Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout
Description
Discover Vancouver's most popular sites on this fully narrated city excursion. Stop to explore the totem pole display and Prospect Point in Stanley Park, the art community on Granville Island, observation deck of Vancouver Lookout. Hold on tight as you trek across the swaying Capilano Suspension Bridge and look down through the glass floors of the Cliffwalk. Additional highlights include viewing historic Gastown, Chinatown, Vancouver Harbour, and the sandy beaches of English Bay.
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The beauty of each neighbourhood is that they have their own story to tell. Gastown is no different since it was Vancouver’s original downtown core. From your neighbourhood pub to fine dining, you can find it here, along the cobblestone streets and some of downtown’s oldest architecture.
The Millennium Gate and the red lampposts lining the streets are a clear indicator that you have entered this history-filled neighborhood, home to endless options for food and the first Chinese garden outside of China.
The Vancouver Lookout is all about reaching new heights. Located in the Harbour Centre Tower, watch as you rise towards the sky leaving the ground below in a forty second glass elevator ride. See the whole city and beyond from the observation deck at a height of 553 feet (168 meters) above the streets of Vancouver.
Pass by this beautiful neighbourhood with stunning coastal views. It is the most popular sunbathing, swimming, and sunset-watching beach in the downtown Vancouver area.
Granville Island is the perfect place to find that one of a kind keepsake. Wander through the local artisan galleries and check out the many restaurants and bakeries, including the Public Market, where you’ll find some of the island’s most notable vendors.
Travel over the iconic Lions Gate Bridge and enjoy scenic views of Vancouver's North Shore. Also known as the First Narrows Bridge it crosses the Burrard Inlet, a busy route for cruise ships, recreational boaters and seaplanes. Take a look back and catch a glimpse of the downtown Vancouver skyline and Stanley Park.
The Capilano Suspension Bridge is Vancouver’s oldest tourist attraction. With the original bridge constructed in 1889 from cedar logs, this destination attracts travellers from all over the world. This park’s main feature is the famous suspension bridge which stretches 1450 feet (137 meters) and 230 feet (70 meters) above the Capilano River. Once you’ve conquered the bridge and your adrenaline is pumping, rise up amongst the tree canopies with the Tree Top Adventures where a series of platforms and smaller bridges will give you a higher perspective. Make sure to also try the Cliffwalk, an exhilarating pathway that takes you around a granite cliffside.
After a short ride through Stanley Park and past the ancient cedar trees, past Prospect Point, the highest section in the park. Stop by the totem poles and learn about the history of Stanley park and the First Nations people that used to live there.
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PICKUP TIMES VARY DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU ARE STAYING. Kindly also scroll down to "Additional Information " below to see the exact pick up time of your desired pick up location. Thank you.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Suggested clothing: comfortable clothes for the day including a warm shirt or outer layer
- Walking shoes are recommended
- Snacks are available for purchase at Capilano Suspension Bridge and Granville Island
- PICKUP TIMES VARY DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU ARE STAYING. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR TOUR OPERATOR FOR YOUR EXACT PICKUP TIME.
- Richmond/YVR Zones (8:40AM-8:55AM)
- YVR AIRPORT VICINITY-Pickups @ 8:40 (10:00 Tour) /10:40(12:00 Tour)
- Fairmont Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:40 (10:00 Tour) /10:40(12:00 Tour)
- Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:40 (10:00 Tour) /10:40(12:00 Tour)
- RICHMOND (SOUTH)-Pickups @ 8:45 (10:00 Tour) /10:45(12:00 Tour)
- Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:45 (10:00 Tour) /10:45(12:00 Tour)
- Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel-Pickups @ 8:45 (10:00 Tour) /10:45(12:00 Tour)
- Quality Hotel Airport (South)-Pickups @ 8:45 (10:00 Tour) /10:45(12:00 Tour)
- Versante Hotel-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Hampton Inn by Hilton Vancouver(Airport/Richmond)-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Days Inn by Wyndham Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- The Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel & Resort-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- River Rock Casino Resort-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport (Cambie Rd)-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport (Cambie Rd)-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Holiday Inn Express Vancouver Airport (Bridgeport Rd)-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Accent Inns Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Abercorn Inn Vancouver Airport-Pickups @ 8:55 (10:00 Tour) /10:55(12:00 Tour)
- Downtown Vancouver Zones-Pickups @ 9:20-9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:20-11:55(12:00 Tour)
- Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre (Broadway)-Pickups @ 9:20(10:00 Tour) /11:20(12:00 Tour)
- JW Marriott Parq Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:20(10:00 Tour) /11:20(12:00 Tour)
- The DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection-Pickups @ 9:20(10:00 Tour) /11:20(12:00 Tour)
- Granville Island Hotel-Pickups @ 9:20(10:00 Tour) /11:20(12:00 Tour)
- St Regis Hotel-Pickups @ 9:25(10:00 Tour) /11:25(12:00 Tour)
- Victorian Hotel- Pickups @ 9:25(10:00 Tour) /11:25(12:00 Tour)
- Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites- Pickups @ 9:25(10:00 Tour) /11:25(12:00 Tour)
- L’Hermitage Vancouver- Pickups @ 9:25(10:00 Tour) /11:25(12:00 Tour)
- Hilton Vancouver Downtown- Pickups @ 9:25(10:00 Tour) /11:25(12:00 Tour)
- Hotel Willo- Pickups @ 9:30(10:00 Tour) /11:30(12:00 Tour)
- Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown (Georgia St)- Pickups @ 9:30(10:00 Tour) /11:30(12:00 Tour)
- Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel -Pickups @ 9:30(10:00 Tour) /11:30(12:00 Tour)
- Hotel BLU Vancouver -Pickups @ 9:30(10:00 Tour) /11:30(12:00 Tour)
- Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Vancouver Downtown-Pickups @ 9:30(10:00 Tour) /11:30(12:00 Tour)
- Georgian Court Hotel-Pickups @ 9:30(10:00 Tour) /11:30(12:00 Tour)
- Residence Inn by Marriott Vancouver Downtown-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Quality Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Moda Hotel-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Landis Hotel & Suites-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Hotel Belmont Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Grand Park Hotel & Suites Downtown Vancouver (Formerly GEC Granville Suites Hotel)-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- The Parker Hotel Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Best Western Chateau Granville-Pickups @ 9:35(10:00 Tour) /11:35(12:00 Tour)
- Wedgewood Hotel & Spa-Pickups @ 9:40 (10:00 Tour) /11:40(12:00 Tour)
- Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre-Pickups @ 9:40 (10:00 Tour) /11:40(12:00 Tour)
- Sandman Suites Vancouver (Davie St)-Pickups @ 9:40 (10:00 Tour) /11:40(12:00 Tour)
- Century Plaza Hotel & Spa-Pickups @ 9:40 (10:00 Tour) /11:40(12:00 Tour)
- The Burrard-Pickups @ 9:40 (10:00 Tour) /11:40(12:00 Tour)
- Sonder The Sunset-Pickups @ 9:40 (10:00 Tour) /11:40(12:00 Tour)
- Fairmont Hotel Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:40 (10:00 Tour) /11:40(12:00 Tour)
- Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Azur Hotel-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Pan Pacific Vancouver(Please meet across the street at Fairmont Waterfront Hotel lobby)-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Exchange Hotel Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Terminal City Club-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Rosewood Hotel Georgia-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Loden Hotel-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Hyatt Regency Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Fairmont Waterfront-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Fairmont Pacific Rim-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Executive Hotel Le Soleil-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Days Inn by Wyndham Vancouver Downtown-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Auberge Vancouver Hotel-Pickups @ 9:50 (10:00 Tour) /11:50(12:00 Tour)
- Paradox Hotel Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:55(12:00 Tour)
- Carmana Plaza-Pickups @ 9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:55(12:00 Tour)
- Tropicana Suite Hotel-Pickups @ 9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:55(12:00 Tour)
- Divya Sutra Suites (formerly Riviera Hotel)-Pickups @ 9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:55(12:00 Tour)
- Blue Horizon Hotel-Pickups @ 9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:55(12:00 Tour)
- The Westin Bayshore-Pickups @ 9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:55(12:00 Tour)
- Times Square Suites Hotel Vancouver-Pickups @ 9:55 (10:00 Tour) /11:55(12:00 Tour)
Reviews(1,882)
This was an amazing day in Vancouver! We loved everything about it. We saw areas that we never could have found on our own, making great use of our time. We were in the city leading up to a trip on the Rocky Mountaineer so we had a full day to fill and this was perfect. Our guide, Em, was engaging and helpful. She offered great suggestions. The only area of improvement I might suggest is the pick up. We were staying at a very busy intersection/port with cruise ships embarking etc. The pick up spot did not specify to be in the hotel lobby. We were standing on the street looking for a van marked with the name of the company. Our driver parked around the back of the building to avoid the traffic so we didn't ever see a van. We weren't told the driver would be wearing a teal shirt. 15 minutes after pick up time we called the office to get clarification and were told to go into the lobby of the hotel. We could have missed our tour entirely if we hadn't called for more direction. This tour if definitely worth booking.
The Capilano Suspension Bridge was definitely the highlight of this great tour. Simon our guide was friendly, funny and quite knowledgeable about Vancouver. He gave great tips and history about all the sights we visited. We enjoyed lunch at Granville Island Market and the beautiful views at the Vancouver Lookout was a perfect ending to a wonderful tour.
It is a great tour, saw so much and plenty of time at each place. Suspension bridge is awesome. Even though I don't care for heights it is an amazing experience. Granville Island has so much to offer.
Well rounded trip. Very informative. Our tour guide was excellent and shared a lot of personal experiences.
We enjoyed the tour. Seemed to be just about the right amount of time at each stop. Simon was very informative and personable.
We had a wonderful experience on the Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour with our guide, Rob. Everything was very well organised, and Rob was knowledgeable, friendly and made the tour enjoyable for everyone. I was travelling with teenagers, and they also really enjoyed the tour, which is not always easy to achieve! The small-group format made the experience comfortable and personal, and we got to see and learn a lot about Vancouver. We had a great time and would definitely recommend this tour, especially for families travelling with teenagers. Thank you, Rob, for a fantastic experience!
We got to travel on this tour with Heather and she was amazing and very enthusiastic about her job, providing great information and humor. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Vancouver!
Our excursion was a perfect one day, 6+ hour experience seeing several highlights of this beautiful city with a rich history. Toni was our tour guide for the day and took every opportunity to share her knowledge and point out areas of interest.
A great way to see many parts of Vancouver all in one tour. We appreciated our guide Tim’s knowledge and friendliness.
Tim our driver was great . He was very informative and had a great sense of humor . Highly recommend this tour .
