Top Vancouver Day Trips

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

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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Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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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.

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

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.

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

Victoria and Butchart Gardens, an Elevated Experience

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Grouse Mountain, Skyride Gondola & Capilano Bridge from Vancouver

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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

Post-Cruise: Vancouver Tour with Lookout and Capilano Bridge

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6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

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Vancouver Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

1 hour 50 minutesFree Cancellation

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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

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Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

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

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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!

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Whistler Sea 2 Sky Gondola, Shannon Falls Premium Day Tour

Whistler Sea 2 Sky Gondola, Shannon Falls Premium Day Tour

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

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.

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Vancouver and Capilano Suspension Bridge, a Soft Adventure Tour

Vancouver and Capilano Suspension Bridge, a Soft Adventure Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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Whistler Tour with Shannon Falls and Sea to Sky Gondola

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

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Vancouver: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

No Football Match Today? Here's the perfect way to spend your off-days around Vancouver & surrounding areas. Experience the best of what Vancouver has to offer on this full-day tour! Pass by Downtown Vancouver and explore the natural beauty of Stanley Park, including the iconic Totem Poles and the scenic Prospect Point. Cross the thrilling Capilano Suspension Bridge surrounded by lush forests, then immerse yourself in Granville Island’s artisan markets, galleries, and vibrant waterfront. Stroll through historic Gastown with its iconic steam clock and take in panoramic views of the city from the Vancouver Lookout Tower. Designed for travelers, this tour combines nature, history, and culture for an unforgettable Vancouver adventure!

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Ultimate Vancouver City Tour: Landmarks, Views and Capilano

Ultimate Vancouver City Tour: Landmarks, Views and Capilano

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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Grouse Mountain Admission Ticket

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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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

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.

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

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

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Whistler Sea 2 Sky Gondola, Shannon Falls Premium Day Tour

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Ashley_S, Jun 2026

My mom, my aunt and...

My mom, my aunt and myself took this tour from Vancouver to Whistler in early June during our short stay in Vancouver. Halley was wonderful. Very punctual, knowledgeable and accommodating! She was always ready to snap a picture of us at any sites we visited and despite the changing weather conditions she made the best of the experience. I especially appreciated Halley’s attention to small details—for example my phone battery was nearing its end closer to the end of the day and Halley was prepared with a portable phone charger on hand! We would 100% take another tour with Halley again.

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.

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

Anna_T, Jun 2026

It was a very beautiful...

It was a very beautiful scenery. The drive was not tiring. This tour is for the lovers of nature. Our tour guide Nigel was funny and very entertaining. He gave us a lot of interesting information about the region. Born and raised in Vancouver, Nigel new tge area intimately and you could feel that he loved the country very much. Also would like to mention our driver Maggie. She made our trip very smooth and safe. Highly recommend this tour.

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

Heather_G, Jun 2026

Spectacular views

Great excursion. If you have luggage they will check it for free and the shuttle up and back is free. Its ran very efficiently and well staffed with friendly people. Shuttle is on time and easy to find. I would recommend as a pre cruise activity vs a post cruise activity because its a lot of walking and makes for a long travel day.

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

Jacquelynn_S, Jun 2026

Must see Tour & Ask for Ryan!

We had an incredible day with Ryan, our bus driver & tour guide. This was a full day filled with lots of fabulous stops & beautiful venues. Love Victoria & the best was the Butchart Gardens. We had 2 hrs, so which we could have stayed longer. The ferry was fun in its self. Beautiful scenery, pretty good food & very comfortable ride. Ryan's knowledge, communication, professionalism & great personality made for outstanding time.

Victoria and Butchart Gardens, an Elevated Experience

Kathleen_G, Jun 2026

Perfect day trip to Victoria and Buchart gardens

Joe (tour guide) did an excellent job narrating and keeping us on schedule; we even got an earlier ferry back to Vancouver. The ferry ride was fun with beautiful scenery of the many small islands. The Vancouver ferry terminal has several good eating spots and many shopping opportunities. Victoria was a lovely place. Buchart gardens was unique with amazing colors; roses were in full bloom. It was a long day but a lovely experience. HIghly recommended.

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.

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!