On English Bay south of False Creek and below the Burrard
Bridge, this park is home to a fine beach, a stand of lovely old maple
trees and a number of museums. The Vancouver Museum specializes in
the history of Vancouver and southwestern BC. On display are historic
photos and artifacts, including an exhibit on the Salish Indians.
In the same complex is a planetarium with regularly changing, entertaining
and educational shows. A five-minute walk away, the Vancouver Maritime
Museum has lots of wooden models, some old rowing boats and good displays
on the city's rich maritime heritage. It offers tours aboard the St
Roch, a 1928 Royal Canadian Mounted Police Arctic patrol sailing ship.
Also in Vanier Park are a swimming pool, tennis courts and other sporting
grounds. The park is a popular spot, and when the weather's fine,
you'll see loads of physically active people taking advantage of the
sun.
Areas of Interest:
Abbotsford
Burnaby
Chilliwack
Chinatown
City of Langley
City of North Vancouver
City of Richmond
City of Surrey
Commercial Drive
Gastown
Lynn Canyon Park
Maple Ridge District
Mt Seymour Provincial Park
North Shore
Port Coquitlam
Queen Elizabeth Park
Stanley Park
Steveston
University of British Columbia
Vanier Park
Vancouver real estate
(general)