Sea to Sky Gondola Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Sea to Sky Gondola. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• From Vancouver: Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, & Shannon Falls

• Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola Tour + Shannon Falls

• Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver

• Sea to Sky Gondola Ticket

• Sea to Sky Afternoon Sail

Sea to Sky Gondola round-trip tickets typically cost CA$71.95 for adults when booked online (CA$76.95 on the day), CA$66.95 for seniors over 65 (CA$71.95 on the day), CA$41.95 for young people aged 13–18 (CA$43.95 on the day), and CA$28.95 for children aged 6–12 ($30.95 on the day). Kids aged 5 and under ride for free, and discounted packages are available to families. You can also buy tickets for the ride down only for CA$25.

Yes, the Sea to Sky Gondola is absolutely worth visiting. This ride showcases panoramic views of Howe Sound, the North Shore Mountains, and alpine scenery. Many visitors experience the gondola as part of a guided tour from Vancouver. These tours typically include hotel pickup and drop-off for an easy journey, while guide commentary helps you get more out of the experience.

Per one customer who booked the From Vancouver: Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, & Shannon Falls, "The Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola tour was absolutely awesome! Jason, our tour guide, was very personable and informative, which made the experience even more enjoyable. He shared great insights throughout the trip and kept everything engaging. We had an amazing time and would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!"

A ride on the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish, BC lasts about 10 minutes, during which it travels about 885 meters (2,900 feet). At the top of the gondola, you’ll find an unloading station and three main viewing platforms with views of the Howe Sound, the Tantalus Mountain Range, Sky Pilot Mountain, and more.

You can only bring pets on the downward ride on the Sea to Sky Gondola. The official pet policy states that only hikers taking on the Sea to Summit trail can buy tickets or an annual pass for rides down the gondola for their dogs. All other pets are prohibited.

Yes, there are many hiking trails near the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish, BC, of varying lengths and difficulty levels. Among them are the challenging 13-kilometer (8-mile) Sea to Summit backcountry trail; the shorter (and easier) Spirit and Panorama trails, and the advanced Skyline Ridge Trail.

Yes, the Sea to Sky Gondola is wheelchair-accessible. All the Basecamp and Summit Lodge facilities are wheelchair and stroller accessible, as are the gondola cabins, which are also designed to slow for ease of access. The patio and viewing decks at the top are also wheelchair-accessible, weather permitting.

Yes, dining options are available at the top of the Sea to Sky Gondola. If you’re looking for a bite to eat near the Summit Lodge, you can head to the Sky Pilot eatery, serving casual food, snacks, and soups, or the Co-Pilot Cafe, which offers drinks, sandwiches, and pastries.

No, you can’t purchase tickets for the Sea to Sky Gondola online in advance. Reservations for gondola rides are not accepted—your standard ticket, however, is valid for any day until the printed expiration date. You don’t need reservations at the Sky Pilot or Co-Pilot cafés either.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Sea to Sky Gondola. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Vancouver:

• Stanley Park

• Downtown Vancouver

• Gastown

• Granville Island

• Lions Gate Bridge

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Vancouver.