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Concierge Recommends: Fall & Winter 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.

Neighbourhoods & Attractions

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

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, breweries and Kid’s market. Open daily from 9 am- 6 pm. 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. See Concierge for $2 off coupons.
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!). See Concierge for discount coupons.
www.flyovercanada.com

Vancouver Art Gallery
(across the street from Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 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
www.vanartgallery.bc.ca

Science World
(10 min taxi) Hands-on science exhibits, demonstrations, and the spectacular Omnimax Theatre. “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, cobblestone pavement, and antique street lanterns. It is a great place to shop for souvenirs and 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 3 department stores! Lots of shopping fun and a food court for a quick bite. www.cfpacificcentre.com

Robson Street
A boutique and restaurant district is located one block south of the hotel. Enjoy the cafés or fashion stores.
www.robsonstreet.ca

Capilano Suspension Bridge
(30 min shuttle) Enjoy the world-famous Capilano Suspension Bridge, the seven bridges of Treetops Adventure, and the thrilling Cliffwalk. Free shuttle departing from the Hyatt Hotel. Please see the Concierge to issue admission tickets.
www.capbridge.com

Grouse Mountain

Enjoy winter activities on the mountain including skiing, snowboarding, ice-skating, snowshoeing, and sliding zone. All bookings for the Fondue experience at the Observatory restaurant receive complimentary Skyride access from 4 pm (2 & 3 courses available).  Open daily from 9 am-9 pm.
www.grousemountain.com

Sea To Sky Gondola
(65 min shuttle)
45 minutes from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway. A Gondola ride to 2900 feet above sea level provides access to viewing platforms, walking trails, and a remarkable suspension bridge. www.seatoskygondola.com

Activities

Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus
See the city at your own pace and check out Vancouver’s main attractions departing every 80 minutes 10:15 am-4:25 pm. $59 per person (2 hrs – 8 hrs). www.westcoastsightseeing.com

Vancouver City Highlights
Enjoy a tour to get oriented to the city. Highlights include 1 stop in Stanley Park, as well as shopping and dining at Granville Island Public Market (1hr stop). $75-$89 per person (3.5hrs). Extended 6.5hr tour $144 – $159 per person, including Capilano Bridge/Hatchery.

Victoria Tours
One of the most popular excursions and the best way to visit our provincial capital and the world-renowned gardens in just one day. The tour includes a 1 ½ hour cruise across the Strait of Georgia, free time to explore downtown Victoria and time at the world-famous Butchart Gardens. $249 – $265 per person (13hr).

Whistler Tours
Escape the city and wind along fjords and inlets, and ascend into the coastal mountains. The journey is as awesome as the destination. $205-$214 per person (10hr).

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.vancouverwinetours.com

Cycle City Rentals and Tours
648 Hornby St (3 min walk)
Enjoy Vancouver like a 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 10% off coupon or tour reservation at 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.comLet us arrange a personal tour of the city (minimum 4 hours). We can also arrange private tours of North Vancouver, Whistler, Victoria, Sea/Falls & Mountains, or a Fraser Valley Wine adventure.

Harbour Air Seaplanes
(15 min walk)
Harbour Air departs from Coal Harbour daily and offers scenic tours or Vancouver and multiple destinations. (Spend the Day in Victoria $545, Whistler $475, Lakes & Glaciers $395. 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 the Sea to Sky region. Create a unique personalized charter experience with rates starting at $359. www.helijet.com www.skyhelicopters.ca

French Onion Soup at Notch8 at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

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Copper sign for Hotel Vancouver in autumn

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Little girl decorating a Christmas tree at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

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Cherry blossoms with downtown skyline in background Image: Destination Vancouver/Vision Event Photography Inc.

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