10 Things to do in Granville Island That You Shouldn't Miss

DO YOU LIKE TO EAT? Vancouver Foodie Tours hosts fun and delicious walking food tours, all year long! As one of the world's most multicultural cities, there's no better way to experience Vancouver than through it's food! You’ll explore (and indulge) in a Vancouver neighbourhood that’s known for its restaurants, cocktail bars, and foodie gems. Each Foodie Tour is like a progressive meal, where you'll enjoy one-of-a-kind dishes that define Vancouver's culinary scene. Along the way, you'll experience Vancouver’s history, culture, architecture, and breathtaking scenery with an expert local guide! Since 2010, over 20,000 guests have joined Vancouver Foodie Tours - this is one of Forbes Top 9 Food Tours in the World! Not sure where to begin? The Gastronomic Gastown Tour is the most popular tour, that's complete with beer, wine and cocktail pairings! Join us - we'd love to show you around!

Ecomarine offers kayaking and stand up paddleboarding (SUP) from 2 of Vancouver's best oceanfront locations: Granville Island and Jericho Beach. Whether you are a first-timer or an experienced paddler, Ecomarine offers rentals, lessons and a variety of local tours that are designed for your level.Our retail store on Granville Island is open year round stocking a wide range of ocean kayaks, SUP boards and specialty products including clothing and accessories for all your outdoor adventures.

Granville Island Boat Rentals, located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, has the safest and most modern boat rental fleet in Vancouver. We have been servicing all of Vancouver’s speed boat rental needs since 1982.If it’s zipping around the harbour you’re after, or a peaceful, leisurely cruise, we have the boats for you and your friends. There is no better way to experience the magnificent waters of Vancouver.Adventure awaits .. look up and catch sight of a bald eagle or gaze down at a harbour seal. Boating in and around Vancouver is truly an unforgettable experience, nothing brings a family or friends together like a day on the water. Put us down on your itinerary for fun. Reserve your spot today!Granville Island Boat Rentals has partnered with the most experienced deep sea fishing guides in Vancouver. They know all the secret fishing grounds and some of the best fishing often takes place within minutes of leaving our dock. Granville Island is uniquely located in the center of most of Vancouver’s prime fishing spots.Our fishing guides have some of the fastest and newest fishing boats in Vancouver. Each boat is fully equipped with all the fishing equipment you will need to catch the big one. The chinook salmon has always been BC sport fishing’s crown jewel. This trophy fish can tip the scales at more than 32kg/70lb.

Seadoo, Jetski, Boat Tours, Stand Up Paddle Board and Kayak tours and rentals. Come and find Vancouver Water Adventures at Granville Island and join us today on the Pacific Ocean for some water toy fun! We have a variety to offer for all groups and ages. We have Seadoo GTIs with speeds reaching 100km/h for the thrill seeker or water bike and paddle board for those who want to leisurely explore False Creek and English Bay. We have Zodiac Boat tours that take you from Bowen Island to The North end of Indian Arm to see Granite Falls. Have you been on a Stand Up Paddle Board in Vancouver yet? Stand Up Paddle Boards are becoming more and more popular. Whether you are looking for a core workout our a relaxing paddle board session on the water our Stand Up Paddle Board option is as easy or difficult as you want it to be and fun for everyone. SUP Yoga is growing in popularity by the day and YES! We have that too. Kayaks can be rented or you can join a tour at our Kitsilano Beach Location. The most amazing way to experience and sight see Vancouver at it's purest.

Pacific Angler Fishing Charters offers fully guided Vancouver salmon fishing charters for the discerning angler. Our passion is providing our customers with world class salmon fishing in a unique urban environment. Outstanding Service, Quality Gear, Expert Guides, and Great Fishing are words we fish and live by. Experience Vancouver the way it was meant to be seen, from the water while fishing with Pacific Angler Fishing Charters.

Since 2010, the Karen Cooper Gallery has resided on historic Granville Island, Vancouver's premiere art and artisan district. The gallery invites all to reflect on the mosaic of elegant landscapes and wildlife which portray British Columbia's diverse and luxurious natural beauty. As an artwork which occupies space, these landscapes eternally preserve our endless sense of wonder toward the complexity of the natural world. The gallery combines the timeless desire for exploration with fine art practices to produce an immersive visual narrative of the ever-changing wilderness. The Karen Cooper Gallery is where one can find a moment to connect with and reflect on the grandeur of the local natural world.

A beautiful Gallery and Studio with very engaging artwork. There are landscape based and abstract paintings that capture the colour and energy of the coastal and urban experience and compelling mixed media figurative works. A welcoming gallery and fun to meet the artist at work.

With our 13 vessels, departures from Vancouver, Victoria, Telegraph Cove & more, close to 100 staff in peak season, Prince of Whales Whale Watching is one of the largest whale watching and eco-adventure companies in British Columbia. As such, we are proud to be a leader in responsible whale watching and to have served as teaching platforms for whale research.

Situated by the scenic False Creek on Granville Island,Blue Seas Gallery is specialized in artworks by local artists and artisans:The latest Vancouver Skyline photography by Chris Collacott, Manfred Kraus, wildlife/Landscape paintings by Denis Mayer Jr.,Fred Buchwitz... and one of a of a kind,exciting handmade pearl jewelry by "The Pearlsmith", designer silver jewelry and unique local made gifts.