Central Vancouver Travel Guide

Vancouver

A waterfront cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a distinctive curved building with a wooden facade.
A waterfront cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina with boats, and autumn-colored trees.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a roundabout.
A waterfront cityscape with a large Ferris wheel and a stadium.
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Stay near popular Central Vancouver attractions

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Canada Place

9.0/10 (15,197 reviews)
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
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Things to do

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Tickets

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

£45
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
FlyOver Canada - Vancouver

Flyover in Vancouver

£18
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Vancouver
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

£9
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Butchart Gardens in bloom

Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission

£123
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket

Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket

£11
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver Aerial Tour

Vancouver Scenic Panorama Seaplane Tour: City, Mountains & Islands

£110
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Scenic Panorama Seaplane Tour: City, Mountains & Islands
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Top hotels in Central Vancouver

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W Vancouver BC
The price is £197 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£197
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,161 reviews)
"Rooms were very comfortable, and recent renovations to the rooms were excellent. Location of hotel, right in the heart of downtown, excellent access to city centre and harbour front."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pan Pacific Vancouver

Pan Pacific Vancouver

4.5 out of 5
999 Canada Pl Vancouver BC
The price is £232 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£232
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,242 reviews)
"The staff at the front desk were amazing. The room wasn’t quite ready when we arrived but we were kept informed as soon as it was."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Pan Pacific Vancouver
The Burrard

The Burrard

3 out of 5
1100 Burrard Street Vancouver BC
The price is £153 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£153
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,214 reviews)
"Unexpected delight. Lovely hotel/mote"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

The Burrard
The Parker Hotel and Rooftop

The Parker Hotel and Rooftop

4 out of 5
1379 Howe St Vancouver BC
The price is £158 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£158
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,448 reviews)
"Great location to Granville island, beach. Staff really friendly. Smart hotel would recommend. Breakfast only average."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

The Parker Hotel and Rooftop
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

4.5 out of 5
900 West Georgia St Vancouver BC
The price is £195 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£195
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Paradox Vancouver

Paradox Vancouver

4.5 out of 5
1161 W Georgia St Vancouver BC
The price is £249 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£249
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,390 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful. The rooms are spacious and very tastefully decorated. The bathroom is beautiful and very contemporary. The staff is incredibly professional and helpful. The only thing that could have been better was the food. The only choice was an Asian fusion restaurant and eating small ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Paradox Vancouver
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Where to stay in Central Vancouver

Find the best Central Vancouver areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Vancouver
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Downtown Vancouver

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Robson Street are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

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Lower Lonsdale

While visiting Lower Lonsdale, you might make a stop by sights like The Shipyards and Lonsdale Quay Market.

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West End

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.

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Photo by Shona Guthrie
Open Photo by Shona Guthrie

Richmond City Centre

Known for its first-class casinos and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Richmond City Centre. Check out top attractions like Lansdowne Centre and CF Richmond Centre Mall, and jump on the metro at Lansdowne Station or Richmond-Brighouse Station to see more of the city.

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West Side

While you're in West Side, take in top sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden or South Granville, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King Edward Station or Oakridge-41st Avenue Station.

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