Stanley Park

🏞️ Stanley Park – A Must-Visit Gem in Vancouver! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stanley Park is simply breathtaking! Whether you’re a runner, a nature lover, or just looking for a peaceful escape in the city, this place has it all. The scenic landscapes, open spaces, stunning beaches, and well-maintained sidewalks and trails make it the perfect spot for an outdoor adventure. One of my favorite things is running along the Seawall, with incredible ocean and mountain views on one side and lush forest on the other. It’s an experience like no other! 🌊🏃‍♂️🌲 Beyond running, you can bike, walk, or even just relax by the beaches, soaking in the beauty of Vancouver’s most iconic park. If you’re visiting the city, Stanley Park is an absolute must-see—you won’t regret it! Have you been here? What’s your favorite activity at Stanley Park? Let me know! 👇🏼

An incredibly beautiful park at the tip of downtown Vancouver, perfect for a run or a walk after work. The seawall (the path around the park by the water) allows for many different sceneries from the Vancouver skyline to the harbour or the ocean. A must visit during your stay in Vancouver, BC, that's for sure! And don't miss Prospect Point Lookout for one of the best views of the Lions Gate Bridge and West Vancouver 😊

It’s a huge park and a fantastic place for families with activities to enjoy. Make sure to grab a map from the info centre when you arrive. It helps to navigate the area. You can walk or rent a bike. We ended up spending around 3 hours there. One of the highlights was the carriage horse ride that took us around the park for about an hour. It was a wonderful way to see the sights and scenery.

Absolutely beautiful. So many places to park for the various portions of the park. I went on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't too crowded. There are gorgeous running/bike/hike paths with amazing overlooks of the bridge, water and the city. So pretty

what a wonderful, beautiful, breathtaking slice of paradise so close to the busy city of vancouver. the trees, the plants, the animals, the flowers… i could stay here for hours. i literally could not stop crying at how beautiful everything was! the air was so pristine and fresh and ive never felt so connected to nature.

A Spontaneous Weekend & the Best Decision We Made We didn’t plan much for our long weekend getaway, but believe me, cycling around Stanley Park turned out to be the best decision ever! Things to Keep in Mind: ✅ Bike Rentals Everywhere – Plenty of shops rent out cycles on an hourly basis, and yes, helmets are included! ✅ Winter Riders, Beware! – If you’re visiting in the colder months, don’t forget gloves. No gloves? Rent a pair—you’ll thank me later! ✅ Slow Down & Soak It In – The views are breathtaking, so take your time and truly enjoy the ride. Sometimes, the best moments come from the least planning!

Stanley Park is hands down one of the best places I’ve ever visited! Whether you’re into walking, biking, or just relaxing, this place has something for everyone. The Seawall is amazing—there’s nothing like the views of the ocean, mountains, and city all in one spot. I loved exploring the trails through the forest, and the park feels so peaceful despite being so close to downtown. The totem poles are also really cool and a great way to learn a bit about local Indigenous culture. It’s just a beautiful, relaxing spot that’s perfect for a day out. Highly recommend!

My wife and I took advantage of the wonderful weather and left for Stanley Park immediately after church. It is such a beautiful park, and I'm one to always go on deep dives. I wanted to know who thr park was named after, and it led me into more interesting Canadian history. We were at the park for almost six hours! It's huge and vast, and you can't really run out of scenery. Everywhere you turn, it's a beautiful site. Honestly, the natural beauty of Vancouver ALMOST make up the ridiculously high prices people pay to live here, but the traffic back home was a bit much. It's a great outing if you love to "be one with nature." I took my dog for a walk and read a book while my wife worked on her sketching.

