Your Vancouver In-Travel Guide
Prepare for your time in Vancouver, British Columbia with our comprehensive destination guide. Below, you'll find helpful information—including weather, transit, and upcoming events—along with our top recommendations for dining, activities, and optional add-ons for your journey. You can also download a PDF version of this guide for Vancouver, or download all of our Canadian destinations in one convenient file.
Know Before You Go
Vancouver PDF Guide
Download, print, or save our Vancouver PDF guide to keep thoughtfully curated travel recommendations and essential information close at hand throughout your journey.
Each guide features helpful details about our Guest Centres, along with our recommendations for restaurants, attractions, and must-do experiences in every destination.
Things to Do
Stanley Park & Seawall
Explore Vancouver's largest green space during a bike ride or walk along the famous Seawall. You'll also find a golf course, restaurants, tennis courts, forest trails, beaches, and the Vancouver Aquarium.
Granville Island Public Market
Foodies and art & design enthusiasts will want to visit Granville Island, home to a public market with 300+ local artisans. Find a collection of shops, galleries, and restaurants on the waters of False Creek.
Photo credit: Mia de Jesus
Vancouver Lookout
Ride a glass elevator up 168 metres for stunning 360° views of Vancouver and the North Shore mountains.
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art
Celebrate the diversity of Indigenous Northwest Coast art, sculptures, and carvings. Established in 2008, the gallery stands as a tribute to legendary Haida master artist, Bill Reid.
Photo credit: Sama Jim Canzian
Grouse Mountain
Ride the gondola to the peak of Grouse Mountain, take in sweeping city views from mountaintop restaurants, and visit two resident grizzly bear cubs, Grinder and Coola.
Eat & Drink
Notch8 Restaurant & Bar
Luxurious contemporary dining inspired by the romance of travel in the 1930s. Upscale menus offer elevated cuisine, cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
Joe Fortes Steak & Seafood
Award-winning fine dining with fresh seafood, steak, rooftop patio, and oyster bar. This restaurant has been a Vancouver special since 1985.
Homer St. Cafe & Bar
Vintage cafe set inside a heritage space with handcrafted cocktails and upscale dishes, including weekend brunch.
Photo credit: Steve Daniel
Tap & Barrel
Modern pub-style cuisine with a large patio overlooking the ocean. A great place for people-watching after exploring the city.
Photo credit: Sara
Breka Bakery & Cafe
Regularly voted one of the city's best bakeries and cafes, this 24-hour Vancouver mainstay offers fresh coffee, bread, pastries, sandwiches, and more.
Photo credit: Deepthi Clicks
Due to high visitor numbers, we highly recommend making dinner reservations in advance of travel, with the exception of rail travel days, as Rocky Mountaineer is occasionally subject to unforeseen delays, and arrival times cannot be guaranteed.
Optional Tours & Add-Ons
Additional Blogs & Resources
Read our blogs linked below for more recommendations and tips for exploring our destinations.
How to Spend a Day in Downtown Vancouver
From the famous Gastown steam clock to the North Shore, here are some of our favourite ways to spend a day in Vancouver without straying too far from the city center.
Top Vancouver Experiences to Pair with Your Rocky Mountaineer Journey
If you’ve already booked your Rocky Mountaineer journey to Vancouver, this curated guide of add-on excursions and experiences will help you add a few more unforgettable moments to your itinerary.
The Best Things to Do in Vancouver, Recommended by a Local
Discover the Vancouver's best spots just as a local would. Experience the city’s charm with local recommendations featuring hidden gem restaurants, scenic parks, and vibrant arts and culture.
How can we help?
Our team is available seven days a week to help answer any questions you may have about your journey. If you are currently in one of our destinations, you can visit any of our Rocky Mountaineer Guest Centres for in-person support or contact us via one of the methods in the link below.
