Autumn in Vancouver

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Rainy day activities take on a new meaning in Vancouver, when the city and its outdoor surroundings are at their freshest.

The lay of the land

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Kick off your day on a Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing hop-on-hop-off tour. Choose the Park Route and you can hop on and off the bus at 20 of the city's favourite sightseeing stops while enjoying expert commentary from your knowledgeable local guide.

Leave the tour at Granville Island, a culinary hub, home to over 300 one-of-a-kind Canadian businesses that are enjoyed by locals year-round. Vancouver Foodie Tours offer the Granville Island Market Tour, a guided culinary experience with VIP access to Canada's top artisans. You?ll skip the lines and indulge in 20+ signature Canadian tastings, including organic breads, local charcuterie, British Columbian cheeses, melt-in-your-mouth donuts and more.

Time for culture

Granville Island is also home to a thriving community of local artisans. After lunch take time to explore its galleries, studios and workshops before continuing your cultural adventure with a trip to the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia.

Located just a short ride away, the museum is home to one of the world's best collections of Northwest Coast First Nations art housed within a striking building designed by renowned architect, Arthur Erickson.

Uncover Vancouver's roots

Tonight you'll explore Gastown, Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood. The best way to experience it is on foot as part of a tour from Forbidden Vancouver where you'll learn about the city's edgy early history. After your tour, delve into the "new Gastown" with dinner at one of the area's coolest eateries, L'Abattoir Restaurant.

Insider tips

Fall foliage

Looking for fall foliage? Head for Stanley Park where the 10km paved seawall provides excellent opportunities to capture nature in all its glory.

Shopping

If shopping is more your thing, then head to Park Royal in West Vancouver, a semi-outdoor shopping centre full of exciting outlets and great brands.

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