Explore Vancouver, British Columbia

There are many ways to fill your time in Vancouver. Whether you’re at home in a museum or in a kayak, Vancouver has something to offer everyone. If you choose to stay with us or another fine Vancouver bed and breakfast, we hope you can benefit from the following selection of the city’s attractions. We know that planning a vacation is half the fun!

Barclay House is perfectly located to explore beautiful Vancouver from the historical and central west end location. Walk to English Bay beaches, shop on renowned Robson Street, or stroll through Stanley Park, just to name a few.

Choose from a variety of the city’s finest restaurants, from casual to elegant dining. Enjoy a night at the symphony, a sporting event at Rogers Arena, or a picnic and experience a glorious west coast sunset.

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Four carved totem poles stand in a park with green trees and a clear blue sky, a highlight when you explore Vancouver attractions.

Attractions

Explore the 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest and enjoy scenic views of the water, mountains, sky, and majestic trees along Stanley Park’s famous Seawall. Don’t miss the nine totem poles at Brockton Point, Vancouver BC’s most visited tourist attraction.

First Nations Totems
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Adventures

Long Beach Charters provides saltwater fishing tours, scenic cruises, and wildlife adventures through the Barkley Sound. This rich and thriving environment creates catch opportunities not seen anywhere else on the West Coast. You could see seals, bald eagles, bears, and sea birds.

Long Beach Charters
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Shopping

In the heart of downtown, CF Pacific Centre is Vancouver’s premier shopping destination featuring Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, Harry Rosen, H&M, Apple, Mackage, Babaton, Canada Goose and so much more.

Pacific Centre
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Dining

Enjoy a meal sourced from local fishers and farmers. Dine-in or take out for an unforgettable dinner of fresh oysters, Dungeness crab, shrimp, duck, halibut, albacore tuna, or salads and artisanal cheeses, and unreal ambrosia.

Forage Vancouver
An orca breaches the ocean surface, creating a large splash while visitors explore Vancouver attractions.

Touring

Take a guided kayaking trip and experience whales, dolphins, orcas, and more up close for an exhilarating and safe adventure.

Kayak British Columbia
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Relaxing

Let all your worries float away with a relaxing and rejuvenating massage from a registered massage therapist.

Van City Massage
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