Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Imagine you are in Suzhou, China in this beautifully created urban oasis where architecture, rocks, plants and water provide a peaceful, harmonious setting.
Hotel Europe
Find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Hotel Europe. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Maple Tree Square
You can find out about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Maple Tree Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
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.
Things to do
Hop-On Hop-Off Vancouver: 24 or 48 hour Sightseeing Options
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver: Virtual Reality by Zero Latency - Outbreak
Vancouver International Airport YVR VIP Lounge Access
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Keefer House
Great spot! Very clean and safe. Nice patio. Right above top bar in Canada!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Block House
Amazing experience staying at the Block House. The communication with the host was prompted and they checked in a few times within our 3 day stay. The building was clean and our room was perfect. The building was secure because it was located in not the best area.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Staff were great. Checkin was easy, handy having the 24 hr shuttle from YVR. Hard to find info on the restaurant in the hotel. The breakfast is a buffet for $27 or an a la carte menu. Was decent.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
The room was. Rand new which i loved and great staff and location on the ocean.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
This hotel is decent. Our only complaint is that it is way too expensive. The amenities do not justify the price that we paid. There are no tissue boxes in the room, no coffee machine in the room, no lotion. It would be fine if you were paying $100 or $150 per night at most. We paid far more than ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
River Rock Casino Resort
Higher than expectations
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eastside
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Rickshaw Theatre and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
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 Main Street.
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.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or BC Place Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
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.
Strathcona
You'll enjoy the cafes and shopping in Strathcona. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street or Jimi Hendrix Shrine.
