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Vancouver's North Shore

· North Vancouver, BC

Why you should go…

Vancouver's North Shore Tourism Association markets the North Shore region as a collaboration between the City of North Vancouver, the District of North Vancouver and the District of West Vancouver. The organization promotes the area's mountains, trails, attractions, dining and accommodations to visitors. Its official visitor site covers things to do across all three North Shore municipalities.

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  • #mountains
  • #hiking
  • #sightseeing
  • #outdoor

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Vancouver's North Shore, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Iconic

    Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

    $50+

    Vancouver's famous 460-foot suspension bridge above the Capilano River, with treetop walkways and a cliffside walk.

    2.1 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Stay
    Outdoor Adventure

    Capilano River RV Park

    $50+

    Full-hookup RV campground near the Capilano River with a pool and hot tub.

    2.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Stay

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Vancouver Aquarium

    $50+

    Canada's largest aquarium in Stanley Park, home to more than 65,000 animals across indoor and outdoor exhibits.

    2.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Family Favorite

    Gray Line Vancouver Trolley Tours

    $25–$50

    Hop-on hop-off trolley tours through downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, and Granville Island with onboard commentary.

    4.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Bowen Island

    Free

    Official visitor guide to Bowen Island, a short ferry ride from Vancouver in Howe Sound.

    12 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Quirky Fun

    Point Roberts

    Free

    Chamber of commerce for the isolated US exclave community of Point Roberts, reachable overland only through Canada.

    23 mi awayMore like this