Vancouver Bayfront Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
English Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, English Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vancouver. Discover the area's sunsets and shops.
English Bay Inukshuk
Stretch out on the sands, swim in the sea, and amble along the shoreline of this gently curving urban beach.
Canada Place
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Vancouver Waterfront
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Vancouver Waterfront. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Stanley Park
Check out this local favorite since Victorian times for its forested walking trails, beachside activities, attractive gardens and wildlife.
Things to do
Hop-On Hop-Off Vancouver: 24 or 48 hour Sightseeing Options
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Best of Vancouver City Half Day Tour
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge
Top hotels in Vancouver Bayfront
Best Western Plus Sands
Clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
English Bay Hotel
Room was straight out of the 70s . Clean but walls were peeling and the room was very out dated. Beds were comfy. Staff was really nice.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
River Rock Casino Resort
I chose the location mainly for the pool for my son, but the water was freezing and there were no towels provided as it said there was suppose to be. We had to walk a really long way for the self parking to the hotel, despite there being an accessible garage attached to the hotel but they wouldn't ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Great staff Lovely room. Fab breakfast
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver
Great service
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vancouver Bayfront
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.
Coal Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Coal Harbour. Check out Vancouver Waterfront or Jack Poole Plaza while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Burrard Station to get around town.
Granville Island
Granville Island is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while in the area.
Yaletown
Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Vancouver False Creek Seawall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium 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.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or BC Place Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
