By western accounts, Vancouver's official chronicle begins only in the 1770s when Spanish and British explorers – including the city's namesake Captain George Vancouver – passed through its waters searching for the Northwestern Passage. But if you ask the First Nations people, they'll say they've been there 10,000 years before the explorers came. You can certainly feel their presence in totem-poled Stanley Park, once home to many First Nations villages. To get a feel for how Vancouver really started, stroll around Gastown, where an enterprising Englishman named John "Gassy Jack" Deighton built Globe Saloon, the tavern around which the city grew.
Do you want to discover top things to see and do in the city? Venture out of your vacation home and check out everything that Vancouver has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Vancouver is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
The nearest airport is in Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.), located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base), which is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Vancouver Waterfront Station, Vancouver Pacific Central Station and Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station are the main stations in the city. You can get around Vancouver by jumping on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station, Granville Station or Burrard Station.
You don't need to bring your wheels on your Vancouver holiday, and you won't need to rent one either. TransLink runs a comprehensive public transit network consisting of buses, the SkyTrain rail system, and the SeaBus ferry. To use them, all you'll need is an all-access DayPass or a reloadable Compass Card. If you feel like pedalling, Vancouver is extremely bike-friendly, with extensive cycling paths and numerous bike rental shops. But the best way to get around Vancouver is on foot; most landmarks in a neighbourhood are within easy walking distance of each other.
Vancouver's a coastal city, so it's no surprise that many of its eateries serve up seafood. While the offerings are rich, and the preparatins are fabulously scrumptious, nothing beats dining on fresh seafood in restaurants with amazing views of the sea and the mountains just outside the city's borders. If you've got a global palate, you'll enjoy exploring the multi-ethnic eateries in neighbourhoods like Chinatown and South Vancouver. Not to miss, of course, are the classic fish-and-chips from any stall at Granville Island Public Market and the craft beers from Main Street pubs in historic Gastown.
Vancouver is a mitten-shaped city on Canada's western coast, bordered by Burrard Inlet, Fraser River, and the Strait of Georgia. Covering an area of 114.97 square kilometres, Vancouver is one of Canada's densest cities, with approximately 5,500 people per square kilometre. You'll also hear languages other than English frequently spoken there, as 54% of its population belong to minority groups. Aside from the city's ethnic diversity, it's a haven for the LGBT community and hosts Canada's largest annual pride parade. June to September are the best months for hitting the beach in Vancouver, while December to March is ski season.
Yes, our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 1,163 vacation rentals near Vancouver. From 544 house rentals to 549 condo and apartment rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends. The best places to stay near Vancouver are on Vrbo.
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the areas with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Vancouver:
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Vrbo Canada offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Vancouver. From Vrbo Canada travelers, the most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
But there are many other points of interest around Vancouver listed on Vrbo Canada where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.
Yes, of course. Vrbo Canada has 544 Houses in Vancouver. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Vancouver include:
But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Townhouses and more.
Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 191 vacation rentals with pool available in Vancouver. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.