British Columbia, Canada
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) serves Vancouver and British Columbia. It sits on Sea Island in Richmond, approximately 12 km (7.5 miles) from downtown. YVR consistently ranks among the best airports globally. Major airlines like Air Canada, WestJet, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, British Airways, Lufthansa, and KLM operate here.
YVR supplies a wide range of services: duty-free shops, restaurants, lounges, currency exchange, and car rental companies. Free Wi-Fi operates throughout the airport. Clear signage guides you.
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Extensive network connects Vancouver (Tsawwassen and Horseshoe Bay terminals) to Vancouver Island (Victoria, Nanaimo) and other Gulf Islands. Ferries carry vehicles and passengers.
Located in downtown Vancouver (Canada Place). A major port for Alaska cruises and Pacific Northwest itineraries. Large cruise ships dock here throughout the summer season.
Passengers arriving by ferry from the U.S. Or by cruise ship go through Canadian immigration and customs. Procedures are similar to air travel. Tsawwassen & Horseshoe Bay terminals have bus service to SkyTrain/downtown. Canada Place is downtown and easily accessible.
Canada does not impose specific exit fees or taxes upon departure. Any charges are included in your flight ticket price.
YVR offers numerous dining, shopping, and lounge options after security. This allows departing travelers to relax or purchase last-minute items.
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TransLink operates Metro Vancouver's public transit, providing a convenient way to explore. It features an integrated system of SkyTrain, Buses, and SeaBus.
Vancouver's transit system uses the Compass Card. Main hubs include Waterfront Station, Granville Station, and Broadway-City Hall Station.
Licensed taxis are cream-colored or white. Uber and Lyft operate widely in Vancouver. Fares are metered. Safety is regulated for taxis.
Requires minimum age (21-25), valid driver's license, and major credit card. Major companies are at YVR and downtown. Parking is expensive.
Cycling is popular. Mobi by Shaw Go (bike share) and private rentals are available near Stanley Park. Helmets are mandatory.
Vancouver is a pedestrian-friendly city. The Stanley Park Seawall is a 9 km (5.5 mile) paved path, with separate lanes for walkers/runners and cyclists.
Dedicated bike lanes exist throughout Vancouver, promoting safe cycling. Helmets are mandatory by law in British Columbia for all cyclists.
Companies like Big Bus Tours Vancouver and Vancouver Trolley Company offer hop-on-hop-off services. These stop at Stanley Park and other major attractions.
False Creek Ferries and Aquabus offer passenger ferry services across False Creek, connecting various points including Granville Island (do not directly serve Stanley Park).
The Grouse Mountain Skyride is a gondola accessing Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver, a popular attraction outside the park.
TransLink is largely accessible for travelers with mobility needs. Many attractions, including the Vancouver Aquarium within Stanley Park, are wheelchair-friendly. Portions of the Seawall are also accessible for wheelchairs and scooters.
Image: A TransLink SkyTrain approaching a station in Vancouver.
