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Vancouver Lookout

After hotel pickup, visit Canada Place, which is home to one of the greenest convention centers in the world. Drive through Downtown Vancouver, the public library, and the Olympic Cauldron - a massive torch built for the 2010 Olympic games. Next attraction Stanley Park, one of the most visited places in British Columbia. Marvel at First National totem poles in Brockton Point and learn about the native people who once inhabited the area. Cross the historic Lions Gate Bridge built in 1938, before stopping at Lynn Canyon Park and Suspension Bridge. Pass by Capilano Lake and Cleveland Dam, Vancouver's resource for drinking water. Here, you'll have the option to visit Capilano Suspension Bridge (admission required). Along the way, you also stop at Cypress Mountain Outlook and Horseshoe Bay Village, a beautiful marina with a ferry terminal to the gulf islands. Afterwards, drive back for the second half of Stanley Park to Prospect Point, a lookout at the North Shore from the highest elevation in the park. We’ll also stop at Hollow Tree, a 700 year old western red cedar with a 110 years of photographed memories. Enjoy promenading Public Market in Granville Island, where you will explore the local artist boutiques, gourmet delicatessen, street artists, boats, and seagulls. Enjoy a stunning view of Yale Town across the Burrard Inlet. Continue your tour to Chinatown and Olympic Village to see where the athletes stayed for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. Before returning to Canada Place or your hotel, you'll have the opportunity to walk through Gastown, down the historic Water Street and through the mix of fancy coffee shops, restaurants, gift stores, and boutiques.

Your scenic small group tour will begin with your tour guide picking you up directly from your downtown Vancouver hotel. Your adventure starts with a narrated drive through some of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the heart of Vancouver, taking you by multiple points of interest, notable sights, and landmarks while sharing their knowledge of the city and its rich history. Upon arrival at the Vancouver lookout, in the heart of downtown, you will be whisked up 553 feet in a glass elevator to experience a 360-degree view of the city. Take in the surrounding beauty and enjoy some time at leisure before returning to ground level. Once you are back on the ground, your guide will introduce you to the world-famous natural beauty of the west coast on a drive through Stanley Park. With its breathtaking ocean view, lush rainforest and majestic mountains, it is no wonder the park was named "top park in the entire world" by Trip Advisor in 2014. From there, you will venture outside of the city and bask in the beauty of the surrounding mountains and landscapes where the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge awaits you. Muster up the courage to cross the swinging bridge 230 feet above the river. But the adventure is not over yet, once you have completed the bridge, it is time to get your adrenaline pumping at the Cliffwalk®, arguably more exhilarating than the bridge itself. Next, even more breathtaking views from the Skyride up to the peak of Grouse Mountain. Atop the famous mountain is where you will be treated to a fantastic scenic meal at Altitude Restaraunt. After a full day of adventure, your guide will take you back to your downtown Vancouver hotel where you can relax, unwind, and reflect on the memories of the day.

The adventure begins with pickup from your hotel, then sets off into the bustling streets of Vancouver. Start with a comprehensive tour of the downtown area, including Canada Place, home to the 2010 Olympic Cauldron. Marvel at the array of architectural masterpieces as you wander, and pass by the Arts and Financial District as well as Robson Street. Arrive at Stanley Park, a 1000-acre urban rainforest. Immerse yourself in this unique forest setting, and admire the First Nations Totem Poles. Head to North Vancouver next, crossing over the Lions Gate Bridge towards Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.  Check out the park’s impressive collection of First Nations artwork and learn about local history in the Story Center. Stop at the spectacular Cliffwalk and gaze out across the towering cedar trees and the winding Capilano River. Enjoy an exhilarating walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge then travel back into downtown Vancouver for a visit to the bustling Granville Island Market.

This private tour of culturally rich Vancouver begins with an introduction to key downtown including Canada Place and Robson Street. Wind through historic and modern architectural wonders en-route to Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre natural oasis, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. View the First Nations Totem Poles, and gaze upon ever-changing rainforest and shoreline scenery on the way through the park. Get your camera ready for a photo stop at Prospect Point, with a great view of Lions Gate Bridge. Continue to the enchanting sights of the English Bay beach area, followed by a visit to the eclectic Granville Island Market. Top off this adventure with a choice to visit the VanDusen Botanical Garden or the Vancouver Lookout. In addition to plants native to British Columbia and water features, the garden features works of art including carved totem poles, stone sculptures, and a maze for the family to enjoy. At the Vancouver Lookout, rise more than 500 feet above the city in a glass elevator for views of the ocean framed by the lush Coastal Mountains, busy city, and rugged shoreline.