Explore Vancouver’s Beaches This Summer

A woman walking on a log at Spanish Banks Beach in Vancouver

Spanish Banks Beach. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Hubert Kang

One of the best parts of summer in Vancouver is beach season. With stretches of sand downtown, on remote coastlines, and everything in between, there’s a beach for everyone.

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Explore Vancouver’s Beaches This Summer

Where to Watch Movies Outdoors in Vancouver This Summer

Summer Movie Nights, Photo: Downtown Vancouver BIA

Summertime also means the return of Vancouver’s annual tradition of watching blockbuster movies and timeless classic films under the stars outside in different beautiful parks or scenic waterfront locations across the city.

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Where to Watch Movies Outdoors in Vancouver This Summer

Stanley Park Visitor Guide

Totem poles in Stanley Park

Nine totem poles stand tall in Stanley Park (Tourism Vancouver/Kazutoish Yoshimura).

In a city surrounded by nature, Stanley Park adds even more greenspace to the heart of Vancouver. Locals and visitors alike love strolling the seawall, exploring the forest, learning about plants, animals, and Indigenous culture, and so much more.

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Stanley Park Visitor Guide

10 Ways to Get Outdoors in Downtown Vancouver

Cyclists on the Stanley Park Seawall in Vancouver

Cyclists on the Stanley Park Seawall. Photo: Destination BC/Heath Moffatt

You don’t have to go far in Vancouver to experience nature. In fact, you can hike, bike, run, paddle, watch for wildlife, and more without leaving the downtown core.

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10 Ways to Get Outdoors in Downtown Vancouver

Best Vancouver Area Beaches for Families, Dog Lovers, Kayakers, and More

Lifeguard at Third Beach in Vancouver

Lifeguard at Third Beach. Photo: Kate Milford

It can be tough to choose which beach to visit in the Vancouver area. But there’s a beach for everyone. Here are our picks for the best beaches for families, dogs, swimming, kayaking, volleyball, and lots more.

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Best Vancouver Area Beaches for Families, Dog Lovers, Kayakers, and More

17 Vancouver Area Parks with Outdoor Fitness Equipment

Outdoor fitness equipment at Hastings Park in Vancouver

Outdoor fitness equipment at Hastings Park in Vancouver. Photo: City of Vancouver/Twitter

Want to work out for free while enjoying the sunshine? Many Vancouver area parks have outdoor fitness equipment that will help your strength, cardio, flexibility, and balance.

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17 Vancouver Area Parks with Outdoor Fitness Equipment

20 Vancouver Area Beaches to Visit This Summer

Lifeguard at Third Beach in Vancouver

Lifeguard at Third Beach. Photo: Kate Milford

As the weather starts to warm up and summer approaches, it’s time to hit the beach. Vancouver has lots of sandy shores to choose from including lots on the Pacific Ocean and a few on freshwater lakes. Here’s our list of 20 Vancouver area beaches to visit this summer.

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20 Vancouver Area Beaches to Visit This Summer

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