Top Vancouver Day Trips

Victoria and Butchart Gardens 1-Day In-Depth Tour from Vancouver

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the best that Vancouver has to offer as you embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city’s top landmarks. Your day includes walks through popular neighborhoods such as Gastown, Chinatown, and Granville Island as well as stops at the Vancouver Lookout, Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Brockton Point Totem Pole. While you explore, your guide provides information about the city’s history and cultural makeup.

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from $162

Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

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from $140

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Victoria and Butchart Gardens, an Elevated Experience

13 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover one dramatic landscape after another with the help of a guide on this full-day coach tour between Vancouver and Whistler: the Sea-to-Sky highway, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Squamish, and Whistler Village. From the gondola, admire Howe Sound, the Squamish River, and the coastal mountain range. Enjoy plenty of free time to wander about Squamish and partake in Whistler Village activities on your own. Round-trip transport from select locations included.

Whistler Tour from Vancouver + Sea to Sky Gondola + Shannon Falls

Whistler Tour from Vancouver + Sea to Sky Gondola + Shannon Falls

Vancouver: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour on Double-Decker Bus

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Double Decker Big Bus passing by the Steamclock

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.7

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from $53

Skip the stress of renting a car with this scenic day trip from Vancouver to Whistler. Travel through BC’s fjords, inlets, and mountains with a guide providing commentary, enjoy photo stops along the way, and ride the Sea to Sky Gondola before free time in Whistler Village. With included transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off, relax and experience British Columbia’s natural beauty in a seamless, hassle-free way.

Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, & Shannon Falls Tour from Vancouver

Grouse Mountain, Skyride Gondola & Capilano Bridge from Vancouver

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6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $180

Post-Cruise: Vancouver Tour with Lookout and Capilano Bridge

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore British Columbia’s coastline by land and sea on this Victoria and Butchart Gardens tour from Vancouver. Hop aboard your ferry and enjoy a cruise through the beautiful Gulf Islands. Stand on the deck and watch the waves for whales and sea lions, and keep your eyes on the skies for eagles. Visit the botanical Butchart Gardens, where trickling fountains sit among themed flowerbeds and sunken gardens. Explore vibrant corners of Victoria such as Chinatown and the Inner Harbour at your leisure and soak up the metropolitan atmosphere.

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From Vancouver: Butchart Gardens, Victoria, & Gulf Islands Cruise

13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $208

Whistler Sea 2 Sky Gondola, Shannon Falls Premium Day Tour

No Football Match Today? Here's the perfect way to spend your off-days around Vancouver & surrounding areas. Escape the city and head into the mountains on an adventure from Downtown Vancouver to Whistler! Stop at Shannon Falls, BC’s third-tallest waterfall, for an easy walk and epic photo ops. Take in jaw-dropping coastal views on the Sea to Sky Gondola, including the iconic Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge. Wrap up the day exploring Whistler Village, where alpine charm, boutique shopping, and cozy cafés set the perfect vibe. With a deliberately group tour and a knowledgeable guide, this tour delivers big scenery with a personal touch!

Whistler Sea 2 Sky Gondola, Shannon Falls Premium Day Tour

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(66)

from $128

Surrounded by water and mountains, Vancouver is a bustling city worth exploring in British Columbia. Sit back and see the city’s sights at your leisure on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour. The tour’s optimized route lets you experience both the city and nature in a timely fashion, with 21 stops across downtown Vancouver and the Stanley Park area. The route duration is approximately 110 minutes. Commentary is available in English.

Vancouver Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

1 hour 50 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(528)

from $44

Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Granville Island & Stanley Park

Make the most of your time in beautiful Vancouver on a half-day tour of the city’s highlights. Your driver escorts your group to popular attractions such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, Chinatown, and Gastown. See totem poles, wander through food stalls and craft galleries, and get great city views from lookouts like Prospect Point. As you ride, listen to fascinating stories about the city, from the First Nations people to contemporary culture.

Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Granville Island & Stanley Park

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $60

Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $119

This half-day whale-watching adventure from downtown Vancouver gives you the chance to see whales and other marine life, all with minimal logistical hassle. Hop aboard your luxurious catamaran, complete with heated indoor space and outdoor decks, and set sail. You'll learn all about the local history and geology from your naturalist guides, and can soak up views of the Pacific Northwest scenery while looking out for whales, seals, eagles, and other wildlife.

Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(5,230)

from $185

Enjoy round-trip travel from Vancouver to Victoria, and discover top attractions in British Columbia on this Victoria and Butchart Gardens day trip from Victoria. Take the ferry to Vancouver Island, and enjoy fine views over the beautiful Gulf Islands. Dock in Swartz Bay, and visit the famous Butchart Gardens, exploring the grounds at your leisure. Then, enjoy free time to explore the city, perhaps walking through Chinatown and the Inner Harbour, before returning to Vancouver by ferry.

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(597)

from $205

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Vancouver and Capilano Suspension Bridge, a Soft Adventure Tour

If you’re looking to take in Vancouver’s city sights but also want to experience a slice of nature, it can be tricky to know where to start if you’re planning a trip by yourself. Instead of struggling to work out your itinerary, explore some of the city’s most popular landmarks on this full-day guided coach tour, including Stanley Park, the Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Granville Island.

Vancouver and Capilano Suspension Bridge, a Soft Adventure Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Adventure & Return via Bus & Ferry

9 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(363)

from $307

Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

Experience Vancouver sights by water on this Zodiac inflatable boat tour from Granville Island. Cross False Creek and admire Siwash Rock, an iconic stone spire located near the Lion’s Gate Bridge. In Vancouver Harbour, learn about the waterfront landmarks. Venture into Deep Cove and the glacial fjord of the Indian Arm, for incredible views of granite cliffs that you can only see by boat. Capture the beauty of Granite Falls and Silver Falls before heading back.

Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(838)

from $100

Immerse yourself in the splendor of British Columbia's wild scenery, and make visiting one of Vancouver's top sights stress-free, when you prebook admission tickets to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Choose from a range of start times, and have the freedom to explore independently: Hike through the temperate rainforest, admire views from the Capilano Suspension Bridge, take in the thrilling Cliffwalk, and more.

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,922)

from $59

Post-Cruise Shore Excursion: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain

After your cruise docks in Vancouver, make the most of your time in the city on a post-cruise excursion to some of the North Shore’s most epic viewpoints. Head over the Lions’ Gate Bridge to the Capilano Suspension Bridge for an exhilarating walk along the cliff-hanging footpaths. Then ride the Grouse Mountain gondola high into the alpine forest for sweeping views of Mt. Baker and a chance to spot wildlife.

Post-Cruise Shore Excursion: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Whistler Tour with Shannon Falls and Sea to Sky Gondola

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from $187

Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola, a Fire and Ice Discovery Tour

(149)

from $168

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Get to know the top sights of Vancouver in just one day on this private sightseeing tour. Alongside a private guide, walk through the artistic Granville Island, explore a few of the city’s beaches, and drive through some of the most affluent neighborhoods. You also get to experience Vancouver’s multicultural side as you explore Chinatown and listen to commentary from your guide about the city’s rich diversity.

Private Guided Grand City Tour in Vancouver with your luggage

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(163)

from $215

Price varies by group size

Trade the hustle and bustle of Vancouver for an immersive nature trip when you book tickets to Grouse Mountain. This outdoor and cultural park offers a range of seasonal attractions throughout the year, from wildlife viewing and family-friendly shows to the Skyride aerial tram. Book in advance to guarantee your admission—then, upon arrival, explore at your own pace and add on experiences that interest you most.

Grouse Mountain Admission Ticket

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $49

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Vancouver: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain Tour

lisa_n, Jun 2026

Highly recommend!

Eric, our tour guide, picked us up in front of our Airbnb. We first went to the Capilano suspension Bridge. We got there earlier than the big tour buses so the crowds were less. We had plenty of time to explore and then we headed to Grouse Mountain. The day was beautiful, and the views were spectacular. We also loved that we were able to skip the lines for admission. We really enjoyed the small group experience and would highly recommend!

