West Side Travel Guide
Vancouver
Popular places to visit
Kitsilano Beach
Swim in the longest pool in the country at this sandy beach with an elegant boulevard, restaurants and a watersports center.
Granville Island Public Market
Shop with the locals and tourists at this bustling market located near Vancouver’s city center.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Set around an extinct volcano at Vancouver’s highest point, this spectacular space is a haven of nature in an urban setting.
Jericho Beach
Enjoy a peaceful swim or bask in the sun at one of Vancouver’s most secluded and picturesque beaches, which was once a logging camp.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.
Olympic Village
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a trip to Olympic Village. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Vancouver Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
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Whistler 1-Day Trip from Vancouver
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Vancouver Full Day City Bus Tour
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Top hotels in West Side
Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
River Rock Casino Resort
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel & Resort
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
Shaughnessy
While visiting Shaughnessy, you might make a stop by sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden and South Granville Shopping Street.
Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.
Fairview
While you're in Fairview, take in top sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.
Granville Island
Granville Island is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while in the area.
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.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or Rogers Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
Hotels Near West Side, Vancouver
- Kitsilano Hotels
- East Vancouver Hotels
- Central Vancouver Hotels
- Fairview Hotels
- Shaughnessy Hotels
- Mount Pleasant Hotels
- Granville Island Hotels
- Vancouver South Hotels
- Riley Park Hotels
- South Cambie Hotels
- Dunbar Hotels
- Marpole Hotels
- West Point Grey Hotels
- Oakridge Hotels
- Southeast False Creek Hotels
- Kerrisdale Hotels
- Arbutus Ridge Hotels
- Sunset Hotels
- Musqueam First Nation Hotels