Van Dusen Gardens - A Place to Relax and other Vancouver, Canada Off The Beaten Path Tips

Van Dusen Gardens Fountain

When you've realized you've crammed too much into your itinerary in Vancouver then I'd suggest you take a trip to Van Dusen Gardens (at 37th & Oak). It includes an expansive array of different scenery with plants from all over the world. Bring a picnic lunch and/or a book and just relax. The cost is minimal.

On your way back walk east on 33rd Avenue past my old high school, Eric Hamber, and up the hill to Queen Elizabeth Park, also known as "Little Mountain". This venue also features a wonderful garden, albeit on a much smaller scale. The main gardens here are free but the enclosed conservatory does have a fee.

Leave a Comment

Phone: 604.878.9274
Website: www.vandusengarden.org

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Visiting Vancouver?

Read reviews about Vancouver Hotels

Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

Off The Beaten Path: Inukshuk Statue

Tip Rating:

Updated by rmdw

on Nov 16, 2003

Inukshuk Statue - Stanley Park

Seawall

This interesting statue was built by the people of the Northwest Territories and first featured at Expo '86. It's now permanently situated along the Stanley Park Seawall, just east of English Bay.

As you're walking along the seashore of Vancouver, look carefully for smaller versions of rock balancing performed by anonymous artists.

Leave a Comment

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Off The Beaten Path: Cherry Blossoms in the Spring

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Jul 7, 2003

Japanese Cherry Blossoms

At some point in the Spring, these beautiful Japanese cherry blossoms come to life, changing the ambience of many streets throughout Vancouver.

Leave a Comment

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Lynn Canyon: Lynn Canyon - Vancouver's FREE Suspension Bridge!

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Sep 10, 2003

Lynn Canyon Suspension

Bridge

Many people who come to Vancouver want to walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge. While there's nothing wrong with that, it is rather expensive and quite touristy.

Not too far away is a free suspension bridge across Lynn Canyon. It is not quite as long as the one at Capilano but it is equally thrilling to walk across. And the nature park on the other side is beautiful. Be sure to walk down to the deep pools of water; they're absolutely spectacular.

You can either drive up to Lynn Canyon or take a 30-minute bus ride on Bus #229 from Lonsdale Quay (the North Van Seabus terminal).

Leave a Comment

Phone: 604-981-3103
Website: http://www.dnv.org/ecology
Other Contact: ecocentre@dnv.org

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Lynn Canyon: Lynn Canyon - The treasure beyond the bridge

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Aug 7, 2004

The Lynn Canyon pool

If you can find the courage to cross the suspension bridge, then be sure to walk down the path (about 10 minutes) to the stunning blue-green pool being fed by a somewhat hidden waterfall.

You won't be disappointed!

Leave a Comment

Website: http://www.dnv.org/ecology/see_do/see_do.html

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Visiting Vancouver?

Read reviews about Vancouver Hotels

Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

Off The Beaten Path: Coal Harbour

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Feb 16, 2004

The New Coal Harbour

If you'd like to see the latest display of architecture in Vancouver then head down to Coal Harbour (north of Georgia Street, beside Stanley Park). Here you will see a virtual forest of green-blue glass towers.

With the city's growing population and limited space building upward really is the only possibility.

I think right now the area looks too "sanitized" but hopefully over time a sense of community will develop.

Leave a Comment

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Off The Beaten Path: Take a Harbour Cruise!

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Jun 20, 2004

Vancouver Harbour Cruise

If the weather is sunny then try taking a cruise around Vancouver. The one I went on took us all the way up to "Indian Arm", northeast of Vancouver.

The scenery was absolutely beautiful. I even learned several things about my home town that I didn't know before. Most inspiring!

The food was above average though not life-changing. The service needs much improvement!

Leave a Comment

Phone: (604) 688-7246
Website: http://boatcruises.com
Other Contact: tours@boatcruises.com

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Off The Beaten Path: Dale Chihuly Art

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Jul 3, 2004

Dale Chihuly Art in Vancouver

If you'd like to see a small, but wonderful display of Dale Chihuly's art in Vancouver then go to Georgia & Bute (a few blocks west of Burrard) and look at the building on the SW corner.

It's just gorgeous!

Leave a Comment

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

University of British Columbia: Alternate driving route through UBC campus

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Aug 16, 2004

Vancouver University of British Columbia

Alernate Driving Route through UBC

The UBC campus isn't setup very well for driving tours. But if you do want to drive it then I'd suggest taking the "back lane" route along West Mall. The path is indicated in red in the picture.

It's best to walk through the campus, though it's difficult to find parking and if you do, it's fairly expensive. Another option is to take the B-Line bus out to UBC - quick and great fun!

Leave a Comment

Website: http://www.maps.ubc.ca/PROD/index.php

Add to Your Trip Planner | Post a Question | Write a Tip

Off The Beaten Path: A Beach for Dogs!

Tip Rating:

Written by rmdw

on Sep 12, 2004

A Beach for Dogs