Things to Do in Vancouver,
Pitt Meadows & Nearby Areas
Visiting the festival in April? Here are great options for sightseeing, nature, food, and day trips throughout the Lower Mainland and Sea-to-Sky region.
Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver
- Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art
- Gastown – Historic district with shops, restaurants, and the Steam Clock.
- Vancouver Lookout (Harbour Centre)
- Stanley Park – Seawall, Totem Poles, English Bay, and the Vancouver Aquarium.
Food & Treats
- Bon Bon Bakery – Local favourite for pastries and European-style baked goods.
Museums & Cultural Sites
Granville Island & False Creek
- Granville Island Public Market
- Aquabus Ferry – Hop-on/hop-off to Kitsilano, Maritime Museum, and Yaletown.
- Kayaking in False Creek
North Vancouver
- Grouse Mountain – Gondola, wildlife refuge, and viewpoints.
- Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge (free)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
- Deep Cove – Kayaking, paddleboarding, cafés, and the Quarry Rock hike.
Beaches & Parks
Pitt Meadows & Nearby Nature
- Pitt Meadows Dyke Trail System – Flat riverside walking and biking with mountain views.
- Pitt River Regional Greenway – Long, scenic paths along the Fraser River.
- Pitt Polder Ecological Reserve – Birdwatching and quiet nature walks.
- Best Trails in Pitt Meadows
- Pitt Meadows Trail Guide
Day Trips
Bowen Island
- Discover Bowen Island – Great cafés, short hikes, and a relaxed village feel. Travel there on BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay → Snug Cove
Fort Langley
- Fort Langley National Historic Site
- Walk the village shops and riverside paths.
Steveston Village (Richmond)
- Steveston Village – Historic fishing village, waterfront walks, and seafood.
White Rock
- White Rock – Beach promenade, pier, and restaurants.
Squamish & Whistler (Sea-to-Sky Corridor)
Squamish
- Sea to Sky Gondola – Stunning views, short hiking trails, suspension bridges, and dining.
- Squamish Adventure Centre – Clean washrooms, visitor info, and coffee.
- Smoke Bluffs Park – Short hike from Logger’s Lane with great views of Howe Sound.
- Squamish Canyon / Treetop Walks – Elevated forest walkways (part of the gondola experience).
Whistler
Victoria (Full-Day Trip)
- See Victoria by taking BC Ferries from Tsawwassen → Swartz Bay
- Butchart Gardens
- Explore downtown Victoria’s harbour, museums, and shops.