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Hop On, Hop Off Vancouver Bus Tour
This hop on, hop off Vancouver tour is the easiest way to enjoy Vancouver's most popular areas: Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island and more! Explore Vancouver onboard clear-top buses. The tour features recorded English commentary onboard and a number of languages through an online app, so you'll have the opportunity to learn what makes this spectacular city so special.
The route, will take you throughout the city. Visit Stanley Park, which was established in the late 19th century and contains more than 1,000 acres of west coast evergreen rainforest. It is safe to say that Stanley Park is one enormous garden with fir, hemlock, and cedar trees. The Rose Gardens is Vancouver's most popular location for wedding photography and is located just a few steps from the Georgia Street entrance to the park. A true inspiration for garden enthusiasts and a "must see" for individuals passionate about gardens.
On your Vancouver hop-on, hop-off trip, be sure to stop at the busy Granville Island. The magnificent marina, wonderful art galleries, adorable merchants, and the Public Market are all features of this peninsula's shopping district. The Granville Island Public Market has vibrant booths with handmade goods on display, making it the ideal place to pick up a souvenir to remember your trip to Vancouver.
At the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden in the heart of Chinatown, take in a calm yet colorful representation of Ming culture. If you prefer, spend some time in Gastown, Vancouver's oldest location, which is regarded as a national historic site in Canada for its historical significance, magnificent Victorian structures, and vibrant urban culture. Explore at your own pace on this charming and convenient hop-on hop-off Vancouver tour around the city.
Please Note: The Route takes approximately 90 minutes to complete without getting off, and the buses run every 30 minutes from 9:20 AM to 3:15 PM. Please be advised these times are approximate. The tours are narrated in English, French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin (available through an online app).
The Route includes the following stops:
- Canada Place
- Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Hotel
- Stanley Park Pavilion
- Robson Street
- Sutton Place / Robson Street / Art Gallery
- Granville Island
- Entertainment District
- Library Square
- Sandman Hotel
- Chinatown
- Gastown
Duration: 3 hours
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Reference: Royal Caribbean Cruises, Serenade of the Seas, Departing Sun, May 10, 2026
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More about this tour
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Shore Excursion Duration: 3
Shore Excursion Departs From: Numerous bus stops throughout Vancouver. An approximately 5-minute walk is required to reach the closest stop.
Activity Level: Moderate
Food/Beverage Provided: Not Included
Recommended Dress: We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible rubber-soled walking shoes. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also suggested.
Restrictions: Guests must be able to walk over paved, gravel, and packed dirt surfaces, some of which are uneven or on an incline. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Luggage and strollers cannot be accommodated. Baggage storage services are available for cruise gu
