Vanier Park, Vancouver

Name: Vanier Park
Address: 1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver, V6J 3J9, Canada

#63 among attractions in Vancouver

Park, Relax in park, View point

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Vanier Park is a municipal park located in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, created in 1967. It is home to the Museum of Vancouver, the Vancouver Maritime Museum, the City of Vancouver Archives, and the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. It is also the site of the ancestral Squamish settlement of Sen̓áḵw, which was destroyed by the Provincial government 54 years earlier. ()

Created: 1967Elevation: 26 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 49°16'33"N, 123°8'31"W

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1100 Chestnut StKitsilanoVancouver V6J 3J9 Canada

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Vanier Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Celebrities Nightclub, Vancouver Maritime Museum, Numbers, Burrard Street Bridge.

0.6 miNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Celebrities Nightclub, Vancouver
16 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...
~1360 ftNW
Nautical history of the Arctic and Pacific
Vancouver Maritime Museum, Vancouver
7 min walk • The Vancouver Maritime Museum stands as a bastion of nautical heritage in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. Nestled in the picturesque setting of Vanier Park near the city's waterfront, the museum is dedicated to preserving and telling the story of the Pacific...
0.6 miNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Numbers, Vancouver
16 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.
~770 ftE
Bridge
Burrard Street Bridge, Vancouver
4 min walk • The Burrard Street Bridge is an iconic landmark in the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver, Canada. This historic bridge, which spans the False Creek inlet, is a testament to the city's architectural heritage and urban design.
~520 ftNW
City history from First Nations to today
Museum of Vancouver, Vancouver
3 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque setting of Vanier Park, the Museum of Vancouver (MOV) stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. This dynamic institution is dedicated to connecting people with the city's history, art, and culture through a diverse range...
~760 ftW
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
H. R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver
4 min walk • The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, is an astronomy museum located at Vanier Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The museum was opened on October 28, 1968 containing a Planetarium Star Theatre.
0.6 miN
Monuments and statues, Sculpture, Public art
Inukshuk, Vancouver
16 min walk • Inukshuk is an outdoor inuksuk by Alvin Kanak, installed at Vancouver's English Bay, in British Columbia. The inuksuk's base has a tablet recording that it was constructed in grey granite, and was commissioned by the government of the Northwest Territories for its pavilion at Expo 86, and later given to the City of Vancouver.
0.5 miE
Bridge
Granville Street Bridge, Vancouver
13 min walk • The Granville Street Bridge is an eight lane bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia, bridging Downtown Vancouver southwest to the Fairview neighborhood. It spans False Creek and is 27.4 metres above Granville Island. It is part of Highway 99.
0.6 miE
Park, Playground
George Wainborn Park, Vancouver
16 min walk • George Wainborn Park is a 2.5-hectare park along False Creek, located in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It was opened in 2004 and named after George Wainborn, who served as Vancouver's Parks Commissioner for 33 years.
0.8 miNE
Church
St. Andrew's Wesley Church, Vancouver
20 min walk • St. Andrew's-Wesley United Church is an affirming church located in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The church was designed by Twizel and Twizel and is constructed from Nelson Island granite and Haddington Island stone.
0.8 miS
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Douglas Reynolds Gallery, Vancouver
20 min walk • Douglas Reynolds Gallery is an art gallery in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is located in the Business Improvement Area of South Granville. The gallery was founded in 1995 by Douglas Reynolds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vanier Park?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Vancouver, Vancouver (3 min walk), H. R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver (4 min walk), Burrard Street Bridge, Vancouver (4 min walk), Vancouver Maritime Museum, Vancouver (7 min walk).

How to get to Vanier Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vanier Park:

Ferry

Aquatic Centre Dock • Lines: False Creek Ferries Route 1, False Creek Ferries Route 2 (7 min walk)
Maritime Museum Dock • Lines: False Creek Ferries Route 2 (8 min walk)

Bus

Beach Ave at Thurlow St • Lines: 23 (9 min walk)
Cornwall Avenue at Cypress Street • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)

Trolleybus

West 4th Avenue at Fir Street • Lines: 14, 4, 7 (14 min walk)
Davie St at Bute St • Lines: 6 (15 min walk)

Metro

Yaletown–Roundhouse • Lines: Canada Line (24 min walk)
Vancouver City Centre • Lines: Canada Line (29 min walk)