Things to do in British Columbia
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Vancouver: Whale Watching Half-Day Tour & Free Photos★ 4.89 (5,626) · 5h
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Victoria whale watching tour: Salish Sea Eclipse with free photos★ 4.93 (2,736) · 3h 30m
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Vancouver to Victoria & Butchart Gardens: Ferry & Full Day★ 4.63 (3,144) · 13h
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Victoria Whale & Wildlife Cruise: Guaranteed Sightings★ 4.94 (2,327) · 3h 30mCA$ 189View ›
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver★ 4.71 (2,317) · 13hCA$ 306View ›
Victoria Food and History Tour: Six Local Tastings★ 4.97 (2,245) · 2hCA$ 115View ›
Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: 3-Hour Tasting & Stories★ 4.85 (2,166) · 3hCA$ 166View ›
Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver★ 4.80 (2,119) · 10hCA$ 230View ›
Capilano Suspension Bridge Vancouver: 3 Attractions & Cliffwalk★ 4.48 (2,115) · 2h–3hCA$ 82View ›
Vancouver City Tour: Capilano Bridge & Lookout with Hotel Pickup★ 4.86 (2,104) · 6h 30mCA$ 195View ›Top rated (10)
Vancouver: LGBTQ2+ History Walking Tour & Davie Street StoriesYou’ll walk Vancouver’s streets hearing real LGBTQ2+ stories — wild drag coronations, hard-fought rights, bookshop bombings — all brought to life by a local guide who knows every corner. Expect laughter, honest moments, and that strange comfort of being in places where history actually happened.
Canyoning in Kelowna: Rappelling, Slides & WaterfallsCanyoning in Kelowna is a guided descent into a canyon creek bed where you rappel down waterfalls, slide down natural chutes, swim in deep pools and zipline, with a hike to the canyon entrance and back out at the end. The trip runs 1.5 to 2.5 hours inside the canyon depending on group size and conditions, and all technical gear—wetsuit, helmet, harness—is provided. No previous experience is required; guides are fully certified and teach everything on site. Minimum age is 12, and you need to bring wet-friendly shoes, a towel, water and snacks.Is it for me?You'll rappel hidden waterfalls and slide down natural terrain while your guide handles the technical setup, letting you focus on moving through the canyon instead of mastering equipment.
Vancouver: 50-Foot Sailboat Tour & English Bay with DrinksYou board a 44-foot sailboat at Mosquito Creek and sail through Burrard Inlet past Stanley Park, under the Lions Gate Bridge, and into English Bay. Snacks and drinks are included; you can watch or learn to sail. The captain has 45 years of local knowledge and marine rescue training. You're back by 2 p.m.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Vancouver from the water without arranging your own boat or navigation—the captain's 45 years on these waters means you'll cover the highlights and hear the stories behind them, whether you're learning to sail or just watching the city recede.
Kelowna: Walking Food Tour with 7 Tastings & 4 DrinksYou walk through Kelowna's downtown Cultural District for three hours, stopping at seven local food businesses and four drink spots—all included. You'll taste gelato lakeside, pizza from a wood-fired oven, fresh margaritas, and bread from an organic bakery, plus visit hidden gardens and a rooftop patio with views of the whole valley. The guide is Andrew, who grew up here and started the tour five years ago, so the stories and stops are personal, not generic.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat your way through Kelowna's best local spots without researching restaurants or arranging transport—the fixed three-hour route and included tastings at each stop mean you show up hungry and leave full, with stories from the people who actually built the food scene here.
Victoria: Pedicab Tour from Cruise Terminal with Old Town & ChinatownYou’ll step straight from your cruise ship into a pedicab for an easy-paced tour of Victoria’s character-filled neighborhoods—James Bay’s painted homes, Beacon Hill Park’s peacocks, Emily Carr’s storybook house, Old Town’s lively streets, and Canada’s oldest Chinatown. With local pickup and return included, you’ll soak up real moments—maybe even feed a peacock or taste something new—before heading back to your ship.
Vancouver: Stanley Park Ancient Trees Walking TourYou’ll step quietly into Stanley Park’s last ancient forest with Colin as your guide, tracing hidden trails beneath 1000-year-old cedars and Canada’s largest maple tree. Along the way, you’ll handle old postcards, learn Coast Salish history, and feel the hush of places most people miss — all within walking distance of downtown Vancouver.
Downtown Vancouver walking tour: Heritage buildings, treatsA two-hour guided walking tour of Downtown Vancouver's heritage buildings pairs tales of the city's corrupt past with gourmet pastries and chocolates from local makers. The tour includes private VIP access inside the Marine Building, an Art Deco masterpiece, and entrance to other heritage sites along the route. A professional guide leads groups through downtown's walkable streets, stopping at landmarks like the Vancouver Art Gallery and Hotel Vancouver to share stories of murder, scandal and architectural drama. Three sweet treats are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to step inside heritage buildings like the Marine Building with private access—something only this tour company offers—rather than viewing them from the street.
