Top 5 Things to See: 48hrs in Vancouver
The city of Vancouver offers plenty to do and see. Here are a few things that no first-time visitor to Vancouver should miss!
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The coastal seaport city of Vancouver is located on the western side of Canada in the region of British Columbia. Known as the most populous city of the province, Vancouver is also the third-largest city in Canada. Vancouver is also known to be the most linguistically and ethnically diverse city in Canada with 48.9% of its residents not being native English or French speakers. Not only has Vancouver been named as one of the top five most livable cities in the world by the Economist Intelligence Unit, but it has also planned to become the greenest city in the world by the end of 2020. Travelers could spend months here without running out of things to do, but a weekend, when well planned, is just enough time to get a flavor of Vancouver.
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1. Water Activities in Deep Cove
The Deep Cove area, especially the stretch along Gallant Avenue, is well-known as a kayaking and canoeing hotspot. Travelers will have the chance to rent equipment, as well as take classes, while they visit the area. Once the day is over, visitors are also encouraged to stop for a snack at Honey Doughnuts & Goodies for some of the popular honey doughnuts of the area.
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2. Visit the Museum of Anthropology
Although Vancouver has many natural landscapes, the Museum of Anthropology is also a great landmark to visit for history lovers. Travelers will be educated about the nature and history of the area. The facility is home to some mosaic of Aboriginal work that can be dated back to around 10,000 years.
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3. Hike up the Grouse Grind
This destination is nicknamed by locals as "Mother Nature's Staircase." The trail takes visitors over half a mile up through the alpine woodland surrounding the city. Although being quite a challenging hike, travelers will be delighted by the picturesque views of the city when they reach the top.
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4. Stroll through Stanley Park
Stanley Park offers visitors a great location for a day out in the sun. Travelers will have the chance to cycle through the forests (bike rentals can be found near the entrances to the park), stroll by ancient First Nation villages, lay on the beach, frolick through the rose garden, or even pay a visit the sea lions and Pacific dolphins.
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5. Walk around Gastown
The heart of Vancouver can be found in Gastown, a trendy district named after a historical figure named John "Gassy Jack" Deighton. Travelers will have the chance to encounter a number of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, cocktail lounges, and stylish boutiques. Art lovers will also be delighted to know that Water Street features a handful of galleries featuring local art.
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| 📏 Average home size | 60 m² |
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| 🥳 Busiest month | August |
| 🛏️ Popular home types | Bed and breakfast rental and Apartment rental |
| 🌡️ Hottest months | 23 °C in July and August |
| ❄️ Coldest months | 1 °C in January and February |
| 🌧️ Rainiest months | 17 rainy days in November and December |
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