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The Perfect 7 Days in Vancouver

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A balanced 7-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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DAY 1

The Big Highlights

  1. Marker of Change

    Morning

    Marker of Change

    A historic monument in Vancouver.

    5 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
  2. Science World

    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
  3. Hinge Park

    Evening

    Hinge Park

    Community park offering green space and recreational amenities in residential neighbourhood.

Where to eat: Hawksworth Restaurant — A well-loved local spot.

DAY 2

Culture & Icons

  1. Vancouver Art Gallery

    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
  2. Waterfront Station

    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
  3. Canada Place

    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.

DAY 3

Culture & Icons

  1. Nine O'Clock Gun

    Morning

    Nine O'Clock Gun

    A 19th-century cannon fires nightly at 9 PM, echoing across Coal Harbour since 1894.

    14 min walk · 1 km to the next stop
  2. Vancouver Aquarium

    Afternoon

    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
  3. Stanley Park

    Evening

    Stanley Park

    A breathtaking 400-hectare forest oasis hugging Vancouver's waterfront, with stunning mountain views and coastal trails.

Where to eat: Annalena — A well-loved local spot.

DAY 4

Culture & Icons

  1. Lions Gate Bridge

    Morning

    Lions Gate Bridge

    Soar above Burrard Inlet on Vancouver's breathtaking historic suspension bridge with stunning mountain and city views.

    18 min drive · 4.5 km to the next stop
  2. Ben Franklin

    Afternoon

    Ben Franklin

    Step aboard the Ben Franklin, a remarkable Cold War-era submarine now open as a fascinating waterfront attraction.

    1 min walk · 0 km to the next stop
  3. Vancouver Maritime Museum

    Evening

    Vancouver Maritime Museum

    Dive into Vancouver's seafaring past with fascinating ships, artifacts, and Arctic exploration stories.

Where to eat: Barbara — A well-loved local spot.

DAY 5

Culture & Icons

  1. Museum of Vancouver

    Morning

    Museum of Vancouver

    Dive into Vancouver's vibrant history and culture at this beloved, fully accessible civic museum.

    5 min walk · 0.4 km to the next stop
  2. Senakw

    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
  3. Spinning Chandelier

    Evening

    Spinning Chandelier

    Watch a glittering chandelier descend, spin, and rise in a mesmerizing four-minute public art performance.

Where to eat: Burdock & Co — A well-loved local spot.

DAY 6

Parks & Slower Moments

  1. VanDusen Botanical Garden

    Morning

    VanDusen Botanical Garden

    Wander through 55 acres of stunning themed gardens in the heart of Vancouver.

    9 min drive · 1.5 km to the next stop
  2. Queen Elizabeth Park

    Afternoon

    Queen Elizabeth Park

    Panoramic city views, stunning gardens, and a beloved arboretum await at Vancouver's highest park.

    17 min drive · 4.2 km to the next stop
  3. Spartacus Books

    Evening

    Spartacus Books

    Volunteer-run nonprofit bookstore with 40+ years of community spirit, stocking second-hand and alternative reads.

Where to eat: Elisa — Steakhouse — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 7

Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    Playland

    Vancouver's beloved amusement park packed with classic rides, wooden roller coasters, and fairground fun for all ages.

    13 min drive · 2.9 km to the next stop
  2. Park & Tilford Gardens

    Afternoon

    Park & Tilford Gardens

    Manicured gardens and scenic grounds perfect for a peaceful stroll through planted landscapes.

  3. Museum of Anthropology

    Evening

    Museum of Anthropology

    Explore breathtaking Indigenous art and culture in a stunning Arthur Erickson–designed building on UBC's campus.

Where to eat: Masayoshi — Japanese — a well-loved local spot.

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