Skybridge to Richmond : South of Vancouver Richmond is not scenic city at first glance. But the airport locale is packed with sightseeing attraions from a renowned Buddhist temple to the picturesque former fishing village of Steveston (filled with waterfront restaurants and restored old boatsheds). Located in the latter the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site is one of the most historic settings in Richmond and it relays the history of the West Coast fishing industry. Many also visit Richmond simply to shop due to its large malls with imported Asian goods and vibrant night markets taking place on summer weekends.
Tips and Tours Visit to Vancouver: sightseeing; Vancouver s a big city and it can be somewhat confusing with the water and bridges. Agreat way to see the attractions and get acquainted with the layout of the city is on a Hop on Hop off Bus Tour or Hop on Hop off trolley Tour. The bus tour stops at 24 locations and trolley stops at 36 points of interest. Tickets are vaild for either one or two days for both of these tours.
Day Trips: Vancouver Island is one of Canada's most beautiful destinations and it's less than hours away by ferry from Vancouver. One of the easiest ways to see a bit of the island including the beautiful provincial capital of Victoria is on a Vancouver to Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour. This tour take you by bus and scenic Terry ride through the Gulf Islands to victoria where you'll have time to explore the city and see the famous But Butchart Gardebs located just outside the city. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop off round trip ferry bus and admission to the gardens.
Vancouver for Sightseeing : To experience the best of Vancouver it's a good idea to stay right downtown. Vancouver has a vibrant and active city center where people live work and play. Many of the top attractions including Stanley Park English Bay Robson Street Gastow and Granville Island are located in the city center along with great shopping and dining. Below are e highly rated hotels in convenient locations.
Luxury Hotels : With a superb location looking out over Vancouver Harbour Stanley Park and the North Shore Mountains the Fairmont Pacific Rim is one of the citys finest hotels. Just off Robson street near the famous Vancouver Public Library the boutique l Hermitage Hotel is a great luxury option for families or groups with regular rooms and multi room suites with kitchens. Near Robson Square the Rosewood Hotel Georgia first opened in 1927 is one of Vancouver's classic luxury hotels in the heart of downtown.