Stanley Park is absolutely beautiful! I didn't have very high expectations given that I've been to many parks before. However the reviews online for Stanley Park were amazing so I decided to spend a few hours here with friends. First of all, there are many places to park next to the trails, so it's convenient and accessible. The entire park is so well-organized and clean... I was so drawn to the natural beauty that sometimes forgot I was right next to one of the biggest cities in Canada. Stanley Park is massive and it is easy to get lost. However, there are many signs and maps to guide you. I love to by my water and the Seawall is incredibly long and scenic. There's a lot of history and landmarks to explore and learn about. We walked around for two and a half hours and it was magical the whole time. If you're a Vancouver BC, this place is an absolute must-visit.

My family and I made this one of our top spots on our list to visit when in the Vancouver area. It is really neat that we could just hop on the bus and take this to the loop inside Stanley Park. The first day that we came here, we ended up walking a little to the Vancouver Aquarium. Just walking from the loop to the aquarium is so beautiful and green! On the other day that we came here, we bussed into the same loop and did much more walking through this beautiful park! We ended up walking to the totem poles area. These were really cool to see! As we walked along the perimeter walking path, we could see the waters. We noticed many cool looking boats. It was neat to see the water airplanes take off and land in the harbor as well as seeing the horse carriage ride. As we kept walking, we could see the Lions Gate Bridge and Grosse Mountain towards North Vancouver. The sight was so picturesque! We found a playground area for my two granddaughters, which they had fun there. Next, we saw a nice garden area and then had an incredible lunch at Stanley's Bar & Grill. We had such a great, wonderful, and eventful day here. Overall, l love coming to Stanley Park. There are so many other things to explore in the future here! I can't wait to come back again and I highly recommend you make this a part of any Vancouver visit you make!!!

Stanley Park is 1/5 bigger than NYC's Central Park. So if there is a specific point you'd like to visit, you want to make sure you are driving to that point. We specifically wanted to visit the Vancouver Seawall and the Totem Poles. There are various paid parking lots throughout the park. We went on a Monday morning at around 9:15, and there were plenty of spots. It'll cost you $4.95/hour. They have trails for walking and biking/rollerblading. The park is also pretty clean. There's a bathroom and a gift shop near the totem polls. The bathroom wasn't great but still cleaner than most public bathrooms. We only spent about an hour at the park, but I could see how easy it would be to spend half the day there. I wouldn't say anything is a must-see here (the Totem poles were pretty cool), but if you are just visiting and you have the time, it's a nice walk along the water.

The view of Stanley park is beautiful. We did the bike ride around the island which was worth it. I had my boys on the bike trailer and they enjoyed it. You could walk it but we didn't have all day to play tourist and take pictures while walking with two kids to carry. Check out the place. You will enjoy it.

This park is huge! You can spend the whole day here. There's trails for bikers and hikers. The seawall has a nice waterfront view. You can drive and make pitstops to different points. We saw the totem poles, the lighthouse, the hollow tree.

Beautiful park with amazing views! It's very walkable and plenty of parking. We ended up going to the Vancouver aquarium located in the park and we loved it!

Pleasantly surprised by this park. It was a sunny day, so I walked around. I thought the grounds were well kept. I didn't go really far into the park, but got to see the lawn bowling area. I walked around the restaurant, which seemed very busy. There was a long line for the golf course. But it had some pretty views, including beach areas. There were a few outdoor food vendors. Upon the entrance, there was a festival going on with people selling many wares.

About the size of NYC's Central Park, Stanley Park is Vancouver's urban park, separating from North and West Vancouver from its southern cousin. Having no entrance fees, it has distinct paved bike and foot trails, with plenty of parking lots spread throughout the park (paid with a rate of $8.50 CAD for two hours). As you would expect, it has beautiful panoramic views of the Vancouver skyline. Our group spent a short afternoon walking around the eastern most peninsula, using the lighthouse as a guiding point. There are horse drawn carriages here (for a steep per person price starting at $76), and the Vancouver Aquarium is located within its borders. It also has a non-public accessible Naval Reserve station. Later realized that it was named after the same person that the National Hockey League's Stanley Cup is named after.

