Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Historic & Heritage Sites
17 Historic & Heritage Sites in Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
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Built in 1894, this museum is one of the few remaining 19th century salmon canneries still in existence. It pays tribute to the history of the West Coast fishing industry, complete with model canning line, fish processing equipment and tools.
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Britannia Shipyard NHS is an authentic representation of a once thriving community of canneries, boatyards, residences & stores. Tour the oldest shipyard buildings in BC & observe ongoing boat restoration projects in this active waterfront park along the Fraser River.
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Explore BC’s oldest building at this reconstructed Hudson’s Bay Company fur trading post, just 40 km east of Vancouver. Costumed guides share unforgettable stories of fur trade life, the Fraser River gold rush & the founding of British Columbia. Discover how First Nations women enriched Fort Langley culture, diversifying the company’s trade with salmon & cranberries. Try your luck at gold panning & watch barrel-making & blacksmithing demonstrations. Enjoy cultural exhibits, a gift shop, Full Barrel Café (summer) & much more. Tour groups: reserve a Voyageur Canoe Adventure on the Fraser River, then experience life as a fur trader.
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1920's Fraser Valley living history site with costumed interpreters. This 2 ha (5 ac) BC Heritage attraction includes our 1906 General Store Museum, Manchester House Hotel, Post Office & First Nations exhibit. Friendly farm animals & wonderful Orchard Playground. Restaurant, Gift Shop & Special Events. Harrison Mills is also home to the Kilby Park, located within walking distance of the historic site at the confluence of the Fraser & Harrison Rivers, on Harrison Bay. The park features our scenic 22 site campground, a day use area, sandy beaches, nature trails & a boat launch which is open year-round.
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We offer multi-day sail cruises to the Queen Charlotte Islands, Northern Vancouver Island, Great Bear Rainforest, Gulf Islands & Alaska. Aboard our 68' vessels, you will experience whales, bears, sailing, native culture, wildlife, wilderness, birds, kayaking & much more. Offering Carbon Neutral trips on the coast, Bluewater was recently selected by National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine as ‘One of the World’s 50 Best!’ Join on a scheduled departure, or charter the whole vessel. Our professional crew, including an onboard Naturalist will take you to places few have ever been. See amazing wildlife, spectacular scenery & ancient cultures. Come explore!
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Experience heritage. Stroll down the streets of our 1920s traditional BC electric railway tram stop community. A village has been created with both heritage & replica buildings. Period costumed townsfolk give demonstrations in the homes, businesses & shops: watch the blacksmith at forge, listen to the rhythm of the platen press, mind the teacher in the schoolhouse, help churn butter & catch an old movie in the theatre. Be sure to take in the elegance of the Interurban #1223. This mode of transportation was ahead of its time. A ride on the 1912 CW Parker Carousel is sure to please.
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Experience Western Canada's largest Military History Museum. The Canadian Military Education Centre features a wide variety of fully operational military vehicles & displays in an interactive, hands-on environment. Climb inside a tank or armoured vehicle as you travel back in time to become a crewman of these historic machines. See first hand the personal possessions & equipment of famed combatants. Our extensive collection of captured equipment & war trophies will give you a sense of what our boys experienced. Learn Morse Code in our radio room where you can communicate with operators around the world. Private tours by appointment.
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Naturally thrilling since 1889, Capilano Suspension Bridge is breathtakingly suspended 135 m (450 ft) across, 70 m (230 ft) above Capilano River. Cross over to Treetops Adventure & walk from one magnificent Douglas fir to another via 7 elevated suspension bridges, some reaching as high as 30 m (100 ft) above the forest floor.
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A popular tourist attraction for the town of Hope & provides viewing, walking & picnicking opportunities. The hiking trail links to the historic Hope-Nicola Cattle Trail & the Othello tunnels were cut through granite for past railway access.
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Built in 1986, the Dr Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden is the first full-scale Scholar garden built outside of China using traditional techniques. Our covered walkways and exquisite architecture make it a delight in any weather or season, with the same relaxing and serene landscape as found in the old private gardens of China’s ancient elite. This living museum promotes the understanding of cultures through daily tours, festivals, monthly art exhibitions, music concerts and live theatre in the Summer.
Located a short walk away from Downtown Vancouver and historical Gastown, near parking and public transit. Wheelchair / stroller accessible.
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