 1 night. The only good thing about this hotel was ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Burrard
Floorboards were separating in a few spots, and the AC didn’t have a night mode, but everything else was fine. The place was quiet, the staff were nice, and it was clean.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Hotel Europe.
Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
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.
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
West End
The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.
