Nature Lover’s Guide to Vancouver

Stand-up paddleboarding in False Creek

Stand up paddle boarding in False Creek. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Tanya Goehring

Sandwiched between the mountains and the ocean, Vancouver is a city for nature lovers. From parks to wildlife watching, hiking, and more, there are plenty of outdoor activities to discover in Vancouver.

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Nature Lover’s Guide to Vancouver

5 Dreamy Vancouver-Area Lavender Farms to Visit in Summer 2023

A field of lavender at sunset

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Wander between rows of gorgeous purple blooms as the scent of lavender fills the air. It’s lavender season at these five Vancouver-area farms and gardens.

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5 Dreamy Vancouver-Area Lavender Farms to Visit in Summer 2023

Where to Enjoy Tulips in Vancouver in Spring 2023

A close up of red, pink, and white tulips.

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Tulips are one of the most colourful signs of spring in Vancouver as  they bloom in nearly every colour of the rainbow. You can enjoy these gorgeous flowers at tulip farms and gardens around Vancouver.

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Where to Enjoy Tulips in Vancouver in Spring 2023

5 Unique Experiences at Vancouver’s Gardens

Family exploring the hege maze at Van Dusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver

Family at the hedge maze at Van Dusen Botanical Garden. Photo: Tourism Vancouver / Sombilon Studios

Vancouver’s gardens are an explosion of colour every spring. But flowers aren’t the only thing to see. You can walk a hedge maze, hang out with tropical birds, experience a tea ceremony, and more.

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5 Unique Experiences at Vancouver’s Gardens

Visit a Vancouver Area Lavender Farm This Summer

Fields of lavender at Lavenderland in Vancouver

Photo: Lavenderland

The scent of lavender is a sure sign that summer has arrived. These gorgeous purple flowers thrive in Vancouver’s climate. Wander through picturesque rows of blooming lavender at these Vancouver area farms and gardens.

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Visit a Vancouver Area Lavender Farm This Summer

Find Your Centre in Vancouver

Cyclists on the Stanley Park Seawall in Vancouver

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

It’s easy to experience British Columbia’s natural beauty without leaving Vancouver. Relax and rejuvenate with a visit to one of the city’s gardens and parks. They provide the perfect escape from the urban hustle and bustle. #thisisvancouver

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Find Your Centre in Vancouver

10 Instagrammable Spring Locations Around Vancouver

VanDusen Garden in spring in Vancouver

VanDusen Botanical Garden Photo: Tourism Vancouver / Sombilon Studios

Vancouver is a colourful place in the spring. Flowers bloom in gardens and parks all over the city. If you want to capture the dreamy landscapes, head to one of these Instagrammable spring locations around Vancouver.

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10 Instagrammable Spring Locations Around Vancouver