Complete 5-day guide to Vancouver, Canada with Top attractions and Hidden Gems

Day 2 starts at Vancouver Aquarium at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore. Travel by bus (15 mins, ~$3 CAD) to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, arriving at 11:30 AM for another 2 hours of enjoyment. After, take a 10-minute taxi ride (~$20 CAD) to Granville Island by 2 PM, wrapping up your day with 2 hours of leisure and exploration.

Day 3 starts at Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to explore the nature trails. Take a 30-minute taxi ride (~$40 CAD) to Science World, arriving by 11 AM for 2 hours of interactive exhibits. At 1:30 PM, travel 15 minutes by taxi (~$20 CAD) to Queen Elizabeth Park; enjoy the gardens and views for 90 minutes. This itinerary balances activity and relaxation while maximizing your experience in Vancouver.

Day 4 starts at VanDusen Botanical Garden at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Take a 10-minute taxi ride (~$15 CAD) to Kitsilano Beach by 11:30 AM - enjoy the sun for 2 hours. Depart for the Museum of Anthropology at UBC at 2 PM, a 15-minute taxi ride (~$20 CAD). Spend another 2 hours appreciating Indigenous art and culture.

Start Day 5 at Pacific Spirit Regional Park at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to explore nature trails. Travel 15 minutes by taxi (~$15 CAD) to Seawall at 11 AM - enjoy a scenic 2-hour walk. Finish at Vancouver Art Gallery at 1:30 PM - allow 2 hours to appreciate the exhibits. A 10-minute taxi ride (~$10 CAD) links the sites smoothly.