Vanier Park Tours

The Norris crab, which is located in the middle of a fountain in front of the HR MacMillan Space Center, is one of the most photographed works of art in British Columbia, a favourite of tourists and schoolchildren.

The crab rises from a pool, pincers raised overhead, a magnificent six-metre-tall sculpture rendered in stainless steel.

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Night View of the West end, Vancouver from Burrard Bridge

"Gate to the Northwest Passage" is a 1980 sculpture by Alan Chung Hung located adjacent to the Vancouver Maritime Museum in Vanier Park.

The work was installed in 1980 to commemorate the arrival of Captain George Vancouver in Burrard Inlet, following a competition sponsored by Parks Canada one year prior.

According to Chung Hung: "The objective of the sculpture is to create a symbolic image with definite visual expression, awakening an awareness in Captain George Vancouver's contribution to the world, his remarkable and meticulous surveys which included the north Pacific coast."

Cycling through on the Seashore Bike Trail I came along this fella hiding in the trees. There was no signage so I'm unsure of its representation. He did however look like he needed a hug.

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Hotel at the Waldorf

East Vancouver

₩1,787,577

per person

Apr 1 - Apr 4

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Seoul (ICN) to Vancouver (YVR)

6.8/10 (1,165 reviews)

Staff very friendly, room very clean

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Paradox Vancouver

Downtown Vancouver

₩2,215,858

per person

Apr 1 - Apr 4

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Seoul (ICN) to Vancouver (YVR)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (4,559 reviews)

Great hotel, clean, friendly staff, good location.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Rosedale Condominiums

Downtown Vancouver

₩1,988,779

per person

Apr 1 - Apr 4

found 23 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Seoul (ICN) to Vancouver (YVR)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,962 reviews)

Clean, comfortable, nice view, kind staff. Definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Popular places to visit

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in H.R. MacMillan Space Centre in Vancouver. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Museum of Vancouver

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Vancouver during your travels in Vancouver. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Vancouver Maritime Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Vancouver Maritime Museum during your trip to Vancouver. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Sunset Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Sunset Beach during your travels in Vancouver? Amble around the area's seaside or experience its art scene.

Vancouver showing a city, a marina and a skyscraper

False Creek

Take a ferry ride past the high-rises of downtown Vancouver or cycle along the shoreline of this waterway in the heart of the city.

Granville Island Public Market

Shop with the locals and tourists at this bustling market located near Vancouver’s city center.

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Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

1000 Burrard St, Vancouver BC

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

1133 Hastings St W Vancouver BC

Hyatt Regency Vancouver

655 Burrard St Vancouver BC

Pan Pacific Vancouver

999 Canada Pl Vancouver BC

The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver

845 Burrard St Vancouver BC

Grand Park Hotel & Suites Downtown Vancouver, an Ascend Collection Hotel

718 Drake St Vancouver BC

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown

180 W Georgia St Vancouver BC

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