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Stanley Park

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Stanley Park

Overview

Stanley Park is a 400-hectare public park bordering downtown Vancouver. Travellers visit to walk or cycle along the paved seawall, explore forested trails, and spend time outdoors along the waterfront.

Getting There

From downtown Vancouver, the park is reachable on foot, by bike, or via transit bus along Georgia Street. Walking takes about 15 to 25 minutes, while cycling or taking the bus takes 5 to 10 minutes.

Time to Spend

Allow 2 to 4 hours. A walk along part of the seawall takes around 2 hours, while cycling the full loop or exploring forest trails takes half a day.

When to Go

Dry days from spring through autumn provide the best conditions. The grounds get heavily crowded on sunny weekends and summer afternoons. Go early in the morning or on weekdays for quieter paths.

Nearby Attractions

  • Lost Lagoon (0.5 km): A freshwater lake near the entrance with a flat walking trail.
  • Vancouver Aquarium (0.7 km): A marine centre located within the grounds.
  • Second Beach (1 km): A seaside spot on the western shore with ocean views and an outdoor pool.
  • Coal Harbour (1.3 km): A waterfront walkway connecting the park to downtown.

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Lost Lagoon

Nature

Lost Lagoon

A man-made lake near the entrance to Stanley Park in Vancouver, with a 1.75-km trail running around its perimeter. Canada geese, herons, turtles, and other wildlife make their home here, offering a close encounter with nature in the heart of the city.

0.5 km away
Vancouver Aquarium

Zoos & aquariums

Vancouver Aquarium

The Vancouver Aquarium is located within Stanley Park in Vancouver. Visitors can encounter a wide variety of marine life, while the aquarium also carries out marine conservation and research work.

0.7 km away
Second Beach

Nature

Second Beach

A beach inside Vancouver's Stanley Park, home to an outdoor pool built in 1932 that is still in use today. It's a lovely spot to relax and swim in a pool set right against the ocean.

1.0 km away
Coal Harbour

Shopping & districts

Coal Harbour

Coal Harbour sits on Burrard Inlet, between downtown Vancouver's peninsula and Stanley Park. The name now also refers to the adjoining waterfront neighborhood, where you can stroll along the water and take in harbor views.

1.3 km away
Third Beach

Nature

Third Beach

A beach at Ferguson Point in Vancouver's Stanley Park. Connected to the park's walking trails, it's a nice spot to pause and take in the ocean during a walk.

1.3 km away
Seawall

Parks & gardens

Seawall

A seawall-and-promenade path running along the coast of Stanley Park in Vancouver, considered the world's longest uninterrupted waterfront path. It's a great spot to enjoy ocean views while cycling or rollerblading.

1.5 km away