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Kids can build sandcastles, see lively performances, and enjoy hands-on activities and sweet festival treats. Just a glimpse of the many things to do in Vancouver with kids!

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600,000+ visitors

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Attractions like Science World and Maplewood Farm, attract thousands of visitors, a testament to their popularity and the unforgettable family experiences they offer.

Vancouver family things to do go well beyond the classics. Kids of all ages will find adventure, from petting zoos to charming toy markets, lively festivals with teen-friendly entertainment, and outdoor experiences like tandem biking or snow tubing.

Things to do for kids, big or small

Kids Market

Kids Market

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Kitsilano Beach

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Gordon Southam Observatory

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

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Grouse Mountain

A curved pedestrian bridge with railings extends along a forested cliffside, where families enjoy the scenic view of tall green trees—one of the top things to do in Vancouver with kids for breathtaking sights and outdoor adventure.

Capilano Suspension Bridge

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Science World

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Kids adventures on fun island

35+ acresof family delights

Discover Granville Island, a magical oasis in the city. Visit the Kids Market, play in the Adventure Zone, splash in the water park, and finish the day with an ice cream cone.

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15 waterparksin Metro Vancouver

Vancouver has it all—epic waterparks with adrenaline-pumping rides, to oceanside slides and casual spray parks where you can picnic alongside your children playing.

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100+ attractionswithin Metro Vancouver

Learn about the impossible at Science World, make friends down under at the Vancouver Aquarium, and travel the universe at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. Vancouver has something for the whole family.

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