Vancouver Skate Plaza, Vancouver

Name: Vancouver Skate Plaza
Address: Vancouver, Canada

#297 among attractions in Vancouver

Sport venue, Sport

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Facts and practical information

The Vancouver Skate Plaza is a skatepark in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is located under the Georgia Street and Dunsmuir viaducts at the corner of Union St. and Quebec St. It was designed and built in 2004, making it the first Street plaza skatepark. ()

Coordinates: 49°16'38"N, 123°6'11"W

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Downtown VancouverVancouver Canada

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Vancouver Skate Plaza – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Science World, Rogers Arena, BC Place, Fortune Sound Club.

~1440 ftS
Museum, Science museum, Theater
Science World, Vancouver
7 min walk • Science World, located in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, is a gleaming geodesic dome that serves as a beacon of education and entertainment for all ages. This iconic museum, situated at the end of False Creek, is dedicated to promoting science and technology...
~1440 ftW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Rogers Arena, Vancouver
7 min walk • Rogers Arena, a premier sports venue located in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, stands as a beacon of entertainment and athletic prowess. This multifunctional arena, with a seating capacity of up to 18,910 for ice hockey, is home to the Vancouver Canucks of the...
0.4 miW
Big stadium with a retractable roof
BC Place, Vancouver
11 min walk • BC Place is a premier sporting venue located in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, and serves as a central hub for major sports events and entertainment in the region. This iconic stadium, with its distinctive retractable roof—the largest of its kind in the...
~1310 ftNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Fortune Sound Club, Vancouver
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's historic Chinatown, Fortune Sound Club stands as a beacon for music enthusiasts and night owls seeking a unique clubbing experience. This premier nightlife destination, known for its eclectic music programming and vibrant atmosphere...
~870 ftN
Tranquil green space with Taoist design
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, Vancouver
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's bustling Chinatown, the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden stands as an oasis of tranquility and reflection amidst the urban landscape. This meticulously designed park is the first of its kind outside of China, fashioned in the...
0.4 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
BC Sports Hall of Fame, Vancouver
11 min walk • The BC Sports Hall of Fame is a museum located in BC Place Stadium, at Gate A, the main entrance to the stadium, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
0.4 miNW
Square
Woodward's Building, Vancouver
11 min walk • The Woodward's Building is a historic building in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The original portion of the building was constructed in 1903 for the Woodward's Department Store when that area of Cordova Street was the heart of Vancouver's retail shopping district.
~1880 ftNW
Museum, Military museum
Beatty Street Drill Hall, Vancouver
10 min walk • The Beatty Street Drill Hall is a Canadian Forces armoury located at 620 Beatty Street in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the home of The British Columbia Regiment, an armoured reconnaissance reserve regiment, the oldest military unit in Vancouver, and the most senior militia in the province.
~1230 ftNW
Vernacular architecture, Architecture
Sam Kee Building, Vancouver
6 min walk • The Sam Kee Building, located at 8 West Pender Street in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is the "narrowest commercial building in the world" according to the Guinness Book of Records.
~910 ftN
Museum, Military museum
Chinese Canadian Military Museum Society, Vancouver
5 min walk • The Chinese Canadian Military Museum Society is located in Vancouver, on the second floor of the Chinese Cultural Centre. It was created in 1998 and maintains a museum in that city.
~1880 ftSW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Plaza of Nations, Vancouver
10 min walk • The Plaza of Nations was an entertainment complex located on the northeast shore of False Creek in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vancouver Skate Plaza?

Nearby attractions include Georgia Viaduct, Vancouver (4 min walk), Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, Vancouver (5 min walk), Chinese Canadian Military Museum Society, Vancouver (5 min walk), Sam Kee Building, Vancouver (6 min walk).

How to get to Vancouver Skate Plaza by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vancouver Skate Plaza:

Bus

Quebec Street at Columbia Street • Lines: 23 (4 min walk)
Keefer Street at Columbia Street • Lines: 23 (4 min walk)

Trolleybus

Main St at East Hastings St • Lines: 3, 8 (4 min walk)
Main St at Keefer St • Lines: 19, 3, 8 (5 min walk)

Metro

Main Street-Science World • Lines: Expo Line (8 min walk)
Stadium–Chinatown • Lines: Expo Line (9 min walk)

Train

Vancouver Pacific Central (9 min walk)
Waterfront (18 min walk)

Ferry

Village Dock • Lines: Aquabus, False Creek Ferries Route 3 (10 min walk)
Plaza of Nations Dock • Lines: Aquabus, False Creek Ferries Route 3 (10 min walk)