Concierge Recommends: Spring & Summer Activities
In Vancouver, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to incredible activities. Whether within our hotel walls or in the city itself, our knowledgeable concierge team takes great delight in sharing advice, so that you can make the most of your time here. The team is also pleased to assist you in securing restaurant reservations to ensure the most memorable dining experience possible. If you are staying at Fairmont Gold, please contact our Fairmont Gold dedicated Concierge team for a more personalized service.
Attractions & Neighbourhoods
Stanley Park: (20 min walk) 1000 acre park– perfect for strolling, biking and running. It is home to multiple beaches, tennis courts and playgrounds.
Vancouver Aquarium: (30 min walk) From sea otters to sea lions, seals and penguins, the aquarium is a must-visit for all ages. www.vanaqua.org
Vancouver Public Library: (10 min walk) A coliseum inspired design including a roof top garden on the 9th floor, 350 West Georgia St. Vpl.ca
Horse Drawn Carriage: (10 min taxi) Travel back in time with a slow paced tour of Stanley Park in an old-fashioned tram, including a stop at the Totem Poles. www.stanleypark.com
Granville Island: (20 min walk) Enjoy the large farmer’s market as well as numerous arts and craft stalls, galleries, cafes, restaurants, brewery and Kid’s market. Open daily from 9am- 6pm. www.granvilleisland.com
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Garden: (15 min walk) Enjoy the Ming Dynasty Scholars’s garden, the first of its kind built outside of China. www.vancouverchinesegarden.com
The Vancouver Look Out: (15 min walk) Take Vancouver Sightseeing to a whole new level with a bird’s eye view of the city. www.vancouverlookout.com
Fly Over Canada: (15 min walk) Soar from coast to coast on a breathtaking aerial journey through the latest in 4D virtual flight ride technology (complete with wind, scents, mist and sound!). www.flyovercanada.com
Vancouver Art Gallery: (across the street from us on Hornby Street) The Vancouver Art Gallery offers changing exhibitions of traditional and contemporary works in various media. Permanent displays include paintings by renowned BC artist Emily Carr. Closed Tue, open late Thu/Fri. See Concierge for discount coupons. www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
Science World: (10 min taxi) Hands-on science exhibits, demonstrations, Dream Tomorrow Today: slide into the future featuring interactive challenges, “Kids Zone” on the 2nd floor. www.scienceworld.ca
Yaletown: (20 min walk) Vancouver’s trendy and upscale renovated warehouse district. This fresh urban neighbourhood is an easy 20-minute walk from downtown. www.yaletowninfo.com
Gastown: (15 min walk) This quaint area is notable for its distinctive architecture, cobble stone pavement and antique street lanterns. It is a great place to shop for souvenirs, Inuit art or to discover the talents of emerging local clothing and furniture designers. www.gastown.org
Pacific Centre Mall: Located two blocks east of the hotel and offers over 140 shops, including 2 department stores! Lots of shopping fun and also has a food court for a quick lunch. www.cfpacificcentre.com
Robson Street: A boutique and restaurant district located one block south of the hotel. Every step down Robson St. will bring you to a new café or lead into a fashionable store. www.robsonstreet.ca
Capilano Suspension Bridge: (30 min shuttle) Enjoy the world famous Capilano Suspension Bridge and the thrilling Cliffwalk. Free shuttle departing from the Hyatt Hotel. Please see Concierge to issue admission tickets. Note: Treetops Adventure Closure for Maintenance until May 31st, 2024. Capbridge.com
Grouse Mountain: Take the Grouse Mountain Skyride to The Peak of Vancouver and enjoy the panoramic views of the city while exploring the outdoor activities. Visit the 2 resident grizzly bears, Grinder and Coola. Please see Concierge for admission tickets. Grousemountain.com
North Vancouver/The Shipyards: (Hop on the Seabus from Waterfront Station) Enjoy 73 eateries, 65 boutiques, 6 breweries and 2 galleries. Theshipyardsdistrict.ca
Sea To Sky Gondola (65 min shuttle) 45 minutes from Vancouver along the picturesque Sea to Sky Highway. Gondola ride to 2900 feet above sea level provides access to viewing platforms, walking trails, and a remarkable suspension bridge. Seatoskygondola.com
Activities
Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus
See the city at your own pace and check out Vancouver’s main attractions. www.westcoastsightseeing.com
Vancouver City Highlights (4.5hrs).
