With an energetic and sophisticated vibe, downtown Vancouver plays host to numerous world-class activities year round. Read our activities section for tips.
Spring is Happening in Vancouver!
No matter where you look, it’s hard not to notice the first signs of spring: young leafy tendrils poking up from the earth, newly blossomed branches of yellow forsythia swaying gently in the breeze or full on pink frothiness of Japanese cherry blossoms decorating parks, city streets and even in the courtyards of downtown.
Takin’ a Look At Vancouver’s Visitor Centre
Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, equipped with self service internet stations, free wi-fi and highly trained staff, this bright, newly revovated space complete with a Living Wall of plants provides outstanding assistance where you can get some great advice on where to go and what to see in the city.
Walkin’ Around Coal Harbour, Vancouver
What’s the #1 New Year’s Resolution on most everyone’s list? Without a doubt, it would have to be keeping or getting fit, fitter and fittest. And what better way to kick start the year than to go for a walk especially when your route takes you by some of the most fascinating public art pieces in the downtown area, conveniently located near The Auberge Hotel, so lace up your running shoes and just do it!
Along For The Ride With The Vancouver Trolley Company
You can embark on a hop on, hop off sightseeing tour in virtually any large city in the world, but the Vancouver Trolley Company prides itself on being a little unique from it’s competitors.
Letting Off Some Steam in Gastown
Every day rain or shine, a crowd of visitors is clustered around Cambie and Water Streets with cameras at the ready, looking up and waiting expectantly for the exact moment to happen.
Due to an exceptionally mild winter here on the West Coast, spring has sprung much earlier than usually anticipated signaling the beloved cherry blossom season. It’s been commented that Vancouver’s blossoms rival those in Japan; with all the pomp and pageantry but far fewer crowds and none of the congested thoroughfares.
Say hello to the Year of the Horse! Ushering in a year that will have rapid change, greater momentum and the opportunity to embark on more dynamic initiatives; a fitting description for the Chinese zodiac’s animal for 2026.