Visit Vancouver - The DON'Ts of Vancouver, BC Canada
Discover Vancouver, Canada's stunning West Coast jewel, through this curated guide. From the historic charm of Gastown to the natural beauty of Stanley Park and the cultural richness of UBC, explore the city's diverse offerings and unique landmarks.
Downtown Eastside
The Downtown East Side is an area with a high population of homeless people and drug issues, which tourists may want to avoid exploring.
Canada Place
Canada Place is mentioned as a place to see the Olympic torch.
Gastown
Gastown is recommended to visit to see the steam clock, even though it is a touristy thing to do.
Vancouver Art Gallery
The Vancouver Art Gallery is one of the museums mentioned as an alternative to outdoor activities.
Vancouver Maritime Museum
The Maritime Museum is mentioned as one of the museums to visit in Vancouver.
Granville Island
Granville Island is described as a super touristy but totally worth-it place to visit, especially the public market where you can try salmon candy and other foods.
Stanley Park
Stanley Park is described as a gorgeous, thousand-acre park right in downtown Vancouver where tourists can visit and should avoid riding a bike in the opposite direction of the arrows.
Grouse Mountain
Grouse Mountain is the closest mountain to Vancouver, where you can go skiing and do the Grouse Grind, but it is not recommended to go down it.
Capilano Suspension Bridge
The Capilano Suspension Bridge is a cool suspension bridge through the forest with beautiful views, but it is not recommended for people who are scared of heights.
University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia is mentioned as a place you may need to take a taxi to because the bus takes a while to get there.
Museum of Anthropology at UBC
The Museum of Anthropology is described as having an amazing collection of totem poles and relics from all over the world and from the First Nations people around Vancouver; it is considered a favorite museum.