This park is a must see if you're in Vancouver. It's huge and you can spend a whole day here. Lots of paths for hiking, biking, running, or walking. Beautiful waterfront walkway and nice restaurants / cafes along it. There are also bike rental spots and playgrounds for kids. Awesome place on a nice day!

Stanley Park is absolutely beautiful with a 10 km (6.2 mi) seawall facing Vancouver Harbour towards the city skyline (east) and English Bay with gorgeous sunsets (west). The seawall has designated paths for walking and biking. Probably biking is your best option when taking into account time, but my crazy self decided to walk it. It was an exhausting but rewarding 3.5 hours which included multiple rest stops and photo ops. Keep your eyes open for unique birds and sea lions. Notable landmarks include the Totem Poles, Brockton Point Lighthouse, Lion's Gate Bridge, and Siwash Rock. Be sure to bring plenty of water, a hat, and a few snacks. There are distance markers on the ground and maps throughout the trail, so you know how far you've travelled. Besides the seawall, Stanley Park has many hiking trails inside, picnic areas, restaurants/cafes, and the aquarium. If visiting Vancouver, definitely carve out half a day for Stanley Park!

We visited Stanley Park one afternoon while visiting Vancouver. The park offers great views of the city skyline, the ocean, and other surrounding landmarks. We passed the afternoon by walking to some sights like the totem poles before renting bikes along the sea wall.

What a beautiful park. I spent about 90 minutes there, but, I could've spent a week or more if I had more time. They have something for everyone from an aquarium, walking/biking paths, totem poles, gift shops, cafes, train ride, rose garden, great views, a teahouse, and a whole lot more. You can rent bikes. There are lots of animals including eagles, bats, seals, raccoons that you might see. Parking is available in the many lots for a fee. I did have trouble at one lot where all the machines didn't work. I was able to pay for parking at another lot. The park is well maintained. It is a great place to visit when in Vancouver.

Quite the hangout, Staley Park is a peninsula that extends into the Burrard Inlet and has the southern end of the Lions Gate Bridge. At 1001 acres, it's larger than New York's Central Park. Of course, it needs to be mentioned that the land is the traditional territory of a number of First Nations peoples, some of whom were displaced as part of the roadway development of the area. The park is accessible by road and with a number of metered parking lots scattered about, the park has walking and biking trails including a nice biking/walking path that goes around the entire park. Lots of secluded areas and dense forest space. While you can't really get lost, there are some places where you can be alone. The polar bear exhibit, the miniature train, the aquarium and more are here if you need some entertainment. There are also a number of memorials and artworks about. It's wonderful that the land remains mostly undeveloped and it certainly seems that it will remain that way. [Review 20871 overall - 48 in British Columbia - 1855 of 2023.]

Beautiful park to walk or bike around, so much to see especially on a really nice day as it was for us. Loved all the little areas that you can see like the totem poles, lighthouse, and photo opportunities.

TOTEM POLES TOUCHING THE SKY Abbreviated a.m. tour before heading to the airport. Popular tour bus deatination. Intriguing information about wildlife, First Nation Peoples and forestry

I love Stanley Park! This is a great place to spend a few hours walking or biking the seawall trail, exploring the nature trails, or just relaxing by the bay. I enjoyed seeing the skyline from here and even spotted an owl on a rock in a pond at midday (which never happens) before it flew to a tree above me.

A beautiful park in Vancouver, many things to see and explore. Hallelujah Point, 9 o'clock gun, Vancouver seawall, totem poles are all within walking distance, it's great to follow along the seawall path and the views are spectacular.

Vancouver's 1st and largest urban park. I enjoyed every bit of it. This place is massive. There is so many things to do, see and experience. You can drive along the main roads to check out the scenery or take the trolly train. I recommend checking out the Aquarium, the Seawall, the First Nation Totem Polls and Queen Elizabeth Park. During the warmer months, there are water parks, beaches, pic nic areas and playgrounds to enjoy with the family. For recreation there are tennis courts, a golf coarse and trails for walking. You can spend an entire day here and not cover all the exciting activities. We had a ball

Stanley Park is Vancouver's iconic park with a great view of the city. You can walk, run, or bike along the Seawall. I came when it was drizzling and overall very dreary, but I am sure this park is beautiful when it is a rare sunny day. There are a lot of historical landmarks and other cool attractions spread throughout this park.

