Nestled between the mountains and the ocean, Vancouver is perhaps the most beautiful city in the world. The city's laid-back attitude and stunning year-round beauty will work their charm on you.
Walk or bike along the seawall at Stanley Park to get the best views of the city. See the works of Emily Carr at the Vancouver Art Gallery or of First Nations peoples at the Museum of Anthropology. Wander through the quiet residential streets of the West End then watch the sun set at English Bay.
Drive the spectacular Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler for Olympic-calibre skiing or extreme-sport mountain biking. Shop the Granville Island Market or the boutiques along Robson Street. Dine on fresh seafood at an abundance of excellent restaurants. Stay up late at the pubs and clubs in Gastown or Yaletown.
Choose a hotel in either the downtown area or the West End to be close to most sights. Book early because the city is busy on summer weekends when the cruise ships are in port.