The best family-friendly activities in Vancouver for parents and kids (Updated September 2026)

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Victoria: Butchart Gardens, Mile 0, Harbor 1-Day from Vancouver

Discover the charm of beautiful Victoria, BC, on this full-day tour from Vancouver. Cruise through the stunning Gulf Islands on a scenic ferry ride, taking...

10 to 12 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Post-Cruise Shore Excursion: the Best of Squamish Tour

Have a few hours to spare in Vancouver after your cruise before hotel check-in or a flight? Make the most of your time with a...

7 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Grouse Mountain, Skyride Gondola & Capilano Bridge from Vancouver

Experience the very best of Vancouver’s natural beauty in one unforgettable day. With over 40 years of experience, WCS is the most trusted tour operator...

6 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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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...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Guided Sightseeing Tour in Vancouver, Shannon Falls and Whistler

Bentley Tours has great reviews on Cool Vancouver! Join our Whistler tour for a fun and entertaining journey from one of the most beautiful cities...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Private Guided Photogenic City Tour in Greater Vancouver

We provide the best way to explore this beautiful city in a unique and photogenic way. You will be travelling on a new 2023 4WD...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Vancouver, Horseshoe Bay, Shannon Falls - Optional Sea-to-Sky Gondola

Vantage Whistler has great reviews on Cool Vancouver! We offer a unique opportunity to enjoy one of the most scenic tours in Vancouver. Starting in...

9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Vancouver, Shannon Falls & Whistler, Extended Tour (6.5 hours in Whistler)

Bentley Tours has great reviews on Cool Vancouver! Join our Whistler tour for a fun and entertaining journey from one of the most beautiful cities...

12 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Vancouver to Whistler Tour - Downtown Hotel Pick Ups Only

Vantage Whistler has great reviews on Cool Vancouver! Explore all the major attractions between Vancouver and Whistler. We offer the most comprehensive tours with our...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Fraser Canyon Day Tour Falls, Tunnels and Hell Gate

This all-inclusive 10-hour day tour by private minivan offers a seamless, comfortable, and unforgettable way to explore some of British Columbia’s most iconic natural and...

10 hours • Free Cancellation

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Vancouver's Intimate West Coast Whale Watching Experience

Explore the waters off the coast of British Columbia on this whale watching tour to see killer whales, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, marine birds...

5 hours • Free Cancellation

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Whistler Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver

It's the Vancouver to Whistler day trip you've been waiting for, enjoy a full-day boutique-group tour to the famous ski resort town of Whistler! Continuing...

10 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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The Best of Squamish Tour from Vancouver

Experience the ultimate Pacific Northwest adventure with The Best of Squamish, a curated 7.5-hour journey through the crown jewels of the Sea-to-Sky corridor. Your day...

7 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour with Gulf Island Ferry

Embark on an unforgettable full-day tour through British Columbia’s most iconic sights, starting with a scenic ferry ride from Vancouver through the Gulf Islands to...

13 to 14 hours • Free Cancellation

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Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Gulf Island Ferry

Embark on an unforgettable full-day tour through British Columbia’s most iconic sights, starting with a scenic ferry ride from Vancouver through the Gulf Islands to...

12 to 13 hours • Free Cancellation

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Intimate West Coast Whale Watching - Partly-Sheltered

Departing from historic Granville Island, join Vancouver’s Original Whale Watchers on an intimate west coast adventure. Every tour is different as we explore the Strait...

3 to 5 hours • Free Cancellation

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Wild Whale Watching Experience - Open Air Vessel

We are Granville Island's pioneer (original) whale watching company. We offer intimate tours guided by marine naturalists who are passionate about wildlife and conservation. We...

5 hours • Free Cancellation

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Whale Watching Adventure from Vancouver BC

Join us on an exhilarating adventure on board our whale watch vessel. Choose from our semi-enclosed boat or large open air vessel as we cross...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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Sunshine Coast Escape (Around Vancouver) Small Group Tour

We take you to experience authentic West Coastal Culture, expansive ocean vistas and majestic forest in a small and friendly group. We offer comfortable and...

6 hours • Free Cancellation

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North Vancouver and Grouse Mountain Tour

Discover the vibrant stories of Vancouver’s North Shore on this enriching full-day tour. Begin with a scenic drive over the iconic Lions Gate Bridge, immersing...

6 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

2015Ramseys, Sep 2026

Whales , Orcas put on a great show

What an experience. Always a worry that there may be a no show, but we saw many Humpback Whales, Orcas, Harbour seals and Sea lions. We enjoyed a great view from the boat. The Naturalist and commentary was very informative, full of interesting information to back up what we were seeing, even identifying the whales from the data bases. I would highly recommend this trip and the managing company.