The views!! A must see and lovely bike and walking trails! Saw wildlife and got our steps in!

This park is so big. They even have a swimming pool at this park too. If you want to see different part of the park, you'll have to pay each time you go to a new parking lot. This park is a great place to go on a walk, see the beaches, and see their beautiful trees. The seawalk is also located here too..if you want, you can rent the bike too if you don't want drive since the bike makes it easier to explore this park.

This is the most beautiful parks I've ever seen!! Larger the NYCs Central Park, it's very lush with evergreens, rose gardens and surrounding Vancouver skyline. The seawall goes around the island with over six miles of concrete trails for walking or biking. There's an aquarium and lots of photo ops. We took the horse drawn carriage tour and was nice to hear some of the history of the park. No entrance fees and there is available parking.

It was a VERY hot day, record breaking as a matter of fact, but the shade and the water helped. We biked the path around and enjoyed it, even ME who has many negative memories of bad biking experiences . I highly recommend renting bikes, they are cheap!! Real ones, not assisted or engine ones. Enjoy the leisurely ride around this beautiful island. We actually came back another day for the garden, we stopped to smell the roses. Well worth it!

Nice park but too close to downtown which can be challenging to get to. Especially when you have to drive through downtown (with the current constructions going on). If you want to visit this park, my recommendation is try to find an alternative route that avoids going through downtown. Other than that, this park is nice, you can either ride bikes, walk or drive your car around to different stops. It took us around 2 hours to see most of the park + take pictures (our visit got cut short because we went to the aquarium)

So beautiful! I'd suggest renting a bike, you can bike the entire park within about 1 hour and it's a very smooth bike path. The views were breathtaking and nice to stay in tune with nature this way. No fee to access the park and there's several bike vendors near the park (~$12/hour for the rentals).

Stanley Park is a very popular part of Vancouver connecting the northern side of the city and the downtown district. When driving across Lions Gate Bridge, Stanley Park is hidden off the side of the road, but if you plug it into Google Maps, you should have no issues locating it. What's nice about Stanley Park is that you can take your car and navigate along the quiet 2 lane road and stop at all the attractions on your own accord. Only thing is that you have to pay for parking by the hour. I believe it's a few dollars. Overall, when coming here maybe you'll spend $10 - $20 for parking for the day, but at least you'll get to start and stop and sort of choose your own adventure. Also according to Google Maps, Stanley Park opens at 9am and that's when parking rates go into effect. I arrived the other day in early July at 7am and the parking meters wouldn't accept payments until 9am. That was great. I had 2 free hours to explore without being charged. And...if you're just a casual visitor touring the 10 kilometer or 6 mile loop drive around Stanley Park, all you need is to check out a few attractions to get a feel for it all. The loop is easy to drive. I actually made 3 round trips covering all my bases. Here's a list of the roadside stops I made (in order starting at Prospect Point Lookout)... - Prospect Point Lookout - quick view of the Northern Vancouver city skyline. - Siwash Rock - walk a path to a rock along the Vancouver River. - Hollow Tree - not much to it. It's a hollow tree, lol. 5 minute stop. - Third Beach - walk down to the beach and enjoy the waters. - Hallelujah Overlook - glances at the downtown Vancouver skyline. - Totem Poles - learn about local Vancouver history and heritages. - Brockton Lighthouse - ordinary looking lighthouse but worthwhile area to briefly exit the car and soak up the surroundings. - Lions Gate Bridge Viewpoint - my favorite part of the Stanley Park sceneries. The bridge is the focal point connecting all of Vancouver. I noticed that most visitors were riding their bicycles around the park. You can also walk the pedestrian pathway for morning exercising. Some folks were on tour buses and stopping at the well known sights. Others were driving and paying for parking as they went. Btw, it is free of charge to visit the park. You just pay extra for any sightseeing activities or excursions that may be available. For example, a boat tour or even taking a seaplane ride nearby the park is possible. I used around 3 hours to become acquainted with everything. That was enough time to better understand this pleasant park situated in between Northern and Downtown Vancouver. Lastly, I could see how the hustle and bustle of Vancouver can get hectic at times, especially when driving through the city and dealing with traffic and congestion. That's what makes Stanley Park popular. It's located in the heart of it all so you don't have to venture far away to feel like you're being transported into nature. It's no Central Park in Manhattan, but it has a similar premise in doing its job. In the end from my takeaway, it's a charming Vancouver city park.

