Marine Building, Vancouver

Name: Marine Building
Address: 355 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6C 2G8, Canada
Telephone: +1 604-684-4819

#135 among attractions in Vancouver

Skyscraper, Architecture

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The Marine Building is a skyscraper located at 355 Burrard Street in Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada near the Financial District. Completed in 1930, at the time of its opening it was the city's tallest skyscraper and it is one of the most iconic buildings in Vancouver and listed among the best Art Deco buildings in the world. It owes its name to the plethora of fine marine-themed ornaments that decorate it. Because of its iconic architecture and luscious interior decorations, the building has been chosen as the setting of a number of film and television productions. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Art DecoCoordinates: 49°17'15"N, 123°7'1"W

Address

355 Burrard StreetDowntown VancouverVancouver V6C 2G8 Canada

Contact

+1 604-684-4819

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Marine Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Harbour Centre, Vancouver Art Gallery, Sinclair Centre, Pacific Centre.

~1540 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Harbour Centre, Vancouver
8 min walk • Perched in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, Harbour Centre stands as a beacon of modern commerce and leisure. This bustling shopping centre, located at 555 West Hastings Street, is not just a hub for retail therapy but also a landmark for both locals and tourists alike.
~1720 ftSW
Artworks from British Columbia and beyond
Vancouver Art Gallery, Vancouver
9 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...
~920 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Sinclair Centre, Vancouver
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's bustling downtown, Sinclair Centre stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. This elegant shopping centre, characterized by its heritage architecture and sophisticated atmosphere, offers a unique...
~1510 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Pacific Centre, Vancouver
8 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...
~800 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Bentall Centre, Vancouver
4 min walk • The Bentall Centre, a prominent shopping destination nestled in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant retail landscape. This bustling shopping center, strategically located in the downtown area, is an integral part of Vancouver's...
~1310 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver
7 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.
~1430 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Centre, Vancouver
7 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.
~1800 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
TD Tower, Vancouver
9 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.
~1880 ftS
Shopping, Department store
Hudson's Bay, Vancouver
10 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.
~1700 ftE
Amusement park, Amusement ride
FlyOver Canada, Vancouver
9 min walk • FlyOver is a flying theater attraction. The first FlyOver attraction, FlyOver Canada, opened in 2013 at Canada Place in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia.
0.4 miS
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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Marine Building open?

Marine Building is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Marine Building?

Nearby attractions include Shaw Tower, Vancouver (3 min walk), Canada's Northern House, Vancouver (4 min walk), Seawall, Vancouver (5 min walk), Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver (5 min walk).

How to get to Marine Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Marine Building:

Trolleybus

West Pender St at Burrard St • Lines: 19, 5 (3 min walk)
West Pender St at Thurlow St • Lines: 19 (4 min walk)

Bus

West Pender St at Burrard St • Lines: 210, 211, 22 (3 min walk)
West Pender Street FS Howe Street • Lines: 22 (4 min walk)

Metro

Burrard • Lines: Expo Line (5 min walk)
Waterfront • Lines: Canada Line, Expo Line (6 min walk)

Train

Waterfront (8 min walk)
Vancouver Pacific Central (33 min walk)

Ferry

Waterfront • Lines: SeaBus (10 min walk)
Plaza of Nations Dock • Lines: Aquabus, False Creek Ferries Route 3 (25 min walk)