5-day itinerary
The Perfect 5 Days in Vancouver
A balanced 5-day plan for Vancouver, built around its top-rated sights and ordered so each day flows without backtracking — with a bite to eat and travel times between every stop. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.
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Morning
Marker of Change
A historic monument in Vancouver.
5 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Science World
Vancouver's iconic geodesic dome packed with hands-on exhibits sparking curiosity for all ages.
7 min walk · 0.5 km to the next stop
Evening
Hinge Park
Community park offering green space and recreational amenities in residential neighbourhood.
Where to eat: Hawksworth Restaurant — A well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver's premier art gallery showcasing stunning Canadian and international works in the heart of downtown.
9 min walk · 0.7 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Waterfront Station
A grand century-old station where trains, SkyTrain, and SeaBus converge at Vancouver's stunning waterfront.
4 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
Evening
Canada Place
Sail-shaped rooftop towers over Vancouver Harbour—a stunning symbol of the city you can't miss.
Where to eat: St. Lawrence Restaurant — French — a well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
Vancouver Aquarium
Dive into underwater wonders with beluga whales, playful otters, and thousands of fascinating marine creatures.
7 min walk · 0.5 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Stanley Park
A breathtaking 400-hectare forest oasis hugging Vancouver's waterfront, with stunning mountain views and coastal trails.
9 min drive · 1.8 km to the next stop
Evening
Lions Gate Bridge
Soar above Burrard Inlet on Vancouver's breathtaking historic suspension bridge with stunning mountain and city views.
Where to eat: Annalena — A well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
Ben Franklin
Step aboard the Ben Franklin, a remarkable Cold War-era submarine now open as a fascinating waterfront attraction.
9 min walk · 0.6 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Senakw
Walk the sacred grounds of a historic Indigenous village, where centuries of Squamish heritage quietly endure.
10 min walk · 0.8 km to the next stop
Evening
Spinning Chandelier
Watch a glittering chandelier descend, spin, and rise in a mesmerizing four-minute public art performance.
Where to eat: Barbara — A well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
VanDusen Botanical Garden
Wander through 55 acres of stunning themed gardens in the heart of Vancouver.
21 min drive · 5.5 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Spartacus Books
Volunteer-run nonprofit bookstore with 40+ years of community spirit, stocking second-hand and alternative reads.
Evening
Museum of Anthropology
Explore breathtaking Indigenous art and culture in a stunning Arthur Erickson–designed building on UBC's campus.
Where to eat: Burdock & Co — A well-loved local spot.
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Customize it →Built from Vancouver's top-rated attractions. Opening hours, prices, and whether a spot still delivers can change — double-check anything time-sensitive before you go.