Very nice place to bike around. Great views. Nice and relaxing. There are many bike shops nearby to rent.

Gayle and I walked up Robson from the Hilton to Stanley Park. We strolled counter-clockwise along the waterfront, passed the Brock Point Lighthouse to the Totem Poles and back into town. Other highlights were the Vancouver Cityscape with float planes taking off and landing, the benches with dedications, the beautiful greenery, and all the people out on this glories Sunday morning. Stanley Park is huge of which our little walk only scratched the surface. As I did one of the last times I was here, exploring by bike maybe be a little more efficient to experience the full breadth of this "Mother of All City Parks". Maybe NYC's Central Park is Dad?

Cute place. Nice pictures. Parking price is reasonable. Shops are a bit pricey, but I guess thats the way things are this day in age. Really big though, I recommend coming on a sunny day. Theres lots of trees

Probably one of the most breathtaking parks I have ever had the opportunity to explore. As a few other Yelpers have used the word, juxtaposition, in their reviews, it's because it really is the only way to explain it. To have this beautiful park adjacent to the main island of Vancouver feels like a page pulled from a theme park. Stanley Park is a true attraction for anyone visiting or living in the city. You can take a stroll or rent a bike to take in the beauty of this park. I rented a bike from a nearby shop and had the opportunity to take a stroll. I was able to begin my ride literally in the city and take a bike trail to only then be whisked off into nature itself. Views of the park to my left with a bay view of the skyscrapers and city life to my right. There are dedicated bike and stroll lanes for ease of accessibility and at one point I found the sections where Indigenous totem poles rest and a flock of geese where. I can't stress enough how much of a missed opportunity it'd be for you to not make time to see Stanley Park.

Oh, Stanley Park! What more can I say that hasn't already been said?! This park is magical in its' own right. Beautiful beyond belief, I tell ya! It's what Central Park is to New York. What Golden Gate Park is to San Francisco. The city's crown jewel and for so many wonderful reasons. Took a stroll to Stanley Park from Robson Street while I was visiting the area and I was so elated by my experience. First of all; the views are killer! If you want to experience some of the most scenic views of Vancouver city, come here like right now! You can't escape it. And you won't escape it. The park is surrounded by the Vancouver skyline and it's a true beauty. The park spans over 1,000 acres through the west coast rainforest and features tons of trails, wildlife, plants, beaches, and historical landmarks. Walking on Vancouver's historic seawall was quite majestic. Had the best views of the city and the Vancouver harbour on my walk through the park. It's very family friendly and I saw people walking their dogs, pushing strollers, walking, running, biking, and simply admiring the views while relaxing on one of the many benches located throughout the park. There's a lot of history here and with history comes landmarks. The totem poles are stunning. Also came across the Brockton Lighthouse and the Nine O'clock Gun (an old naval cannon) while on my walk. These are only a few of the landmarks that are located in within the park. It's beautiful by day but oh so striking by night. The city literally glows in the dark, and the views of the park and the water at night are unparalleled. Lots of people frequent this park day and night, so it feels really safe. Yeah... this is definitely one of Vancouver's most prized possessions. When in Vancouver, a visit to Stanley Park is pretty much a no brainer.