Vancouver Bike Tour: Gastown, Chinatown & Granville IslandYou ride 11 miles along the False Creek seawall through Gastown, Chinatown, Yaletown, Strathcona and the Olympic Village with a local guide, stopping at the Roundhouse for rail history and Granville Island's public market. The return journey happens by small ferry across False Creek. Bring sunscreen and arrive 15 minutes early for bike fitting.Is it for me?Right for riders who want to see Vancouver's oldest neighborhoods in one afternoon without arranging their own route or timing — the seawall path and small-group format mean you move at a steady pace through real history instead of stopping and starting on busy streets.
Kelowna: E-Bike Wine Tour with Okanagan Valley LunchYou’ll pedal easy along quiet roads outside Kelowna on an e-bike tour through Okanagan Valley vineyards and countryside. Taste wines and honey mead at three stops, then settle in for a farm-fresh lunch overlooking rows of vines. Expect friendly faces, honest flavors—and maybe a new favorite wine or two.
Vancouver: Stanley Park & Seawall Bike Tour with GuideYou ride 11 miles on separated bike paths and the famous seawall, stopping at the Marine Building, Convention Centre, and Lost Lagoon before spending the second half in Stanley Park. Your guide covers downtown history, Indigenous art and culture, and the park's ecology. Bicycle, guide and all fees are included; you bring fitness and arrive early for bike sizing.Is it for me?Right for cyclists who want to see downtown, the seawall and Stanley Park in one morning without arranging a bike, navigating the route alone or figuring out which stops matter — the guide handles the route and the history, so you just ride and look around.
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Victoria: City scavenger hunt walking tour with appYou’ll explore Victoria’s highlights with your phone as your guide—solving riddles by Parliament, snapping creative photos in Fan Tan Alley, and wandering at your own pace. With no time limit and plenty of chances to laugh or pause for coffee, this self-guided scavenger hunt lets you see familiar streets in surprising ways you’ll remember long after heading home.
Victoria Walking Tour: City Highlights, Parliament & ChinatownYou’ll feel like you’re peeling back layers of Victoria: standing under Parliament’s watchful lions, breathing in cedar at an artist’s studio, squeezing through Fan Tan Alley in Chinatown. With a local guide sharing stories and tips along the way, this walking tour gives you real moments — not just sights — and leaves you seeing Victoria differently.
Vancouver City Highlights Walking Tour: Local Guide, 3 HoursA 3-hour guided walking tour of Vancouver's highlights, led by an English or Spanish-speaking guide who shares the history and stories behind Gastown, the Marine Building, Robson Street and the Port of Vancouver. The tour covers the city's layout and cultural landmarks at a pace suited to all fitness levels, and ends with personalized recommendations for food, entertainment and things to do next. Gratuities support the guide; booking fees are paid upfront.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Vancouver for the first time or returning after years away and want to understand how the neighborhoods connect and what makes each one matter. The guide does the research and the navigation, so you spend your afternoon learning the city instead of planning how to see it.
Bloedel Conservatory Vancouver: Tropical Dome & Exotic BirdsYou get one admission to walk through a temperature-controlled tropical dome filled with 500+ plants, exotic birds including macaws and parrots, and koi pools, all at Vancouver's highest point. Children under 4 enter free. The space is fully wheelchair accessible, stroller-friendly, and has no timed entry—you move at your own pace. Pick up a scavenger hunt at the desk if you're with kids.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to step into a warm tropical environment without leaving Vancouver, especially families with young children (under 4 are free) or travelers with mobility needs—the flat, fully accessible layout means you move at your own pace with no guide or schedule to follow.
Vancouver: VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission & SculpturesYou walk 55 acres at your own pace, moving between plant collections and sculptures by Bill Reid and others. Lunch is available on the patios. Children under four are free, and the whole garden is accessible by wheelchair or stroller. Plan to arrive with enough time before closing, since entry stops 30 minutes early.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to spend a few hours walking through plants and sculptures without a guide or schedule. Plan to arrive with time before closing, since entry stops 30 minutes early.
Vancouver Cruise Terminal: 8-Hour Luggage Storage & Downtown ExploreYou drop two bags at Canada Place right after disembarking, receive a claim ticket, and explore downtown Vancouver for up to eight hours without luggage. Pick up by 4:30pm using your ticket and ID; bags left after 5pm incur additional storage and transport fees. The service solves the gap between ship arrival and evening flights or late hotel check-ins.Is it for me?Right for cruise passengers with a gap between ship arrival and evening flights or late hotel check-in who want to explore downtown Vancouver without luggage. The fixed 4:30pm pickup deadline is what makes a real few hours of freedom possible instead of a rushed morning.
