Stanley Park

Park Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What to expect

Stanley Park is a 405-hectare public park in Vancouver, featuring a natural West Coast rainforest, scenic views, trails, beaches, and attractions like the Vancouver Aquarium, making it a popular destination for all ages and interests

Plan your family visit to the Stanley Park with these blog insights 👇

Biking the Seawall at Stanley Park: The #1 Outdoor Activity in Vancouver + MAP

This family's experience:

Activities: We biked the 10-kilometer (6.2-mile) seawall at Stanley Park and visited the totem poles, Siwash Rock, and other scenic spots

Highlights: The kids were obsessed with the wild blackberries and the playground, while the adults enjoyed the stunning views of the city, mountains, and ocean ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a whole day exploring Stanley Park, taking a horse-drawn carriage ride, visiting the totem poles at Brockton Point, and enjoying the Variety Kids Water Park

Highlights: The kids loved the carriage ride and the water park, and we all enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the fresh air ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We explored Stanley Park, walking, biking, or rollerblading along the Seawall

Highlights: We enjoyed the natural beauty and the many activities available in the park ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We walked through Stanley Park, which is the largest public park in North America

Highlights: The seawall walk features fantastic views of the North Shore mountains and busy Burrard Inlet, Canada’s largest port ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent the afternoon in Stanley Park, enjoying a leisurely bike ride along the seawall, visiting the Totem Poles and exploring the park

Highlights: The kids loved riding their bikes along the seawall and were fascinated by the Totem Poles. We all enjoyed the fresh air and the beautiful views ✨

Top 5 Attractions in Vancouver for Families

This family's experience:

Activities: We strolled in the park, hiked in the nature trails, rented a bike and cycled in the park's biking trails, and had a beach time at Second Beach and Third Beach

Highlights: The kids got to experience the nature of Vancouver to the fullest when they were here ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We rented bikes and took a tour around the park, biking along the Vancouver Seawall and enjoying the views of the city

Highlights: We had beautiful views of Vancouver, the various beaches, the mountains, Stanley Park and the sea ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a walk through the park, visited the totem poles, rose gardens, and playgrounds. We also had a picnic in the park

Highlights: The kids had a blast in the playgrounds and we enjoyed the beautiful views of the water, forests, and city ✨