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Activities in Vancouver
Bloedel Floral Conservatory
Unique and unusual domed structure containing a wide variety of flora and fauna.
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Canada Place
Waterfront complex containing hotels, a cruise ship terminal and an IMAX theater.
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Chinatown
A bustling community started by Chinese immigrant laborers in the 1880s, Chinatown today is vibrant and full of exotic sights, sounds and smells.
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CN IMAX Theatre
With its five-story screen and impressive special effects, this theater puts moviegoers directly in the heart of a film.
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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
An oasis of tranquility in an otherwise bustling Chinatown, this garden is modeled on a 15th-century Chinese garden and is named after the founder of modern China.
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Gastown
The oldest commercial district in Vancouver, best known for its beautiful Victorian-style architecture.
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Granville Island
Former industrial site has been transformed into an artsy, posh neighborhood with quaint shops, cafes and bookstores.
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Granville Island Brewing
Tours of Canada's first modern microbrewery last about a half hour and include a souvenir glass and a taste of four brews. Kids are welcome, they get a taste of root beer. COST: C$8.75. July and Aug., Sun.-Wed. 10-7, Thurs.-Sat. 10-8, Sept.-June, daily 10-7, call for tour times.
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Granville Public Market
Merchants and vendors from all over the area bring their wares here.
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Grouse Mountain
Just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver, this rugged mountain attracts locals and tourists alike. During the summer, visitors enjoy hiking and mountain biking. In winter, there's skiing, snow boarding and sleigh rides. The Mountain also features a refuge for endangered wildlife.
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Grouse Mountain Skyride
Scenic tram ride to the top of Grouse Mountain.
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Hill's Native Art Gallery
North America's largest Northwest Coast Native art gallery.
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Lonsdale Quay
Quirky, colorful neighborhood full of small shops, boutiques and outdoor markets.
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Mount Seymour Provincial Park
A 30-minute drive from downtown, this wilderness park includes a ski area and numerous hiking trails.
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Punjabi Market
A street lined with Indian shops and restaurants.
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Queen Elizabeth Park
Peaceful park located on a hill overlooking the city.
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Robson Street
Vancouver's premier shopping boulevard is lined with restaurants serving food from all over the world.
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Sea to Sky Highway
A two-lane scenic highway passes both the Pacific Ocean and rugged mountain peaks.
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