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By Anna Roth, Seattle Editor

 Photo courtesy of Tourism Vancouver
Photo courtesy of Tourism Vancouver
The top restaurants, hotels, museums and attractions in Vancouver, Seattle's sister city to the north.

What to Do

  1. Granville Island

    1661 Duranleau St, Vancouver, BC
    A mini-city unto itself, this compact community houses more than 300 shops, theaters, restaurants, a public farmer's market and more.

  2. Stanley Park

    Stanley Park Drive, Vancouver, BC
    North America's third-largest park anchors downtown Vancouver, offering plenty of walking, biking, sightseeing and adventuring options.

  3. Capilano Suspension Bridge

    3735 Capilano Rd, North Vancouver, BC
    Suspended 230 feet above the Capilano River in North Vancouver, this bridge and interactive forest walk is an urban refuge.

  4. Museum of Anthropology

    6393 NW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC
    Totem poles and thousands of preserved artifacts educate on the native population of the Northwest Coast and beyond.

  5. Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre

    845 Avison Way, Vancouver, BC
    Located in the heart of Stanley Park, this world-class aquarium offers a dramatic display of sea life.

Where to Eat

  1. Raincity Grill

    1193 Denman St, Vancouver, BC
    A forerunner in the sustainable farming movement and innovator of modern Canadian cuisine, this stylish spot defines upscale casual dining.

  2. Go Fish

    1505 W First Ave, Vancouver, BC
    Beer-battered fish-and-chips and a breezy, maritime location set the scene for alfresco dining at this Granville spot.

  3. Vij's

    1480 W 11th Ave, Vancouver, BC
    An international crowd flocks to this soothing South Granville restaurant for creatively different Indian fare.

  4. Kirin Seafood Restaurant

    555 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC
    Daily dim sum and a menu of Cantonese seafood favorites lure locals to this Chinese restaurant across from City Hall.

  5. Tojo's

    1122 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC
    This famous shrine to fresh, inventive sushi is a Vancouver institution.

Where to Stay

  1. Pacific Palisades Hotel

    1277 Robson St, Vancouver, BC
    The kid inside all guests comes out at this trendy Robson Street hotel with an emphasis on fun.

  2. O Canada House

    1114 Barclay St, Vancouver, BC
    A Victorian bed-and-breakfast in the heart of the city where the Canadian national anthem was penned in 1909.

  3. Granville Island Hotel

    1253 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC
    Situated at the end of happening Granville Island, this hip hotel lands you in the middle of the action.

  4. Sylvia Hotel

    1154 Gilford St, Vancouver, BC
    Well-known for its affordable rates and brilliant location, this ivy-covered hotel is a Vancouver landmark.

  5. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

    900 West Georgia St., Vancouver, BC
    Known for its trademark copper roof, the most extravagant hotel in town caters to luxury travelers.

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