Central Vancouver Travel Guide
Vancouver
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Port of Vancouver
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Port of Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Vancouver Convention Centre
During your trip, find out what's happening in Vancouver Convention Centre, a top convention centre in Vancouver. Wander the waterfront or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
BC Place Stadium
Catch an event at BC Place Stadium during your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Hop-On Hop-Off Vancouver: 24 or 48 hour Sightseeing Options
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver Scenic Panorama Seaplane Tour: City, Mountains & Islands
Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge
Top hotels in Central Vancouver
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Very busy hotel. Different vibe every day. Great location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
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Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Staff was super friendly but to wait in a line to check in for 45 min was a little much. There should have been way more staff on to help. I also got locked out of my room once and had to wait 30 min to get a new key.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
From the warm welcome at the front desk to the courteous interactions with the lovely cleaning staff, everyone at the hotel was absolutely wonderful. Our room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Willo's excellent location meant that we could walk almost everywhere we wanted (Robson Street, Art Gallery ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Moda Hotel
Ok
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Rosedale On Robson Suite Hotel
The hotel is in a great location form exploring downtown Vancouver with parking available for a fee. The rooms themselves have the necessities and the small kitchen came in handy during our trip. It would be great if the front desk staff communicated with housekeeping as we had to ask for extra towels ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Vancouver
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.
Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Hotel Europe.
Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
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.
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
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.
