Attractions

One of the most famous landmarks in North Vancouver is the Capilano Suspension Bridge. The bridge was originally built in 1889, and is 450 feet across and 230 feet above Capilano River and is, without a doubt, the world's greatest suspension footbridge!

Of course, a visit to North Vancouver would not be complete without a gondola ride up to Grouse Mountain. During the summer enjoy helicopter rides, Lumberjack shows, hike the Grouse Grind and much more. Winter time means skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and sleigh riding.

Need a change of scenery? Try Mount Seymour or Cypress Mountain for more ski runs and snow fun. Come and test out the 2010 Olympic facilities! Take a bus trip to Downtown over the Lions' Gate Bridge and visit Gastown (the original Vancouver), Chinatown, Granville Island and Robson Street where designer boutiques abound and you may just see a movie star shopping there! Don't forget about Stanley Park. Rent a bicycle and go around the 10 km sea wall, explore the gardens, see the Totem Poles, visit the Aquarium or just relax on one of the beaches.

Other great tourist attractions include:

Lonsdale Quay and The Pier
Trans Canada Trail Pavilion — a heritage landmark and national monument honouring Canada's First Nations. The North Shore Pavilion marks the presence of the world's longest recreational trail. The Trans Canada Trail spans 17,900 kilometers of Canadian land from coast to coast, connecting people, cultures and communities.
North Vancouver Museum and Archives
Park and Tilford Gardens
Summer music festival at the Quay
Edgemont Village — a quaint alpine village with an array of shops
Lynn Canyon Park (another suspension bridge)
Many, many hiking trails

Some of the local events in North Vancouver and Vancouver include:

35th Annual Circle Craft Christmas Market
When: November 11 - 16, 2008
Where: Vancouver Exhibition Convention Centre
Hopscotch Festival
When: November 11 - 16, 2008
Where: The Station (1755 Cottrell)
The 12th Annual Hopscotch Festival features has always been a great Scotch, Whiskey and Beer festival on the west coast. Main tastings will take place November 13th and 14th, from 6 - 11 pm at The Station (1755 Cottrell), with over 50 exhibitors sampling more than 200 products. General tickets will cost $40 (this includes five free tokens, souvenir glass and entry to seminars). VIP tickets will cost $60 (for Friday only, this includes 10 free tasting tokens and early entrance). Festival events include whisky dinners, seminars, tastings, brewery tours and a corporate schmooze. www.hopscotchfestival.com
Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival
When: November 15 - 16, 2008
Where: Kilby Historic Site. Go to www.fraservalleybaldeaglefestival.ca for more information.
One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale
When: November 20 - 23, 2008
Where: BC Place
Meet and holiday shop for exceptional gifts from more than 150 of North America's best contemporary creators, artists and artisans.
Winter Solstice Lantern Festival - Dr Sun Yat Sen Chinese Garden
When: December, 2008
Where: 578 Carrall Street
2010 Olympics - Vancouver 2010
When: February 12 - 28, 2010
Where: Vancouver, North Vancouver & Whistler
2010 Paralympics - Vancouver 2010
When: March 12 - 21, 2010
Where: Vancouver, North Vancouver & Whistler

Be sure to check out Tourism Vancouver's website for more things to do, see and experience in our great city.