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In British Columbia, nature shapes culture. Wilderness tugs at the edges of town, providing easy access to hiking, mountain biking, and more. 

Our cities never disappoint, whether you’re eager to visit oceanside Vancouver, our largest city, the four-season mountain playground of Whistler, or the province’s historic heart, Victoria, which blends old-world charm with new fascinations.

Explore BC’s cities through the stories below.

Slow your roll: A car-free adventure
through iconic south coast cities in BC

11 Days / 484 km (301 mi)

Leave your car behind and head out on an adventure that brings you through Metro Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler.

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Biking, Hiking

BC's Urban Trails

Experience nature in the city along some of BC's best urban trails.

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Indigenous Culture, Attractions & Sightseeing, Accommodation, Tour Operator

Cultural Connections in British Columbia

Explore diverse cultures, art, history, and ways of life in the BC cities of Vancouver, Richmond, Victoria, and Whistler.

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1-3 Days, Spring, Summer, Hotels

10 Things to Try—Maybe for the First Time—
Near Vancouver This Summer

Here are 10 activities and adventures to try this summer near Vancouver.

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Shopping

5 Things to Do at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Time to kill between flights? Read about 5 fun things to do at Vancouver International Airport, including a self-guided tour, trip to the spa, and...

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Vancouver to Golden via Highway 1

4 to 8 days / 737 km (458 mi)

Where to stop along Highway 1 between Vancouver and Golden.

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Dining & Culinary Tours

Vancouver's Kissa Tanto Serves Up Japanese and Italian Flavours

Restaurateur Tannis Ling discusses Vancouver's burgeoning restaurant scene, and the inspiration behind Chinatown hot spot Kissa Tanto.

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Winter Activities, Attractions, Adventure & Outdoors, Events, Spring, Fall, Winter

Relive the Memories of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games

Relive the excitement of the Games in Vancouver, Whistler, and Richmond.

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Slow your roll: A car-free adventure
through iconic south coast cities in BC

11 Days / 484 km (301 mi)

Leave your car behind and head out on an adventure that brings you through Metro Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler.

Explore Road Trip

Biking, Hiking

BC's Urban Trails

Experience nature in the city along some of BC's best urban trails.

Read the Article

Indigenous Culture, Attractions & Sightseeing, Accommodation, Tour Operator

Cultural Connections in British Columbia

Explore diverse cultures, art, history, and ways of life in the BC cities of Vancouver, Richmond, Victoria, and Whistler.

Read the Article

1-3 Days, Spring, Summer, Hotels

10 Things to Try—Maybe for the First Time—
Near Vancouver This Summer

Here are 10 activities and adventures to try this summer near Vancouver.

Read the Article

Shopping

5 Things to Do at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Time to kill between flights? Read about 5 fun things to do at Vancouver International Airport, including a self-guided tour, trip to the spa, and...

Read the Article

Vancouver to Golden via Highway 1

4 to 8 days / 737 km (458 mi)

Where to stop along Highway 1 between Vancouver and Golden.

Explore Road Trip

Dining & Culinary Tours

Vancouver's Kissa Tanto Serves Up Japanese and Italian Flavours

Restaurateur Tannis Ling discusses Vancouver's burgeoning restaurant scene, and the inspiration behind Chinatown hot spot Kissa Tanto.

Play Video

Winter Activities, Attractions, Adventure & Outdoors, Events, Spring, Fall, Winter

Relive the Memories of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games

Relive the excitement of the Games in Vancouver, Whistler, and Richmond.

Read the Article