Vancouver Sightseeing

Vancouver is a city that radiates natural beauty from every corner, so it is no surprise that certain Vancouver sightseeing areas are extremely popular for travelers that have never been to this unique Canadian city. After checking-in to your Vancouver hotel, travelers quickly realize that Vancouver is the perfect city to explore because there is such a wide variety of natural sites—with the mountains, ocean, rainforest and beaches, all surrounding the city. While you're in Vancouver, be sure to check out Yaletown, catch a BC Lions or Vancouver Canucks game, take a tour on the Big Bus, and end you day on the SkyRide at Grosse Mountain that takes you to the top of Vancouver. Many of the popular Vancouver hotels are located near Yaletown, and this vibrant part of the city has become a top Vancouver sightseeing attraction.

Yaletown

Yaletown is the spot for the trendiest Vancouver food and dining, but also nightclubs. From breweries, to hip new restaurants, Yaletown caters to a younger crowd that enjoys trendy atmospheres and having a good time with friends. Yaletown is the perfect spot to begin your Vancouver vacation because it offers some of the city's best food and drinking options while also exposing tourists to a more local feel. Formerly known as the Warehouse District, this revamped area of town a great stop while walking around and doing some Vancouver sightseeing because there is so much energy in this area that travelers are sure to see new attraction or performances each day.

Sports

If you are a sports fan visiting the city of Vancouver, you'll have a few key stops to fit into your trip. The BC Lions find their home in Vancouver and play in the Canadian Football Leagues. The CFL has eight teams across Canada and the Grey Cup Championship is a unique Canadian tradition and is one of the country's most watched sporting events. Tickets to these games are a fair price, so it is a great event to take the family and enjoy a different kind of football experience. Canadians love their hockey, making a Vancouver Canucks game (as long as it's in-season) a must for all sports fans. The Canucks play in the NHL, and since the National Hockey League is extremely competitive, tickets to these events can be hard to obtain. Talk with your Vancouver hotel concierge far in advance, and they should be able to assist you with securing tickets for a Vancouver Canucks game.

Bus Tours

If you feel like seeing the city of Vancouver by motorized transportation, then the Big Bus Tours and SkyRide are both great options for Vancouver sightseeing. The easiest wait to enjoy sightseeing in Vancouver is to hop aboard the Big Bus. This Vancouver sightseeing tour is a double-decker bus that takes travelers around the city to over 20 unique stops. The majority of downtown Vancouver hotels have tour stops nearby, so simply walk out your hotel door and hop aboard for an action packed afternoon. If you feel like traveling to the top of Vancouver, but don't want too much exercise, then the SkyRide offers gorgeous panoramic views of the city and Lower Mainland. Located just a few minutes from Downtown Vancouver, this is a Vancouver sightseeing necessity that leaves travelers awed by the scenic beauty while viewing this British Columbia city.

Vancouver sightseeing encompasses a wide array of attractions, and these are just a taste of the top options for tourists. Being in the middle of the action by staying in one of the nearby Vancouver hotels ensures that traveler will have plenty of pictures to show friends and make them want to come back to this magical city as soon as possible.