About this experience
Interested in an immersive cultural experience? Want to connect to the people and places of our past? Excited to dive deeper into history and significant stories that shaped Canada? Join a complimentary tour or explore on your own at the Chinese Canadian Museum — the first of its kind in Canada.
Located in the oldest brick building in Vancouver's Chinatown, the museum elevates the diverse history and voices of Chinese Canadians across the country.
The space features 3 storeys of exhibitions, an immersive gift shop, and a rooftop garden, as well as a recreated 1930s living room and one of the oldest, most historic school rooms in Vancouver — the Vancouver Chinese Independent School in 1914.
A must-visit attraction in Vancouver, the Chinese Canadian Museum provides an invigorating, engaging, and transformative experience for present and future generations.
The museum is open Wed. to Sun., and is perfect for families, history buffs, art and museum lovers, and culture enthusiasts.
At a glance
- Duration: 45 min–2 hr
What is included
- Admission fee
Itinerary and highlights
With three storeys of exhibitions, visitors can explore and interact with our multiple exhibitions that highlight stories and experiences of Chinese Canadians. This includes two floors of temporary exhibitions, including the feature gallery space, as well as permanent exhibitions on the 3rd floor highlighted by one of the oldest school rooms in Vancouver. The museum is located inside one of the oldest brick buildings in Chinatown. There is also an immersive retail store on the first floor called 1889 Trading Co.
Languages and tickets
- zh-TW — Written
- cmn — Guide
- yue — Guide
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- zh-CN — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Chinese Canadian Museum
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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