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Vancouver, Canada Attractions
Vancouver, Canada's great Western city and the third largest in the entire nation is the host of 2010 Winter Olympics. In addition to the scenery of the rugged Pacific Ocean coast on one side, a myriad of forested islands, and impressive snow-capped mountains rising to the north; Vancouver offers a great variety of museums and outdoor attractions to choose from. Although beautiful and fun-filled, visitors to Vancouver should be prepared for rain; bring slickers, galoshes and umbrellas! Vancouver's weather is best from May to September, but you should be prepared all year long.
Few cities combine such stunning vistas and gracious citizens with so many family-friendly spots. And for the budding Olympians in the family, there are many wonderful places to work out. For even more great information, visit www.tourismvancouver.com.
Great Fun for the Kids
(Toddlers to Age 8)
Vancouver Aquarium
845 Avison Way
Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3X8
604/659-3400
Vancouver Aquarium, Canada’s first official public aquarium, opened on June 15, 1956. It has become the largest in Canada and one of the five largest in North America, with 166 displays of over 70,000 animals that include moray eels, sharks, sea lions, seals, otters and many varieties of fish. Both parents and kids can enjoy the daily whale shows and shark dives. The underwater windows also give kids a chance to look at different aquatic mammals. The aquarium also offers many family-friendly amenities from strollers to family programming.
Granville Island Museums
1502 Duranleau St.
Granville Island
Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3S4
604/683-1939
This small island near downtown has three museums: the Model Ships Museum, The Sport Fishing Museum, and the Model Trains Museum. Parents and their young children can enjoy looking at model trains and even though there are no interactive exhibits for the youngest, all will enjoy the different displays and layouts of the trains. Check the virtual reality tours on their website for a preview. These museums have the largest public display of tools and model trains as well as a big collection of sport fishing and model ships, and are great for kids who are eager to learn about these topics.
I agree with you, any family lucky enough to have tickets to Olympic events won't have time to do much sightseeing, unless they're planning a longer trip ... which many will be.
Here's a look at the free stuff around town that only lasts as long as the Olympics. If you're going, enjoy!
http://www.familytravelforum.com/how/vacation_deals/13945-Free-Olympic-Fun---Family-Activities-Vancouver.html
Tent 4 Rent offers complete, set up, tent accommodation for small and bigger families. You don't have to take any camping and or kitchen gear. Just pack up your personal stuff and enjoy a relaxing camping trip that even fits in te smaller budgets.
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