Things to do in Vancouver

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Vancouver Attractions

Whether your aim is to shop up a storm or educate yourself on local history, there are tons of things to do in Vancouver. This city has many thrilling attractions that'll keep your travel itinerary full and your legs on the go. Whatever your interests, this place has something special in store for you.

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Most popular activities in Vancouver

History & culture

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Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
4.8 out of 5 with 333 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $85 per traveler
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Food, drink & nightlife

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Portland Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour

Portland Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
4.9 out of 5 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $70 per adult
Portland Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour

Private & custom tours

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Downtown Portland's Outdoor Sculptures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Downtown Portland's Outdoor Sculptures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Activity duration is 30 minutes
1.0 out of 5 with 1 review
Price is $5 per adult
Downtown Portland's Outdoor Sculptures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Aerial adventure above Portland, Oregon

Aerial adventure above Portland, Oregon

Activity duration is 40 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $189 per adult*
Aerial adventure above Portland, Oregon

Classes & workshops

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Portland: Sushi Scene Walking Tour

Portland: Sushi Scene Walking Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $249 per adult
Portland: Sushi Scene Walking Tour

Recommended things to do in Vancouver

Number of things to do
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Cheapest thing to do
Downtown Portland's Outdoor Sculptures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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What to do in Vancouver

Free Things to Do in Vancouver

Vacationing on a shoestring budget in Vancouver? Spend time, not money, on fantastic experiences.

Pearson Air Museum - Round up the entire family and set out on a journey through history with one another.

William O. Douglas Wilderness - Make this your first choice if it's fun you're chasing during your time away.

Glenn Jackson Bridge - Architecture lover or not, get set to be wowed by this landmark's modern design.

Henry J. Kaiser Shipyard Memorial - Amble through this historic attraction and discover some secrets from yesteryear.

Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital - If you'd love to see a few of the more important or interesting places in the community, this place is worth visiting.

William O. Douglas Wilderness - Cultivate your green thumb and explore the various plants on display.

Things to Do in Vancouver with Kids

Vancouver is a superb destination for a family escape. Bring the youngsters along and enjoy these fun family friendly experiences together:

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Vancouver on a sunny day?
Enjoy the fine weather (and stretch your legs as well) with some of these outdoor activities:


What to do in Vancouver on a rainy day?
Try some of these enticing indoor activities and turn a rainy day into an adventure:


Are there cheap things to do in Vancouver?
Keep more of your hard-earned dollars in your pocket with these fun and thrifty experiences:


What can you do in Vancouver for free?
You could even leave your wallet in the hotel safe for the day, because these fantastic attractions won’t cost you a cent:

  • Vancouver Mall
  • Vancouver Farmers Market
  • Esther Short Park
  • Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital

Discover the most popular places to visit in Vancouver

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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

5/5(14 reviews)

Stride around a 19th-century fort, watch live craft demonstrations and learn about Washington’s trading and military history.

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
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Esther Short Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Relax by fountains, shop in bustling markets and listen to concerts in a scenic park that has become the city of Vancouver’s premier outdoor public space.

Esther Short Park
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Vancouver Lake Park

3/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Vancouver Lake Park, a lovely green space in Vancouver. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Vancouver Lake Park
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Interstate Bridge

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Interstate Bridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Interstate Bridge
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Officers Row

Walk down a shaded, narrow street and pass elegant 19th-century homes now occupied by museums and private residences.

Officers Row
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Pearson Air Museum

Trace the story of flight in a fascinating Vancouver museum housing vintage plane models from the earliest days of aviation.

Pearson Air Museum
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Vancouver Mall

4/5(572 reviews)

During your trip to Vancouver, you can enjoy retail therapy at Vancouver Mall. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the biking trails.

Vancouver Mall
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Harmony Sports Complex

Explore the great outdoors at Harmony Sports Complex, a lovely green space in Vancouver. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Harmony Sports Complex
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Waterfront Park

Explore the great outdoors at Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Vancouver.

Waterfront Park

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Vancouver

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Downtown Vancouver

Travelers come to Downtown Vancouver for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Vancouver Farmers Market and Esther Short Park while you're in town.

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Salmon Creek

Salmon Creek is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Salmon Creek Regional Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Salmon Creek
Nice little park in the middle of Vancouver, WA. The switchbacks up the hill, surrounded by tall trees will make you feel like you're a lot further from town. It was a nice, quiet place to stretch my dogs legs for a bit and eat my lunch from nearby Panera Bread.

Hazel Dell

Hazel Dell is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Salmon Creek Regional Park and Vancouver Mall.

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Pleasant Valley

4/5(25 area reviews)

While Pleasant Valley might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Salmon Creek Regional Park and RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater.

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Columbia Way

5/5(17 area reviews)

While visiting Columbia Way, you might make a stop by sights like Waterfront Renaissance Trail Vancouver and Waterfront Park.

Columbia Way
Those of us who live in a certain neighborhood of the Lincoln district know that for one month every year we won't have to worry about turning on our porch lights. If the street lamps should fail, well, that's not really of any concern. Say the moon itself were to pop out of the sky and go flying into space. No big deal. Because for a glorious 30 days every winter, we're able to bask in the glow of a house lit bright enough to make artificial sunshine. A sight so startling, it causes commuters to back up traffic as they sit in their cars and gape. It wasn't always that way. A few years back, the charming old couple who lives in the place started to put out a few lights to decorate their home. The next year they added a few more, and the year after that -- again -- some more. At some point, however, they seem to have developed a kind of high tolerance for luminescence. And when that happened, the floodgates were open. What you see in these photos is the early December version of what, by Christmas day, will be a kind of multi-colored solar flare emanating from the front yard of their home. It can really be a beautiful thing to behold, as anyone who sees it for the first time can tell you. And those of us who live here have accepted with pride this red and gold meteor which appears in our midst during every gloomy Northwest December. Can you blame us? We may be the only block on earth entirely visible from space. #localgem

Central Park

When in Central Park, you can plan a visit to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and Officers Row, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Central Park
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Popular day trips from Vancouver

St Maarten and St Martin featuring outdoor art

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Camas

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Ridgefield

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