Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
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.
Rickshaw Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Rickshaw Theatre during your stay in Vancouver. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Ballantyne Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Ballantyne Cruise Terminal. Amble within Chinatown or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
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Whistler 1-Day Trip from Vancouver
Vancouver Science World Ticket
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver Canucks Ice Hockey Game at Rogers Arena
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Keefer House
Clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
River Rock Casino Resort
Room was nice, clean and comfortable. Parking is a bit far away and the staff member that checked us in was not very pleasant. But would definitely stay there again .
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Room was clean & comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Even helped me retrieve an item after I had closed the door to leave.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Paradox Vancouver
The staff members are fabulous.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
It was a pleasant stay. Next time I will stay at same hotel when ever i visit vancouver.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Burrard
The room was clean and the staff were pleasant and accomodating.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
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 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.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or Vancouver Waterfront 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 Vancouver Waterfront 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.
