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In British Columbia, nature shapes culture. Wilderness tugs at the edges of town, providing easy access to hiking, mountain biking, and more. 

Our cities never disappoint, whether you’re eager to visit oceanside Vancouver, our largest city, the four-season mountain playground of Whistler, or the province’s historic heart, Victoria, which blends old-world charm with new fascinations.

Explore BC’s cities through the stories below.

Vancouver to Golden via Highway 1

4 to 8 days / 737 km (458 mi)

Where to stop along Highway 1 between Vancouver and Golden.

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Dining & Culinary Tours

HK B.B.Q. Master in Richmond, British Columbia

Chef Anson Leung talks about continuing the traditions he learned from his father.

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Attractions & Sightseeing, Food, Drink & Wellness, Adventure & Outdoors, Fall, Accommodation, Arts & Heritage

Quirky City Experiences in BC

With vaccination rates on the rise, there couldn’t be a better time for a quick and quirky city getaway in BC.

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Nature & Wildlife, Spas & Wellness, Adventure & Outdoors

Embrace BC’s Softer Side:
Spas, Holistic Health, and the Great Outdoors

From Richmond’s river delta to Whistler’s famous peaks, wellness holidays await north of the Canada-US border.

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4-6 Days

An Inside Guide to Spring Getaways in BC

From cozy mountain hideaways to seaside havens, plan a BC spring escape in where the wild is within easy reach.

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Dining & Culinary Tours

Vancouver's Kissa Tanto Serves Up Japanese and Italian Flavours

Restaurateur Tannis Ling discusses Vancouver's burgeoning restaurant scene, and the inspiration behind Chinatown hot spot Kissa Tanto.

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Bird Watching, Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Food, Drink & Wellness, River Rafting, Paddling, Hiking, 1-3 Days, Summer, Hotels, Museums & Heritage Sites

Be Open to More This Summer:
Discover Activities and Adventure Near Vancouver

Now is the opportunity to discover—or rediscover—exciting activities and adventure near Vancouver.

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Winter Activities, Attractions, Adventure & Outdoors, Events, Spring, Fall, Winter

Relive the Memories of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games

Relive the excitement of the Games in Vancouver, Whistler, and Richmond.

Read the Article

Vancouver to Golden via Highway 1

4 to 8 days / 737 km (458 mi)

Where to stop along Highway 1 between Vancouver and Golden.

Explore Road Trip

Dining & Culinary Tours

HK B.B.Q. Master in Richmond, British Columbia

Chef Anson Leung talks about continuing the traditions he learned from his father.

Play Video

Attractions & Sightseeing, Food, Drink & Wellness, Adventure & Outdoors, Fall, Accommodation, Arts & Heritage

Quirky City Experiences in BC

With vaccination rates on the rise, there couldn’t be a better time for a quick and quirky city getaway in BC.

Read the Article

Nature & Wildlife, Spas & Wellness, Adventure & Outdoors

Embrace BC’s Softer Side:
Spas, Holistic Health, and the Great Outdoors

From Richmond’s river delta to Whistler’s famous peaks, wellness holidays await north of the Canada-US border.

Read the Article

4-6 Days

An Inside Guide to Spring Getaways in BC

From cozy mountain hideaways to seaside havens, plan a BC spring escape in where the wild is within easy reach.

Read the Article

Dining & Culinary Tours

Vancouver's Kissa Tanto Serves Up Japanese and Italian Flavours

Restaurateur Tannis Ling discusses Vancouver's burgeoning restaurant scene, and the inspiration behind Chinatown hot spot Kissa Tanto.

Play Video

Bird Watching, Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Food, Drink & Wellness, River Rafting, Paddling, Hiking, 1-3 Days, Summer, Hotels, Museums & Heritage Sites

Be Open to More This Summer:
Discover Activities and Adventure Near Vancouver

Now is the opportunity to discover—or rediscover—exciting activities and adventure near Vancouver.

Read the Article

Winter Activities, Attractions, Adventure & Outdoors, Events, Spring, Fall, Winter

Relive the Memories of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games

Relive the excitement of the Games in Vancouver, Whistler, and Richmond.

Read the Article