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Downtown Vancouver

If you are looking for things to do in Vancouver we have 60 Tours and Activities to Experience Downtown Vancouver. Check out our verified traveler reviews and photos of Downtown Vancouver tours and other things to do in Vancouver, and book securely when you find the perfect one. Learn the best ways to see famous Downtown Vancouver and explore the most popular things to do in Vancouver.

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  • Vancouver Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge

    Experience the perfect blend of urban and natural beauty on the Vancouver City and Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Sightseeing Tour. • Visit top Vancouver locations including Stanley Park, Historic Gastown and Chinatown • Explore Granville Island and its incredible artisan markets • Experience the thrilling, scenic Capilano Suspension Bridge including ample time to to explore. • This is a half

     5 to 6 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $114.15
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  • Grouse Mountain Admission Ticket

    With admission to Grouse Mountain, just 15 minutes north of downtown Vancouver, you can enjoy panoramic views as you travel aboard the Skyride or the new Blue Grouse Gondola. An exceptional 7-minute ride to the Peak of Vancouver to explore nature and enjoy breathtaking views. Year-round, you can enjoy our Mountaintop Chalet, which includes great dining options, an HD Theatre

     2 to 4 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $63.29
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  • Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

    Explore the stunning natural beauty of British Columbia's lush greenery and scenic coastline on this exciting tour to Victoria and the renowned Butchart Gardens. • Begin your tour with a 90-minute cruise aboard BC Ferries. • Explore the Inner Harbour of British Columbia's capital city of Victoria • Visit the breathtaking famous Butchart Gardens, 22 hectares (55 acres) of meticulously

     13 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • From Vancouver: Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola with Shannon Falls

    **From November 12–28, 2025, the Sea to Sky Gondola will be closed. Tour pricing and duration have been adjusted to reflect the closure, with the tour operating for 8 hours instead of 10 hours** Escape the city and wind along fjords and inlets, ascend into the coastal mountains, be elevated on a gondola, and stroll through the pedestrian Village of

     10 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $152.46
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  • Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

    See Vancouver the way it is best seen – by water – during this 3-hour tour in a Zodiac inflatable boat. Beginning at Granville Island, you'll cross False Creek and follow the coastline through Stanley Park. Learn about Vancouver's waterfront landmarks like English Bay, Stanley Park, and Vancouver Harbour. Travel through Deep Cove and the Indian Arm, a glacial fjord

     3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $117.13
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  • Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Gulf Islands Cruise Ferry

    Explore the best of Victoria on this full-day guided tour from Vancouver! Travel in comfort through the city, then enjoy a scenic 90-minute BC Ferry ride across the Georgia Strait through the Southern Gulf Islands. Discover the stunning Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site with over 50 acres of vibrant floral displays. Spend two hours exploring themed gardens like the

     13 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $209.95
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  • Grouse Mountain & Capilano Bridge Tour with Fish Hatchery

    Get outside, breathe in the fresh pacific air, and immerse yourself in the natural wonders surrounding Vancouver. • Admission to Grouse Mountain & tram ride to the top of the mountain • Admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge in the rain forest of Vancouver • A visit to the Capilano Fish Hatchery • Half Day Tour We are celebrating 40 years

     6 hours 30 minutes  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $194.12
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  • The Really Gay History Tour in Vancouver, Canada

    It's time for Vancouver's secrets to come out of the closet. The wild, untold history of Vancouver's LGBTQ2+ community comes alive through stories of struggle, unity, and celebration on a 2 hour adventure through Downtown and the West End. You'll meet a history of outrageous drag queens, book store bombings and the unsung heroes who forever changed the social fabric

     2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $28.76
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  • Vancouver City and Seal Colony Scenic Boat Tour

    Travel along the coastline of English Bay on this 90-minute city and seal tour in Vancouver. Visit Lighthouse Park, over to the Seal Colony and into False Creek. See Stanley Park, English Bay Beach, the Lions Gate Bridge, the beautiful homes of West Vancouver, plus offshore freighters, the Seal Colony, Lighthouse Park, Siwash Rock, Jericho Sailing Centre, Kitsilano Beach, Granville

     1 hour 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $72.93
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  • Vancouver Biking and Hiking Tour including Lunch

    On your 6.5-hour biking and hiking adventure, explore the natural beauty of British Columbia. Cycle along the Trans Canada Trail in the Fraser Valley and hike through the temperate rain forest in the North Shore. Your tour includes bicycle rental and helmet, lunch and refreshments, and transportation for the day. We are the only tour operator with access to the

