Lonely Planet Pocket Vancouver

Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Top Sights Maps & Walking Tours Covers Downtown & West End, Yaletown & Granville Island, Gastown and more
Discover twice the city in half the time and build a trip to remember. Packed with itineraries, maps, walking tours and tips, our expert team of travel writers share how to plan the ultimate short trip to Vancouver - go whale watching, explore urban gardens, eat your way around famous food markets - if it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Vancouver.

Imagine a place where towering forests frame stunning seascapes, and peaceful city gardens lead to celebrated restaurants serving the day's catch. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have watched a live show at the Stanley Theatre, whale-watched from Granville Island, and eaten their way around Richmond Night Market. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Vancouver travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Easy-to-use design so you can navigate Vancouver effortlessly
• Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Vancouver
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Stanley Park, to Granville Island Public Market, and Science World
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Covers: Downtown & West End, Gastown & Chinatown, Yaletown & Granville Island, Main Street & Mt Pleasant, Fairview & South Granville, Kitsilano & UBC, North Shore plus a day trip to Whistler

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Vancouver.

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