As a city by the ocean, much of Vancouver's culture and extracurricular pastimes stem from its love affair with all things aquatic. Ocean, inlets, rivers and lakes - it's all here in Vancouver, enhanced by dazzling views.
There's beach after wonderful beach from which to spend a sun-drenched afternoon or evening (in the summer, the sun doesn't set till after 9 p.m.). Indulge in every water activity imaginable, including swimming, boating, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking. The fishing opportunities abound in the ocean as well as in the fresh waters of pristine rivers and lakes.