Law Courts, Vancouver

Name: Law Courts
Address: Vancouver, Canada

#201 among attractions in Vancouver

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The Law Courts building is part of the landmark Robson Square complex in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It was designed by renowned Canadian architect Arthur Erickson. The Law Courts building occupies the southern block of the three city block complex, provincial government offices the middle block, and the Vancouver Art Gallery the northern block. The building is used exclusively by the two higher courts of the Province of British Columbia: the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal. ()

Coordinates: 49°16'51"N, 123°7'26"W

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Law Courts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Commodore Ballroom, Celebrities Nightclub, Vancouver Art Gallery, Pacific Centre.

~780 ftE
Dancing, Nightlife
Commodore Ballroom, Vancouver
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's entertainment district, the Commodore Ballroom is an iconic music venue that has played host to a multitude of legendary performances since its inception. This historic site, with its Art Deco style and sprung dance floor, has been a...
~1500 ftW
Dancing, Nightlife
Celebrities Nightclub, Vancouver
8 min walk • Celebrities Nightclub, a renowned hotspot in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, has been a cornerstone of the city's nightlife since its inception in 1910. Originally established as a theater, it transitioned into a nightclub in the 1970s and has since become an iconic...
~1290 ftNE
Artworks from British Columbia and beyond
Vancouver Art Gallery, Vancouver
7 min walk • The Vancouver Art Gallery stands as a cultural cornerstone in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. This esteemed institution is housed in a neoclassical former courthouse building, which adds a historical gravitas to its contemporary mission of showcasing a diverse range of...
~1720 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Pacific Centre, Vancouver
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Vancouver, the Pacific Centre stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. This bustling hub of retail activity offers a diverse array of stores and services across its expansive floors, catering to a...
~1570 ftW
Dancing, Nightlife
Numbers, Vancouver
8 min walk • Numbers is a notable nightclub located in the vibrant city of Vancouver, Canada. This popular entertainment venue has become an integral part of the city's nightlife scene, known for its inclusive atmosphere and diverse range of events.
~1650 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver
8 min walk • Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is the second cathedral church of the Anglican Diocese of New Westminster of the Anglican Church of Canada.
~1710 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Centre, Vancouver
9 min walk • Royal Centre, also known as RBC Tower or Royal Bank Tower, is a skyscraper complex located at 1055 West Georgia Street in Downtown Vancouver's Financial District. The skyscraper stands at just under 145m tall and 35 storeys.
~1570 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
TD Tower, Vancouver
8 min walk • Toronto Dominion Tower is located at 700 West Georgia Street in Downtown Vancouver and is connected to part of the Pacific Centre shopping mall. The skyscraper stands at 127 m or 30 stories tall and was completed in 1972.
~1770 ftE
Shopping, Department store
Hudson's Bay, Vancouver
9 min walk • The Hudson's Bay Company's flagship Vancouver Downtown store is a six-storey building in the downtown core of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Located at 674 Granville Street, on the corner of Georgia Street, the cream terra cotta building with Corinthian columns was built in 1927.
0.4 miE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Vancouver
11 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, commonly known as Holy Rosary Cathedral, is a late 19th-century French Gothic revival church that serves as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver.
~940 ftNE
Ice rink, Square
Robson Square, Vancouver
5 min walk • Robson Square is a landmark civic centre and public plaza, located in Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the site of the Provincial Law Courts, UBC Robson Square, government office buildings, and public space connecting the newer development to the Vancouver Art Gallery.

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Which popular attractions are close to Law Courts?

Nearby attractions include Granville Entertainment District, Vancouver (2 min walk), First Baptist Church Vancouver, Vancouver (3 min walk), Contemporary Art Gallery, Vancouver (4 min walk), St. Andrew's Wesley Church, Vancouver (4 min walk).

How to get to Law Courts by public transport?

The nearest stations to Law Courts:

Bus

Howe Street at Nelson Street • Lines: N10 (3 min walk)
Burrard St at Smithe St • Lines: 2 (3 min walk)

Trolleybus

Granville St at Nelson St • Lines: 10, 14, 16, 4, 7 (3 min walk)
Robson St at Burrard St • Lines: 5 (5 min walk)

Metro

Vancouver City Centre • Lines: Canada Line (7 min walk)
Burrard • Lines: Expo Line (10 min walk)

Ferry

Aquatic Centre Dock • Lines: False Creek Ferries Route 1, False Creek Ferries Route 2 (17 min walk)
Hornby Terminal • Lines: Aquabus (17 min walk)

Train

Waterfront (18 min walk)
Vancouver Pacific Central (33 min walk)