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Vancouver City Tour & Capilano Suspension Bridge Canyon Lights

About this experience

This tour is packed with highlights and unique experiences. Get into the holiday spirit as you explore Vancouver’s soaring skyscrapers, architectural masterpieces, urban beaches, and coastal rainforests.

• Explore Canada Place, Robson Street & Granville Island
• Visit Stanley Park, voted the #1 Urban Park in the World on TripAdvisor.
• Saving the best for last! Be dazzled by thousands of magical lights twinkling across the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

We are celebrating 40 years of sharing our stunning cityscape, urban beaches, and coastal rainforests with our guests. Our expertly curated guided tours offer a special and safe experience.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr

What is included

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off at most hotels in downtown Vancouver.
  • Driver/guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Departure from downtown Vancouver

Snap a postcard-worthy pic of the five white sails of Canada Place flared toward the sky, while learning about the convention center’s construction for Expo ’86.

Catch glimpses of Vancouver’s rich diversity as you cruise down Robson Street, chock-full of shops from high-end retailers to indie boutiques, fine dining to hole-in-the-wall eateries, sports bars to cafes.

Now you are on your way to Stanley Park and its 1,000 acres (400 hectares) of natural oasis. Inside the park, admire nine totem poles at Brockton Point, fabulous examples of First Nation art, and one of the top attractions in British Columbia.

Cross the historic Lions Gate Bridge. It is a suspension bridge that crosses the first narrows of Burrard Inlet and connects the cities of Vancouver and North Vancouver.

The trek along the Capilano Suspension Bridge will afford you an unforgettable perspective. Enjoy activities such as the Cliffwalk and Treektrek and of course the main attraction of the bridge itself! During the months of November, December and January, the bridge and area is decorated with festive lights. Your arrival at the bridge will be later in the afternoon to enjoy the lighted scene!

Meeting and pickup information

  • Westcoast Sightseeing Welcome Kiosk. Please arrive 30 minutes before posted tour departure time.
  • Hotel pick-up is available from most downtown Vancouver hotels. If your hotel is not listed, please select the closest available location. Please be ready at your selected pick-up point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time. We do not provide luggage transfer services, and drop-offs at Vancouver International Airport are not included in this tour. **Late arrivals may not be allowed to join the tour and will not receive a refund.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Big Bus Vancouver / Westcoast Sightseeing

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Guests may activate ticket in Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff at Stop #1, or with driver at any stop along the route

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

  • Duration: 5 hours: Explore the main highlights of Capilano Suspension Bridge and its spectacular festive Canyon Lights Displays. Pickup included

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