Things to do in Vancouver and Vancouver Attractions

There are many things to do in Vancouver and local attractions and activities. Vancouver BC is a very multicultural place. Vancouver BC offers lots of local concerts, events and festive celebrations.

Here are just some of the local Vancouver attractions and activities to enjoy.

THINGS TO DO IN VANCOUVER

PNE & Playland – http://www.pne.ca/

Come celebrate 100 years of fun with us! With over 800 performances and exhibits and more than 50 thrilling rides & attractions, the Fair at the PNE is definitely the best part of summer! Don’t miss the legendary Summer Night Concerts, the new 100 Years of Fun Anniversary daily Parade, Super Dogs and the night time finale, Kaboom!

2010 Playland Season Hours of Operation:

The Vancouver Zoo – http://www.gvzoo.com/

The largest zoo in Aldergrove, British Columbia (about 30 mins east of Vancouver). It has over 800 animals on 120 acres of parkland. The Zoo features animal exhibits, a play ground, picnic area, gift shops and the Safari Grill Restaurant.

Summer Season Hours of Operation:

Winter Season Hours of Operation:
October 1 – April 30 9:00am – 4:00pm

The Vancouver Aquarium – http://www.vanaqua.org/

The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre is a self–supporting, non–profit association dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through display and interpretation, education, research, and direct action. The Aquarium is home to over 70,000 amazing animals. Each year 80,000 school children learn about aquatic life through our school programs. 980 people volunteer at the Aquarium, logging 58,000 hours of service in 2008. More than 35,000,000 people have visited the Aquarium since 1956. The Aquarium's 20,000 member–households represent a total of 55,000 people who support the Aquarium. Located in Stanley Park, the Aquarium is open to visitors from around the world 365 days a year.

Hours of Operation:

9:30AM – 7:00 PM daily (Doors close at 6:45 PM)

Land/Sea Tours – http://www.vancouvertours.com/

Experience the beauty of British Columbia with Landsea Tours, where the journey is just as important as the destination. For 25 years, Landsea Tours, a family owned and operated company, has been pleased to offer a variety of half–day and full–day sightseeing excursions around south western British Columbia. We strive to address the needs of today’s diverse travelers with exceptional vacation experiences, full of discovery and insight on board our environmentally friendly fleet of 24 passenger mini–buses.

Tourism Vancouver – http://www.tourismvancouver.com/visitors/

Welcome to Vancouver, host city for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Making your way to Vancouver for the first time, or just looking to learn more about the city, whether you've been here or not? This section is full of what you need to get to know Vancouver, from history and geography to a guide to Metro Vancouver's municipalities and the straight facts on the weather.

Shop in Vancouver – http://www.shopinvancouver.com/

Shop in Vancouver, saving you time and money! Shop local stores in Vancouver. Compare prices, print coupons, find directions and buy online from stores and boutiques.

Shops/markets in Vancouver – http://govancouver.about.com/od/letsgoshopping/Shops_Markets_Malls_A_Visitors_Guide.htm

Vancouver is a shopaholics paradise with it's famous Robson Street and numerous malls, and markets. You will find everything you need, from Gucci to Old Navy while visiting Vancouver, as well as some top souvenir shops. You will find hotel shops, outlet stores, shopping malls, supermarkets, pharmacies, budget shops and department stores. Get out there and get shopping!

Vancouver is truly one of the world's most beautiful and most perfect places to visit or live. It is a sophisticated, fun loving, outdoor living city with a vibrant, prosperous downtown core.