It's totally walkable for a long hike and it's pretty flat. We walked around from Coal harbour to about the totem poles with kids, but that was about the max for walking. Biking is a good option but just know that the bike path is one way only for a while so if you're going to bike one way and walk the other, make sure to bike there and walk back when you want to turn around. Otherwise it's a fun long bike around all the different parts with beautiful views! So many bike rental spots that you can unlock with the app or you can also borrow tandem bikes from a shop or take a tour!

Bring Food! Wear sunscreen! Wear a hat! Bring Sunglasses! You'll want to stay the day! Always a favourite place to visit when you're in Vancouver! Spend the day! You can drive or bike (bike is the best way! ) limited car parking and still need to pay. If you rent a bicycle ($7-8 per hour) you can ride the paths, trails,etc at your own leisure. Lots of cool spots to stop and take scenic photos. Totem poles, lighthouse, the bridge, beach, picnic spots, etc Stanley Park has it all!

As a first-time visitor to Vancouver, Stanley Park was really lovely! It was honestly beautiful biking the main trail. The sights were unbeatable, and the park itself is very well maintained with ample shade. I recommend bringing some snacks and stopping at the intermittent viewing areas for a quick respite from daily life. The landmark truly is a must-visit!

They call it, "the Central Park of Manhattan" for nothing, this is pretty darn close to it! What can I say about this park that people have not said about this park? -The totem poles? Okay, that is probably there somewhere. Those are real cool to see close up, and that they are close to the water makes it cooler. -The seawall? Probably there somewhere too. Bike it, walk it, run it, whatever it. Do whatever makes you happy on it, within reason. If you go in the summer months, do not be surprised if you see some orcas or humpback whales chilling there feasting on some seals and sea lions, or just chilling there overall. I sadly missed that. -The aquarium? Which is inside the park? I imagine that is somewhere in there too. -Amazing views of Lions Gate Bridge? Has that too! Prospect Point has some excellent photo opportunities to fire away some great photos of the bridge. I think it is time you made a visit to Stanley Park and start finding reasons why everybody is so eager to write about this park, or not, considering everybody feels the same way about it!

One of my favourite parks every! Stanley park is so diverse you really can find everything here. There a million and one places to park so I recommend choosing any point parking and walking. If you complete a full loop your bound to pass many different interest statues and plaques. You'll pass the totem poll section which gives and amazing history of aboriginal culture from the area. You'll pass local art with plenty of photo opportunities. You'll even encounter brewery and an aquarium! But most importantly you'll be connected to nature and seeing its beauty. A must stop out of all the park in beautiful British Colombia

Stanley Park is a green oasis in the urban landscape of Vancouver. It even has a 400-acre natural rainforest. The incredible views of Coal Bay, the city, mountains, sky, and trees along park's seawall makes visiting this special place a must. You can drive, bike or walk. Watch for the really cool totem poles. We lost all track of time in this one of a kind forested paradise..

To call this a park is an understatement. We walked the entire loop on the sea wall and then hopped on the ferry to Granville Island. The walking path is so nice, nice and flat and smooth. The views and atmosphere are just incredible. Bonus points for multiple restrooms along the loop which were all open and clean. We walked for miles and miles but it just felt like... wait for it.. a walk in the park :)

Another amazing Vancouver stop to be made when visiting!! There is so much to do here and if you are tired, the best part is you can drive most of it and still see everything :0) There is the totem poles, the lookout of the Lion's Gate, the tea house, the beaches, hiking, horse back carried trolleys, etc etc It's always beautiful here and you don't want to miss it!

A beautiful natural park that is about a 30 minute walk outside of Downtown Vancouver. The park is impressively extensive and offers a lot to see and do. Stanley Park offers an aquarium, a couple spots to stop by for food and drinks, gardens, and beaches! It's an impressive park that can take you on several paths from the seawall, a forest hiking trail, to Third beach. It also boasts historical landmarks such as the Siwash Rock, lighthouses, and Prospect Point. We spent about half the day here walking on the trail by the water, to the beach, and taking the small forest trail to cut back to the city. You can also rent a bike and go along the same trail. A must do in Vancouver!

