Vancouver

For the urban explorer, Vancouver’s Gastown is not to miss.  This national historical site offers unique shopping by day and an abundance of restaurants and clubs that keep the area buzzing. If you just can’t get enough, Granville Island is a charming destination for shoppers and culture seekers. Galleries, artisan studios, theatres and cafes, no visit to Vancouver is complete without a trip to Granville Island. 

Located in the beautiful urban oasis of Stanley Park, the Vancouver Aquarium houses more than 70,000 animals, making it the largest aquarium in Canada. Each day the aquarium performs live shows and feedings with sea otters, beluga whales and dolphins. Visitors can also join the animal trainers for a behind-the-scenes visit. Educating the public about marine life is a big part of the aquarium's mission, and profits from the Vancouver Aquarium go toward conserving aquatic life.