Victoria and Butchart Gardens, an Elevated Experience

Lenayingli, Jun 2026

Great places, great trip, and great tour company

Victoria is very different from Vancouver -- quiet and scenic, and full of British style. It's a great complementary trip if you visit Vancouver. Our trip was well designed -- sufficient time in Victoria and Butcher's Garden for self-exploration. Star Sightseeing has such a great organization and planning of the trip -- our guide Joe and driver Maggie are not only friendly, knowledgeable, and fun, but also super professional and full of ownership! They also managed to arrive at the ferry 30 mins earlier, so that we got to Victoria earlier with extra time.

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

Annie_P, Jun 2026

Amazing experience!

This was such an amazing beautiful way to spend a few hours in Vancouver! We took the free shuttle from Canada Place at 5:00 and stayed until 8:00! The lighting, weather and temperature was perfect! Hardly crowded at all either! It was thrilling in a safe way if that makes sense. We were scared of heights but we did ALL of the bridges and everything! Gorgeous place, could not recommend more!

From Vancouver: Butchart Gardens, Victoria, & Gulf Islands Cruise

Lacey_A, Jun 2026

We had a great time....

We had a great time. Butchart Gardens was amazing! So many beautiful flowers in the sunken garden and the rose garden. Our bus driver was very knowledgeable and provided great stories along the way to all destinations. The ferry ride provided spectacular views, definitely a tour you do not want to miss!

Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Granville Island & Stanley Park

Ray_H, Jun 2026

City tour June 2026

This is a wonderful way to gain an extensive overview of Vancouver. A lot of history, interesting facts, and stops at the key sites! Our tour guide, Em, was outstanding. The totem poles at Stanley Park were most interesting and the Market variety & size were impressive! Visiting downtown during the FIFA World Cup, and seeing the excitement, was exhilarating. Weather is beautiful as is the city. Thoroughly enjoyable & we highly recommend this tour.

Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout

Victoria_C, Jun 2026

Fun and informative if Vancouver!

We had a very polite, knowledgeable and funny guide in Alex. He shared the right amount of information and anecdotes and did a GREAT job answering questions. I thought we’d never survive a 6.5 hour tour. I was worried it would be too long. But instead it flew by! We had plenty of time at each stop to explore and take pictures. We learned an incredible amount about the history of Vancouver and the current day city and suburban life. We’d definitely do another tour! A good value for the money spent. And if you are lucky enough to have Alex you’ll have a great experience.

Victoria and Butchart Gardens 1-Day In-Depth Tour from Vancouver

Irhan_M, Jun 2026

Wonderful Victoria Tour with an Excellent Guide, Ryan

I had a wonderful experience on the Victoria tour. The trip was very enjoyable, well organized, and everything went smoothly from start to finish. A special thanks to our tour guide, Ryan, who was extremely helpful, friendly, and professional throughout the day. He made everyone feel comfortable and kept the atmosphere fun and engaging during the entire journey. His knowledge, positive attitude, and excellent organization truly enhanced the experience. I highly recommend this tour and would definitely book with your company again in the future. Thank you for such a memorable day!

Private Guided Grand City Tour in Vancouver with your luggage

Teresa_K, May 2026

Great private tour!

Hamad tailored our Vancouver tour to what really interested us. He was very knowledgeable and shared interesting bits of information about the area. We loved the fact it was a private tour. It was nice being able to take our luggage with us, right from our cruise pickup. Also got dropped off at our airport hotel.

Vancouver Whale Watch Zodiac Tour with Guide

Tushita_C, May 2026

Absolutely amazing, couldn’t recommend enough!

I’ve been with this tour group before. The last time we had an incredibly close encounter with a few humpback whales. This time they had the right information and ensured we got to see a pod of 4 orcas! Brandon and Brandon the guides were very knowledgeable, kind and patient. Would return!

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

Lynn_P, Oct 2025

Butchart Gardens day

Long way to the gardens, but an adventure, nonetheless. I didn’t read carefully enough about the duration of the trip. It was a pleasant bus ride to the ferry, back on the bus to the gardens. Pick up was 8:50am, made it to the gardens at 1:05 for 2 hours, then back on the bus to the ferry to town arrival at 9pm. Very nice day, and our driver was excellent!