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If you would rather explore Vancouver at your own pace, then pay a visit to the Vancouver Tourist Information Centres. One of the city's best features is its close proximity to natural wonders. For guided hikes through some of its closest attractions, such as Lighthouse Park, Horseshoe Bay and Bowen Island, check out Rockwood Adventures. They have an extensive selection of walking tours.







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Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver


Picnic destination
South of Highway 1/99, on the mouth of Burrard Inlet
Caulfield Drive
Vancouver, BC
Canada
+1 604 925 7275
This park is considered one of the most ideal places to hold hands and have a picnic. Built in 1912, Point Atkinson Lighthouse is a wilderness area close to the West Vancouver city centre. Easily accessible by car and public transit, it is a favourite day hiking spot. The park trails take you through huge Douglas firs, rocky cliffs and a granite shoreline. Be on the lookout for the bald eagles that nest in the Douglas firs. Unfortunately, the lighthouse itself is a working one and is closed to the public.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver photo by joshua neely
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Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver photo by Micheal Kelly
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Rockwood Adventures


Informative, guided walking tours
839 - Unit C West 1st Street
(Offices)
Vancouver, BC V7P 1A4
Canada
+1 604 980 7749 / +1 888 236 6606 (Toll Free)
http://www.rockwoodadventures....
Visiting this city requires that you spend at least one day experiencing the nearby natural sights. Naturalist and former chef Manfred Scholermann and his staff give a walking tour like no other. Take your pick of Lighthouse Park, Bowen Island, Capilano, or even downtown itself. The guides' knowledge of the environs and of the natural environment complement these walks, so you can learn while you sightsee. Make sure you have comfortable shoes, a hat, and some shades. Pickups are available at most major downtown hotels.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Vancouver Tourist Info Centre


Downtown source for tourists
200 Burrard Street
Plaza Level
Vancouver, BC V6C 3L6
Canada
+1 604 683 2000
http://www.tourismvancouver.com
Everything visitors need to know about the city is on hand at this tourist centre. Multilingual representatives provide accommodation bookings, car rentals, maps, brochures and everything else needed to enjoy the city. Located in the Waterfront Centre (the Station) and managed by the Downtown Vancouver Improvements Association, this is the resource to seek out when you are new in town. Along with the information centre, the group has set up kiosks throughout the downtown area. The attendants work only in the downtown area and can be identified by their casual navy uniforms.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Vancouver Tourist Info Centre photo by VancouverGo
Photo: VancouverGo
 

 
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