Enjoy a tour to get oriented to the city. Highlights include 2 stops in Stanley Park, shop or eat at Granville Island Public Market, enjoy the city views at the Vancouver Lookout tower. Extended tour including Capilano Bridge/Hatchery (6.5hr).
Victoria Tours (13hr)
One of the most popular excursions and the best way to visit our provincial capital and the world-renowned gardens in just one day. Tour includes 1 ½ hour cruise across the Strait of Georgia, free time to explore downtown Victoria, time at the world famous Butchart Gardens.
Whistler Tours (10hr)
Escape the city and wind along fjords and inlets, ascend into the coastal mountains. The journey is as awesome as the destination.
Brewery & Winery Tours
With over 40 local breweries in the Vancouver area, there is a beer for everyone. For wine lovers, their tour takes you to explore the Fraser Valley.
www.canadiancrafttours.ca www.vineandhops.ca
Cycle City Rentals and Tours 648 Hornby St (3 min walk)
Enjoy Vancouver like local on a bike! Choose from a bike or e-bike rental or a guided tour of the City or Stanley Park. Come see us for a $2 off coupon or tour reservation www.cyclevancouver.com
Forbidden Walking Tours
Roam the city with their expert guides for a one-of-a-kind walking tour and hear the scintillating stories of Vancouver’s secret past. www.forbiddenvancouver.ca
Vancouver Mysteries
Explore downtown Vancouver and collect clues while a mystery unfolds. Teams complete challenges and collect points during these real-life adventures. www.vancouvermysteries.com
Toonie Tours
Offer free walking tours of Vancouver (gratuity based) as well as bike tours, craft coffee and craft beer tours and private tours.
Vancouver Harbour Cruises 501 Denman St (5 min taxi)
Enjoy Vancouver’s harbour with a one hour city tour, 4 hour luncheon cruise or a three and a half sunset dinner cruise. www.boatcruises.com
Deep Cove Kayak
Kayak, paddleboard or canoe on Indian Arm, a spectacular fjord surrounded by majestic mountains and filled with rich marine life. 30 min drive to Deep Cove www.deepcovekayak.com
Squamish Rafting Company
Boutique-style half, full & multi-day whitewater rafting. All tours include delicious food, free professional photos & all required river and safety gear. No experience needed. www.squamish-rafting.com
Salmon Fishing
There’s no better place for salt water fishing enthusiasts than Vancouver. Half or full-day fishing excursions are available with the following recommend companies:
www.bites-on.com, www.bonchovy.com
Sea Vancouver Boat Tours
Explore Vancouver’s spectacular waterfront on a 90 min zodiac ride departing from Granville Island. www.seavancouver.com
Sewell’s Marina Boat Rentals (Horseshoe Bay 30 min drive)
Rent your own speed boat and explore the islands, islets and coves of Howe Sound. www.sewellsmarina.com
Vancouver Water Adventures Granville Island (10 min taxi) Cruise around the harbour in a kayak or on a paddleboard or speed things up with a Jet Ski rental. Boat tours also available with a minimum of 4 people. www.vancouverwateradventures.com
Whale Watching
Half day whale watching excursions from Granville Island with Wild Whales Vancouver www.whalesvancouver.ca and Prince of Whales www.princeofwhales.com
Or half day excursions from historic Steveston Village (45 min drive) with Vancouver Whale Watch www.vancouverwhalewatch.com and Steveston Seabreeze www.seabreezeadventrues.ca
Harbour Air Seaplanes (15 min walk)
Harbour Air departs from Coal Harbour daily and offers scenic tours or Vancouver and the islands. They also offer scheduled flights to Victoria, Nanaimo, Sechelt, Comox, and the Gulf Islands. Please see Concierge for reservations. www.harbourair.ca
Helijet and Sky Helicopters
Experience the amazing sights of Vancouver and Sea to Sky region. Select a scheduled tour or create a unique personalized charter experience. www.helijet.com
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