Youth experiences

Vancouver's short-but-lively history is filled to the brim with fascinating stories. Toonie Tours offer free walking tours of Vancouver that help you to see the city through the eyes of a local expert guide. You could find yourself exploring the waterfront area, Gastown, the city's historic Chinatown, or the Granville Street precinct, learning about the history, architecture and street art as you go.

Once your tour has finished, head to Granville Island, a former industrial wasteland that's been turned into an arts and culture hub. Do as the locals do and grab lunch from one of the many vendors in the Granville Island Public Market.

After eating, spend some time checking out the island's artisan studios, craft workshops and galleries. Or get your heart rate going with a paddle on False Creek with the help of Vancouver Water Adventures, who offer rentals and tours from the island itself.

After dinner it's time to sample some of Vancouver's nightlife. Grab a craft beer in Gastown where the cobbled streets are lined with bars. Then follow the neon lights to Granville Street, hit up Yaletown's trendy bar scene or dance the night away at Celebrities Night Club, one of Vancouver's best nightclubs in the heart of our LGBTQ2S+ community, Davie Village.

If you're interested in live music, make sure you check the event calendar for venues such as The Commodore Ballroom, Queen Elizabeth Theatre and The Orpheum.