East Vancouver Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pacific Coliseum
The site of world records and world-class hockey, this is one of Vancouver’s most significant stadiums. Catch a game and explore the surrounding park.
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.
Playland Amusement Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Playland Amusement Park as part of your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
Commercial Drive
Often a pleasurable way to get to know a city is through its food culture. Find myriad flavors within a relatively short distance in this Vancouver location.
Trout Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Trout Lake during your travels in Vancouver.
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 East Vancouver
Atrium Hotel Vancouver
"We were charged much more for our room than was quoted on Hotels.com...very disappointing! The entire hotel is being beautifully renovated, not an inconvenience at all. Our room had been renovated and was beautiful."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel at the Waldorf
"The staff were great. Very old hotel in a sketchy part of the city. Drag queens at night in the lobby. Very clean, however I would not stay there again because of the area."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Keefer House
"Very well equipped studio apartment close to skytrain station (Stadium-Chinatown, about 10 min walk) and many restaurants. Can strongly recommend Fiorino Italian Street food!! Supermarkets (T and T, Nesters) also about a 10 minute walk. Staff were very responsive and helpful. Downsides - the studio ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
2400 Motel
"Relaxing stay at this gem of a motor lodge of bygone days. Very clean and unique accommodations. We were surprised that the two bed unit was a two bedroom one. Staff is friendly and helpful. Only downside was lack of air conditioner and mini frig."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Coast Metro Vancouver Hotel
"Clean room. Easy access to Vancouver"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Neocolonial Nouveau Kensington Vacation Home
"Nice place to enjoy vacation"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Vancouver
Mount Pleasant
Take time in Mount Pleasant to visit attractions like Olympic Village and Main Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Broadway-City Hall Station to see more of the city.
Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Main Street and Rickshaw Theatre, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
Metrotown
While you're in Metrotown, take in top sights like Crystal Mall or Metropolis at Metrotown, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Patterson Station or Metrotown Station.
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.
