Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
Hotel Europe
Find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Hotel Europe. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Imagine you are in Suzhou, China in this beautifully created urban oasis where architecture, rocks, plants and water provide a peaceful, harmonious setting.
Maple Tree Square
You can find out about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Maple Tree Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
Rickshaw Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Rickshaw Theatre during your stay in Vancouver. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Chinese Cultural Centre Museum and Archive
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Chinese Cultural Centre Museum and Archive in Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Vancouver Scenic Panorama Seaplane Tour: City, Mountains & Islands
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Our room was opened when we first arrived, fire/smoke alarm in our room was deactivated or unplugged, front hotel sliding doors don’t work so if you have a lot of luggage/bags it makes it incredibly difficult to get in the hotel, and they didn’t have any bell hoppers or carts available.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
River Rock Casino Resort
Excelent
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Yes, yes. Had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant. We loved the food!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver
Quiet, clean and well priced room.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
Super comfortable beds, great shower, and nice staff. Just some details missing; for the price, they should have been taken care of (not enough robes, towels missing, room wasn't cleaned until 6pm). When asked, the brought things promptly. Bathroom items sparse
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eastside
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Main Street and Rickshaw Theatre, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
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.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or Vancouver Waterfront and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Vancouver Waterfront 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.
Strathcona
You'll enjoy the cafes and shopping in Strathcona. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street or Jimi Hendrix Shrine.