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Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

markgM7625IR, Sep 2026

Thanks Marco for a brilliant experience

Had a brilliant experience on the Granite Falls Zodiac tour today, despite the gloomy overcast conditions. From the moment we met our guide and driver Marco we knew it was going to be wonderful. He was full of energy, full of energy, engaged us as individuals from the start and we soon found out he was knowledgeable about the area we would be exploring. He also knew when it was the right time for speed ups and donuts and when to slow down for photo ops.He stopped many times and gave us a great depth of information about the key points we visited and was always looking out for bonus wildlife sightings to visit as well. He gave us plenty of time for photo and video ops while also checking in on our well being.Despite the weather the scenery was awesome. Waterfalls magnificent, local residential areas amazing, the fjord jaw dropping.Absolutely recommend.

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Vancouver’s Intimate West Coast Whale Watching Experience

trvlr48, Sep 2026

Fun experience!

Jasmine and Saz made the experience really wonderful! Great tour, definitely recommend!

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Vancouver Scenic Sightseeing Boat Tour with Live Tour Guide

Sharon_S, Sep 2026

Scenic boat tour with Andrew as our guide

Great tour of the waterfront on Vancouver False Creek! Andrew had a lot of information to share about the buildings and history, plus a bit of fun to keep it light and interesting. The boat was a lovely size, not too many folks. Highly recommend!

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Vancouver Scenic Sightseeing Boat Tour with Live Tour Guide

Dreamer477781, Sep 2026

Vancouver scenic harbor cruise

It was great! Really like the 90 minute harbor cruise. It was very informative & we all enjoyed it.

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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

Sharon_S, Sep 2026

Gastown good your with Sean

We had a fun time with Sean, visiting a variety of restaurants! The food was delicious, there was plenty to eat and drink while we learned a little about Vancouver too! We had a big group from Australia, Canada and the US and everyone interacted to share our travels and adventures. Not too much walking overall. So fun, I highly recommend it!

New York City

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

Melissa_P, Sep 2026

Great experience

Excellent experience. Good for a whole family with kids, parents, and grandparents. Great communication with company with any questions!

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All-Day Luggage Storage for 2 Bags at Vancouver Cruise Terminal

Laura_G, Sep 2026

A great place to store...

A great place to store your luggage for the day if you have a late flight post cruise. The Hop on Hop off bus was also great. Clearer signage for stops with numbers would be helpful though,

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Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

Pietro_S, Sep 2026

Beautiful area. Pure awesome.

Awesome scenery. Don't miss this. One of the best highlights of Vancover. Great experience of nature.

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Vancouver Adults-Only Yacht Cruise with Prosecco and Snacks

506gerhardp, Sep 2026

Recomend

Wortwhile experience with a very nice crew!

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Wild Whale Watching Experience – Open Air Vessel

L3259QRmarkj, Sep 2026

Fun time

We saw Humpback Whales, Sea Lions Orcas , and the tour guide, Eden, added a lot of extra information that was helpful and interesting

New York City

Explore Stanley Park on Electric Scooters

Karen_S, Sep 2026

Great way to see Stanley Park

My husband and I were a bit apprehensive about doing this tour on electric scooters as we’re 60 and 57 and never been on them before! However, our guide Oge was very helpful and friendly and we absolutely loved it. Oge kindly brought drinks for us which was lovely. He took us to lots of places we might never have seen on our own and was happy to take photos for everyone. It’s definitely given us the confidence to do similar tours in other cities.

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Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Michael_B, Sep 2026

Awesome Whale Watching Tour

Excellent tour, got to see Humpback and Orca Whales and Sea Lions and Seals. The crew were absolutely amazing, I highly recommend this tour if you are in Vancouver

New York City

All-Day Luggage Storage for 2 Bags at Vancouver Cruise Terminal

FLG8TOR, Sep 2026

Worldly Traveler

Very convenient to the cruise port and within walking distance to the train station. If you have time to kill before checking into your hotel or to the airport, I recommend storing your luggage in this secured location and take advantage of the Hop On/Hop Off trolly and see the town.

New York City

Vancouver Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour w/ 20 Stops & Live Guide

rrothgator, Sep 2026

Worldly Traveler

This a very informative way to see the city. The driver or guide makes suggestions on places to visit.

New York City

Flyover Vancouver The Immersive Theater Experience

Yvonne_P, Sep 2026

Our Visit to Flyover Canada

It isn’t cheap but worth it. The technology is great. Visit was short approx 15 minutes. Steps away from the cruise ships.

The best family-friendly activities in Vancouver for parents and kids (Updated September 2026)

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Grouse Mountain, Skyride Gondola & Capilano Bridge from Vancouver

Whistler Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver: See Horseshoe Bay and Shannon Falls

Guided Sightseeing Tour in Vancouver, Shannon Falls and Whistler

Private Guided Photogenic City Tour in Greater Vancouver

Vancouver, Horseshoe Bay, Shannon Falls - Optional Sea-to-Sky Gondola

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