Big cities are fantastic places for family-friendly vacations. Why? Because big cities mean plenty to see and do!
We all know that traveling with children can be difficult and if there’s not a lot to keep them occupied, tantrums can quickly occur. However, if you’re thinking about heading to Vancouver, there’ll be no time for tantrums!
This is a very safe city that is easy to walk around and it is packed with plenty of things to see and do. Just outside of the main city you’ll also find plenty of natural, wide open spaces, which will allow your little ones to run off some steam. Many of the child-friendly attractions are also extremely exciting for adults too – double bonus!
Whether it’s raining, snowing, sunny, or anything else, let’s look at a few top activities you and your family might like to enjoy on your trip to Vancouver.
Education Aplenty at Science World
The aim is to help your children learn while having fun, because that way they don’t even know they’re learning! At Science World, that’s pretty easy. With shows, hands-on experiments, exhibits, and huge play areas, your children will not spend a second of their time here bored. They’ll learn about the human body, plants, the world, animals, you name it, it’s there.
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Shopping at Kids Market
Most kids detest shopping but this will be a totally different experience! At Kids Market, you can find toys that are totally out of the ordinary, hand-crafted, and totally unusual. There is also a huge play area, and places to sit and have a coffee too. If your little ones need some new clothes, you’ll also find plenty of clothing stores inside the market.
A Chilled Out Beach Day
Kitsilano Beach is a beautiful spot and it’s ideal for children to run around, splash, build sandcastles and get rid of some of that pent up energy! It’s also ideal for adults to chill out a little too. This isn’t the only beach in Vancouver, as there are actually eight Pacific-lapped beaches to choose from, but this one is pretty ideal for families and a little quieter. Between May to September the beach is patrolled by lifeguards too.
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Learn About Marine Life at Vancouver Aquarium
If you happen to experience a rainy day, it’s no problem when you have a huge aquarium to visit. Kids will love a day in Vancouver Aquarium and it’s a fun for adults too. You can learn about local sea life, including fish, sharks, and turtles, and there are also penguins and sealions to visit too. This is a very hands-on aquarium, with plenty of exhibits, feeding shows, and plenty of learning to be done.
Scream Away at Playland
During a warm, sunny day, a visit to Pacific National Exhibition is a great idea, and Playland is to be found inside. This is a huge amusement park that is ideal for all ages and it has amazing views to boot. If you’re visiting during the summer, you might be lucky enough to catch a music show too – check online before you visit to see what’s on.
Explore Space at MacMillan Space Centre
Kids love space, right? This is a great spot for learning and entertainment, and it’s another great idea for a rainy or cold day. Check out live shows and demonstrations, interactive exhibitions, and look at the stars in the huge observatory.
Winter Fun at Grouse Mountain
Less than half an hour out of the city center lies Grouse Mountain Resorts. This is the perfect spot if you’re visiting during winter as there is plenty of snowy fun to be had, including skiing and even ice skating. You don’t have to miss out during the summer either, as there is ziplining, wildlife spotting, and much more besides.
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Street Food Tasting at Granville Island
If you have children who all like different types of foods, or maybe they’re a little picky, Granville Island’s Public Market is the place to go. Check out some amazing street food here, including amazing cheese, huge baguettes, pasta, desserts, and everything else you can imagine!
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Seafood And Chills
A great spot for an evening meal as a family is on the harbor, and especially at Dockside Restaurant. This is a family-friendly restaurant but one which has a more upmarket feel. You can taste delicious seafood, but there is an extensive menu for picky eaters too. Of course, the view over the water is also terrific.
Vancouver is the ultimate family-friendly vacation choice. Whether winter, summer, or in-between, make sure you add this to your bucket list.
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