Aquabus Vancouver: Hop on & off False Creek all dayYou’ll hop between Vancouver neighborhoods on colorful ferries with locals and visitors alike. Expect quick rides every few minutes, easy wheelchair access, friendly skippers who know their stuff, and plenty of chances to pause wherever catches your eye—Granville Island’s bustle or Science World’s bright dome. It feels like seeing the city from its own quiet lane.
Victoria Butterfly Gardens: Indoor Tropical Jungle & Rescued WildlifeYou’ll step into Victoria Butterfly Gardens’ lush indoor jungle, where thousands of butterflies fly freely and rescued animals greet you at every turn. Meet Mango the flamingo, spot iguanas overhead, and watch leaf-cutter ants at work in the Insectarium—all included with your admission ticket. Expect laughter, warmth, and moments that quietly stick with you long after.
Vancouver: False Creek Ferry Day Pass & Granville IslandYou board at any of nine False Creek docks and ride the blue ferries all day — getting off at Granville Island, Science World, the Maritime Museum, Kitsilano, Yaletown, Olympic Village and other stops whenever you choose. The day pass covers every False Creek ferry route, so you can explore each neighborhood at your own pace and catch the next boat without buying another ticket. Strollers and leashed pets welcome; ferries run in all weather.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Vancouver's waterfront neighborhoods without planning a route or committing to long walks — the all-day pass and nine stops mean you can explore at your own pace and backtrack if something catches your eye.
Vancouver Lookout: 360° City Views & North Shore MountainsYou take a glass elevator 168 meters up to a 360-degree observation deck that frames Stanley Park, the North Shore Mountains, historic Gastown and downtown Vancouver in one unbroken view. The self-guided audio tour and Wi-Fi are included, and you can stay as long as you want with no time pressure. Buy your ticket ahead to go straight up.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to see Vancouver's layout and landmarks in one stop without navigating multiple neighborhoods — the deck does the geography for you in a single visit.
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Vancouver: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain Private TourYou ride the Capilano Suspension Bridge 70 metres above the river, walk elevated trails through temperate rainforest, visit the salmon hatchery, then take the Skyride to Grouse Mountain's summit for city and ocean views. The morning covers Gastown, Chinatown, Granville Island and Stanley Park's totem poles. Private luxury vehicle, flexible timing, and all entry fees included — the driver handles the route so you don't.Is it for me?Book this if you want Vancouver's main landmarks — city neighborhoods, rainforest bridge, mountain views — covered in one day without arranging your own transport or entry tickets. The private vehicle and flexible timing let you linger where you want instead of moving with a group schedule.
Victoria Harbour 75 min Boat Tour: Fisgard Lighthouse & SealsA 75-minute sightseeing boat tour of Victoria's Inner Harbour and coastline, departing from the harbour itself and cruising past the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, active cruise ship terminal, and out to the historic Fisgard Lighthouse with live commentary from a local guide. The boat includes a bar, snacks and drinks, and a restroom on board. Children from age 3 are welcome, and the tour runs year-round with Transport Canada certified captains and crew.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon in Victoria and want to see the harbour, Parliament and the lighthouse without arranging your own boat or transport—the departure point is the Inner Harbour itself, and the guide handles the route and the stories. It suits families with children from age 3, and the 75-minute length fits between other activities without consuming a full day.
Kayaking in Vancouver at night with LED lightsLight the Night is a guided kayak tour in Vancouver that launches at sunset from Granville Island and runs roughly 1.5 hours, paddling False Creek and English Bay with kayaks that glow as you move through the water. You choose between a single kayak or a double (two people per kayak), and the guide, all equipment and life jackets are included. Minimum age is 10 for a double kayak with an adult, or 16 for a single kayak with a guardian's waiver.Is it for me?Choose a single kayak if you want to paddle independently, or book the double kayak if you're bringing a child or prefer to share the paddle with another adult—both options include the same lit equipment and guide, so the choice is just about how you want to move through the water.
Vancouver: Capilano Bridge & Grouse Mountain Private SUV TourYou spend the day in a private luxury electric SUV visiting Stanley Park's totem poles and Prospect Point, crossing the Lions Gate Bridge, walking the 137-metre Capilano Suspension Bridge high above the rainforest, and riding the Skyride gondola to Grouse Mountain's panoramic summit. All entry tickets, transport, water, and a dedicated driver-guide are included, which means you move between stops without arranging anything yourself or waiting in entry lines.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Vancouver's four most-visited North Shore landmarks in one day without managing transit, entry lines, or timing between stops — the private vehicle and included tickets are what make that possible in a single afternoon.
Kayaking False Creek Vancouver: Science World from the waterA 2-hour guided kayak tour of False Creek in Vancouver where you paddle past Science World, BC Place Stadium and Granville Island with a local guide who shares the area's history. The tour suits both beginners and experienced paddlers, starts with a safety briefing, and includes a locker for your belongings.Is it for me?The 2-hour paddle is steady and manageable, which means you can fit it into a free morning or afternoon without committing your whole day. Beginners paddle comfortably alongside experienced ones, so you don't need prior kayak experience to book.