     6 hours 30 minutes  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $110.72
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  • Explore Vancouver City & Capilano Suspension Bridge Canyon Lights

    This tour is packed with highlights and unique experiences. Get into the holiday spirit as you explore Vancouver’s soaring skyscrapers, architectural masterpieces, urban beaches, and coastal rainforests. • Explore Canada Place, Robson Street & Granville Island • Visit Stanley Park, voted the #1 Urban Park in the World on Cool Vancouver . • Saving the best for last! Be dazzled

     5 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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    $114.17
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  • Vancouver Indian Arm Lunch Cruise

    Join us for 4 hours of delicious food & drinks as you experience the spectacular Indian Arm - and beyond! Enjoy fabulous cuisine with a delicious Vancouver-inspired lunch buffet. Sip specialty cocktails and take perfect photos from our open air top deck. Experience stunning views of the city and Vancouver’s mountain landscape, the gorgeous Indian Arm.

     4 hours  Free Cancellation
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    $154.11
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  • Whistler Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver: See Horseshoe Bay and Shannon Falls

    Explore all the major attractions between Vancouver and Whistler.We offer the most comprehensive tours with our knowledgeable and entertaining guides. We pick up right from your hotel or cruise ship terminal in our clean and spacious Mercedes mini-bus or luxury Toyota Sienna Minivan. Ride comfortably through downtown Vancouver to Whistler while learning about the rich history of the area. We

     10 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Bowen Island Dinner and Zodiac Boat Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

    On this exciting 4-hour tour, travel over to Bowen Island and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Take a short walk around the park before jumping back onto your tour boat for more exploring. You will have a chance to see Stanley Park, The Seal Colony, Lighthouse Park, ocean freighters, and much more. Your tour includes dinner and one drink.

     4 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Ocean is Yours Seadoo Experience from Vancouver

    Explore the sights of English Bay and Howe Sound on this morning Jet Ski tour with an experienced guide. Start your Sea-Doo watercraft engine at Granville Island, hit the throttle out of English Bay, and admire the forests, mountains and beaches of Bowen, Bowyer and Anvil islands. Deep in Howe Sound, you'll find a large seal colony sprawled about Pam

     3 hours  Free Cancellation
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  • Vancouver City Sightseeing Adventure: spy game Secret Mission

    Secret agents needed! You will be met by a real person in character as a Special Agent who will send you on your Secret Mission and give you everything you need to play. Are you ready for your Secret Mission? You have two hours to save the city! Your spy kit will include a real map, clues, tools, a locked

     2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Private Vancouver Sightseeing Adventure: a Gastown murder mystery

    Do you have what it takes to figure out who killed Jimmy Capello, how, and why? He was poisoned, strangled AND stabbed... popular guy! You will be met by a real person in character as a detective who will send you on your murder investigation and give you everything you need to play. Work your way through Gastown in teams

     2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • UNESCO Biosphere and Bowen Island Boat Tour with Island Visit

    Discover the beauty of Howe Sound Fjord, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, on an unforgettable Vancouver adventure. You'll ride alongside the stunning Tantalus Mountain Range, explore vibrant islands and marine wildlife sanctuaries, and enjoy a complimentary beer, wine, coffee, or ice cream at Bowen Island's Snug Cove during a short stop. This is one of Vancouver’s must-do experiences—perfect for creating memories

     4 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Vancouver Small Group Night Tour w/Capilano + Grouse Mtn Dinner

    Enjoy convenient pick-up and drop-off from your downtown Vancouver hotel before setting out on an unforgettable West Coast adventure. Begin with a scenic drive through Stanley Park, surrounded by lush forest and ocean views. Next, head to the world-famous Capilano Suspension Bridge, suspended 230 feet above the river. After crossing this iconic landmark, challenge yourself on the thrilling Cliffwalk®, a

     5 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Private Vancouver to Victoria and Butchart Gardens day trip

    Explore the city of Victoria and the famous Butchart Gardens on this full-day guided tour. On the way to the island we use BC Ferries, so you can enjoy good foods and coffees, relax in comfortable seating areas, or take photos on the open decks when passing small islands. On Vancouver Island, the tour goes to Butchart Gardens. Then the

     12 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
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    $589.17
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  • Vancouver Smooth Classic Kayak Tour

    Vancouver’s skyline and wildlife come together for your viewing pleasure during this guided kayaking tour. Take a few hours to explore the inlet of False Creek, sharing the waterway with seals, ducks and kingfishers as you paddle. High rises, Science World and BC Place Stadium provide a dramatic backdrop in the early morning or at sunset, the two times you

     2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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