City explorations
There's no better way to get to know a place than on your own
two feet – and there's always a new side of this multifaceted city
to see. Vancouver's myriad tour services will walk you through
every neighbourhood, culture and culinary delight this city has
to offer.
Sewell's Marina Sea Safari
Fishing charters
Salmon fishing is a local tradition and a highly popular activity for visitors.
Fully equipped and guided saltwater fishing charters such as Bites-On
Salmon Charters depart from marinas in downtown and throughout the
city. Plus, with more than 7,000 square miles of lakes and rivers, British
Columbia boasts unrivalled freshwater fishing.
River rafting
Attendees of all fitness and adventure levels will enjoy the thrill of guided
whitewater rafting on the Chilliwack, Elaho-Squamish, Green, Thompson
and Nahatlatch rivers.
Marine adventures
Popular destinations for scuba diving enthusiasts include the artificial reef
created by sunken ships at Porteau Cove Provincial Park as well as the
waters off Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver. Your attendees can also
enjoy an ecotour on a thrilling and scenic sea safari with Sewell's Marina.
Fishing at Fraser River Lodge
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things to see & do
Vancouver is home to its fair share of architectural marvels,
and neighbourhood tours hosted by the Architectural
Institute of British Columbia or the Vancouver Heritage
Foundation offer up fascinating insights into both modern and
historical architecture.
To see even more of the city, hop on a bike with Cycle City
Tours to follow a memorably scenic route around Vancouver
and pick up some intriguing trivia along the way.
Discover some of Vancouver's darkest secrets, greatest dramas
and most shocking history on a compelling and intrigue-filled
walking tour with Forbidden Vancouver or The Tour Guys.
From bargain finds to haute couture, Vancouver is a shopaholic's
dream – shop the city's hidden gems on a guided shopping
adventure with Shopabout Tours.
Treat your taste buds on a culinary tour led by a local chef or
foodie – get a taste of local cuisine on a walk around downtown
that combines fresh air with fabulous food, refine your palette
on a wine-tasting tour with RunawayGrape, or pick up some
cooking tips on a guided tour of the Granville Island Public
Market with Edible Canada.
Granville Island Food Tour
TVan photos: Sewell's Marina; Rob Gilbert;Fraser River Fishing Lodge
