British Columbia Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

False Creek runs from English Bay up to the Science Center. There's now a walking and bike path that runs completely around False Creek - from English Bay, past Yaletown, around the Science Center, and up to Granville Island and beyond. 

False Creek used to be Vancouver's industrial inner harbour. One-hundred years later, it has been retrofit and renovated and gentrified. Some of the architecture preserves that history. What remains now is a peaceful places where sky and sea meet. Ringed with places for coffee, places to sit and look at the sea and sky change as big and small boats move in and out of the inner harbour.

#Reflections
False Creek runs from English Bay up to the Science Center. There's now a walking and bike path that runs completely around False Creek - from English Bay, past Yaletown, around the Science Center, and up to Granville Island and beyond. 

False Creek used to be Vancouver's industrial inner harbour. One-hundred years later, it has been retrofit and renovated and gentrified. Some of the architecture preserves that history. What remains now is a peaceful places where sky and sea meet. Ringed with places for coffee, places to sit and look at the sea and sky change as big and small boats move in and out of the inner harbour.

#Reflections
British Columbia Coast
A trail picture from our last day on the West Coast Trail. This is at the North end of the trail.

Day 5 of our 75km back-country thru-hike.

We loved this hike and highly recommend it. It's challenging but beautiful. 

#hike #backcountry #britishcolumbia #explorecanada #beautiful #nationalpark #westcoasttrail
British Columbia Coast

Where to stay in British Columbia Coast

Downtown Vancouver showing a city, a high-rise building and modern architecture

Downtown Vancouver

4.5/5(354 area reviews)

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

Downtown Vancouver
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Victoria
 #EndlessSummer , great to see this in real life . after seeing it used in so many tv episodes

West Side

While you're in West Side, take in top sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden or West 4th Avenue, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King Edward Station or Oakridge-41st Avenue Station.

West Side
West End featuring signage, a city and street scenes

West End

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.

West End
Best sunsets ever at Vancouver. 
#lifeatexpedia

East Vancouver

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While you're in East Vancouver, take in top sights like Port of Vancouver or Commercial Drive, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nanaimo Station or 29th Avenue Station.

East Vancouver
Best sunsets ever at Vancouver. 
#lifeatexpedia

Central Vancouver

3/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or BC Place Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.

Central Vancouver
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

4 out of 5
3500 Cessna Dr Richmond BC
The price is 3.437.775 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
3.437.775 ₫
4.027.697 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,099 reviews)
Great waitress in bar. Deb was efficient, fun and helpful. Room was average

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
River Rock Casino Resort

River Rock Casino Resort

4 out of 5
8811 River Road Richmond BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.905.144 ₫ per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
3.905.144 ₫
5.018.903 ₫ total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Richmond. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (11,424 reviews)
The hotel was nice and we got a free upgrade.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

River Rock Casino Resort
Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver

Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver

4 out of 5
405 North Rd Coquitlam BC
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coquitlam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,896 reviews)
Room was amazing and clean. They even made the beds, cleaned the bathroom and gave us fresh towels, which no hotel has done since covid. Our friends stayed in a different hotel nearby, paid quite a bit more, and it was dirty and uncomfortable. I'd stay here again!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street Victoria BC
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,274 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at Parkside. The venue is gorgeous; like bringing the outside in. I loved the Koi pond. It was so relaxing to sit by it. The suite was very clean and spacious. I enjoyed overlooking the Koi pond from our own patio. The pool was great; quite large and warm. Spacious hot tub ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Keefer House

Keefer House

4 out of 5
123 Keefer St Vancouver BC
Stay at this aparthotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and cable TV channels. Popular attractions BC Place Stadium and Canada Place Cruise ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Excellent apartment hotel with a fantastic suite layout, easy check-in and secure access. Good location to Uber key areas. Would definitely stay here again. Appreciated the helpful and immediate responses from customer service and their ability to accommodate an early check-in for me.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Keefer House
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort

Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort

3 out of 5
1175 Resort Drive Parksville BC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Parksville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (632 reviews)
Check out time was too early. Since the days start late during winter time, it will be nicer to have a later check out time…

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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