Granville Island, Vancouver

Name: Granville Island
Address: Vancouver, Canada

#223 among attractions in Vancouver

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Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge. The peninsula was once an industrial manufacturing area, but today it is a hotspot for Vancouver tourism and entertainment. Some Vancouver based tour companies, such as Discover Vancouver Tours and Vancity Tours, offer stops at Granville Island. The area was named after Granville Leveson-Gower, 2nd Earl Granville. ()

Alternative names: Area: 34.59 acres (0.0541 mi²)Archipelago: peninsulaCoordinates: 49°16'15"N, 123°8'2"W

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Granville Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.6 miN
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...
0.8 miNW
Nautical history of the Arctic and Pacific
Vancouver Maritime Museum, Vancouver
20 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 miN
Dancing, Nightlife
Numbers, Vancouver
17 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.
~1940 ftNW
Bridge
Burrard Street Bridge, Vancouver
10 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.
0.6 miNW
City history from First Nations to today
Museum of Vancouver, Vancouver
16 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...
0.6 miNW
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
H. R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver
17 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.
0.5 miNW
Park, View point
Vanier Park, Vancouver
13 min walk • 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.
0.7 miS
Nightlife, Cinema, Concerts and shows
Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, Vancouver
17 min walk • The Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage is a landmark theatre at 12th Avenue and Granville Street in Vancouver, British Columbia which serves as the main stage for the Arts Club Theatre Company.
~1620 ftNE
Bridge
Granville Street Bridge, Vancouver
8 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.
~1360 ftNE
Park, Playground
George Wainborn Park, Vancouver
7 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.
0.5 miSE
Park, Bike trail, Outdoor activities
Charleson Park, Vancouver
13 min walk • Charleson Park is a 7.14-hectare park along False Creek, located in the Fairview neighborhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It has skyline views of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Granville Island?

Nearby attractions include Gallery of BC Ceramics, Vancouver (2 min walk), Pelican Bay Marina, Vancouver (6 min walk), George Wainborn Park, Vancouver (7 min walk), Granville Street Bridge, Vancouver (8 min walk).

How to get to Granville Island by public transport?

The nearest stations to Granville Island:

Ferry

Granville Island Terminal • Lines: Aquabus (4 min walk)
Granville Island Dock • Lines: False Creek Ferries Route 1, False Creek Ferries Route 2, False Creek Ferries Route 3 (6 min walk)

Bus

West 2nd Avenue at Anderson Street • Lines: 50 (6 min walk)
Lamey's Mill Road at Alder Crossing • Lines: 50 (8 min walk)

Trolleybus

West 5th Avenue at Granville Street • Lines: 14, 4, 7 (9 min walk)
Granville St at West 5th Ave • Lines: 10, 14, 16 (9 min walk)

Metro

Yaletown-Roundhouse • Lines: Canada Line (16 min walk)
Olympic Village • Lines: Canada Line (23 min walk)

Train

Waterfront (38 min walk)