3 Days in Vancouver: Mountains, Sea and Stanley Park

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πŸ“ Vancouver, CanadaπŸ—“ 3 daysπŸ‘₯ Outdoor fans and foodies

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3Days
9Stops
3Meal tips
About Β£120-200 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget

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Three days in Vancouver: Stanley Park, Granville Island, Capilano Suspension Bridge and a day trip to Whistler or Victoria. Book ahead in summer.

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Day by day

Black and white photo of the Parliament Building in Victoria, BC, showcasing its historic architecture.
1

Stanley Park

09:30

Stanley Park Seawall

Cycle the 9 km path.

πŸ“ Stanley Park⏱ 2.5 hoursπŸ’· ~CAD 15 bike
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13:00

Granville Island Public Market

Food stalls.

πŸ“ Granville Island⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· ~CAD 15
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16:00

English Bay sunset

Beach walk.

πŸ“ English Bay⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· Free
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🍽 Where to eat

dinnerSushi or seafoodPacific Northwest Β· $$
Explore the stunning Vancouver skyline with a picturesque waterfront. Perfect for travel and cityscape enthusiasts.
2

North Shore

09:30

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Bridge and treetop walk.

πŸ“ North Vancouver⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· ~CAD 70
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πŸ’‘ Busy; go early.
12:30

Grouse Mountain

Gondola with views.

πŸ“ North Vancouver⏱ 3 hoursπŸ’· ~CAD 70
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18:00

Lonsdale Quay

Market.

πŸ“ North Vancouver⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· ~CAD 20
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🍽 Where to eat

lunchLunchPacific Northwest Β· $$
Bronze sculptures laughing in a wintery urban setting with high-rise buildings.
3

Whistler or Victoria

08:00

Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler

Scenic drive.

πŸ“ Whistler⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· ~CAD 45 bus
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10:30

Peak 2 Peak Gondola

Alpine views.

πŸ“ Whistler⏱ 3 hoursπŸ’· ~CAD 90
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17:00

Return

Evening.

πŸ“ Vancouver⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· Included
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🍽 Where to eat

lunchLunch in Whistler VillageCanadian Β· $$

Good to know

✈️ Getting thereVancouver Airport connects by Canada Line in 25 minutes.
πŸš† Getting aroundSkyTrain, buses and SeaBus; use a Compass card.
πŸ’· CurrencyCanadian dollar (CAD). Tipping 15-20%.
πŸ—£ LanguageEnglish.

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