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Welcome to Vancouver, a cosmopolitan
city renowned for its award-winning
cuisine, world-class shopping, familyfriendly attractions and a vibrant arts and
music scene – all set against a pictureperfect backdrop of skyscraping mountains,
world's most liveable year after year. In fact,
we often say that visitors travel to Vancouver
for the same reason that residents put down
roots here: to experience the city's unique
blend of culture, natural beauty and yearround activities.
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lush green forests and sparkling blue
ocean. If you ask us, it's the best of both
worlds – a balance of urban culture and
sophistication with the rugged adventure
of the great outdoors.
People from dozens of countries have made
Vancouver their home, adding to the rich,
cultural mosaic that contributes to the
city's distinction of being named one of the
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Wondering what to see first? Drop by
our newly renovated Visitor Centre at
200 Burrard Street to get recommendations
and maps from a trained staff member,
or ask one of the City Host volunteers
stationed around the city.
Vancouver truly has something for everyone,
and we invite you to discover everything it
has for you.
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