Backed by towering mountains and framed by golden-sand beaches, Vancouver brings natural charm to urban adventure.

A city on the water’s edge, Vancouver’s appeal is its city thrills and natural playground. There are ocean- and lake-side beaches, the vast Stanley Park – home to Vancouver Aquarium – mountain hiking trails (and a Gondola up Grouse Mountain), whale-watching trips and boating on a breathtaking network of fjords. For urban activities, explore the studios, galleries and market of Granville Island, spend a summer’s evening sampling Asian flavours at Richmond Night Market and tread the cobblestoned streets of Gastown to see beautiful Victorian architecture.