Huge park! Stanley Park kinda reminds me of Central Park in New York but much bigger. This park offers beautiful sceneries. Can see the city across the harbor. Nice day to take a stroll around the park. Within the park, there are lots of things to do and to check out. There is an aquarium, rose garden, totem poles, lighthouse, gift shops, restaurants, etc. Since it is a huge park, it can take more than half a day to walk around the whole park. It is a tourist spot so it can be packed in some popular areas. There are walking and biking paths. There are bike shops nearby for bike rentals as needed. Definitely worth the visit when in the area.

I visited Vancouver in early August and appear to be giving pretty much everywhere I went 5 starts on Yelp, Stanley Park being among them. You don't often find such a large green space granted to a public park so close to a major city. The park has much to offer - bay side, water-hugging trials, mini forests of towering, straight-trunked, massive evergreens native to the Pacific Northwest, grassy areas to lounge, sports diamonds for cricket, exhibits including totem poles, and more. And, you can see it all on a rented bike or choose to walk the park's many paths and trials.

So amazing that this giant park, with dense forest and sea wall and beach, is so close to the city! Such a beautiful, refreshing place to visit!

Stanley Park is beautiful! I went specifically to visit the rose garden and it was gorgeous. There were roses of every color. My sister and I loved it and strolled the park. The trails are well maintained and we enjoyed scenic views of the skyline and city. I highly recommend this vast park to anyone visiting Vancouver.

Stanley Park is a jewel in the center of Vancouver. So much to see and do The aquarium, totem poles, viewing areas, carriage rides, afternoon tea, great esplanade around the waterfront and the rowing club. Not to miss if you are visiting Vancouver

If you love nature, go to Stanley Park. There are trails and views of the water. There are lots to park in and restrooms. During the holidays, there's a light festival. For kids, there are playgrounds throughout.

We took a Princess Cruise Line bus tour to Stanley Park on Saturday, 7/30/22. It was an excellent way to end our cruise & to start our journey home. Sean, our tour guide for the STANLEY PARK VISIT & CITY HIGHLIGHTS bus tour, was friendly and informative. On the way to the park, and while we visited it, he was funny, and helpful. We stayed at the park for about 20 minutes, reading each sign for each totem. We looked at the magnificent redwoods. Families were enjoying picnic lunches under their shade. We watched the geese on the sunny lawn. We used the clean bathroom facilities, and looked for souvenirs in the gift shop. We learned a lot about this Vancouver park, and the city. We hope to visit again!

A great place to show off our urban park in the heart of Vancouver. It's changed slightly in that there is only a one way lane for cars and the other for bikes. We went by car and stopped at a couple of areas - near the point with the mini lighthouse & Prospect Point. Both great view points to see North and West Vancouver. Prospect Point had washrooms, a café, a fantastic lookout of the Lions Gate Bridge, and of course, to die for locally made ice cream by Rocky Point. We ordered the mango, salted caramel, & Maple Walnut. Lip smacking good! Creamy and velvety delicious! Tip #1: drive slower when you get to the various signs to turn off, otherwise there's no turning back. Tip #2: make sure you pay if there's metered parking as we almost got a ticket. If you want to get a better view of the city from Stanley Park by car, take the turn off just off West Georgia and Denman (stay to the far right for Stanley Park). There's also a turnoff before Prospect Point if you want to get onto Lions Gate Bridge.

Exploring Stanley Park without a bike is still fantastic! Strolling along the 8.8km path lets you soak in the awesome views of English Bay. The totem poles and forest trails are equally enjoyable on foot. Places like Lost Lagoon and Siwash Rock offer a serene atmosphere, and you can still discover the rich history in the art and totem poles. Whether you're walking or biking, Stanley Park's old trees and lovely gardens create a great vibe. It's not just a park; it's a place where nature and good times come together. Definitely worth a visit!