This page contains a list of some of the accessible sightseeing options in the Vancouver area. As conditions are constantly changing, it is best to call ahead to ensure that your particular needs will be met. You can find information on accessible transportation in the area here.
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Auquabus (Tours) Ph: 604-689-5858, info@aquabus.com
Most vessels are wheelchair friendly. Available for regular commuting and sightseeing. See the website for a map and schedule
Burnaby Village Museum and Carousel 6501 Deer Lake Ave. in Burnaby, Ph: 604-297-4565
A re-created turn of the century village. Most buildings are accessible, but some have stairs. Carousel has benches which one could transfer onto as well as spaces to park one’s wheelchair directly on the carousel. See the website for updated accessibility information and how to get there.
FlyOver Canada 201 – 999 Canada Place in Vancouver, Ph: 1-855-463-4822
Experience Canada in a gentle motion ride. To go on the ride, guests must be able to transfer to a seat on the ride. Guests can watch the media portion from a stationary deck if they are unable to transfer.
Fort Langley Historic Site, Fort Langley, Ph: 604-513-4777, fort.langley@pc.gc.ca
Has accessible washrooms, paved trails, ramps to most buildings, and good parking. There is also a bookable accessible overnight tent with the Parks Canada oTENTik program.
Granville Island Market Ph: 604-666-6655
Granville Island features restaurants, food markets, arts and crafts stores, and art galleries, all on the waterfront. See the website for information on how to get there. Â
Greater Vancouver Zoological Centre 5048-264th St. in Aldergrove, Ph: 604 856-6825, info@gvzoo.com
Accessible facility, including paved trails throughout the area.
Harbour Centre Lookout Tower 3300 – 555 W. Hastings St. in Vancouver, Ph: 604-689-0421
Features a glass elevator and 360-degree view from the viewing platform
H.R. MacMillan Planetarium, 1100 Chestnut St. in Vancouver, Ph: 604-738-7827, info@spacecentre.ca
Astronomy museum includes an exhibit gallery and demonstration theatre where public lectures and events are hosted. Accessible building with parking and transit.
Science World 1455 Quebec St. in Vancouver, Ph: 604-443-7443, info@scienceworld.ca
Educational technology and science geared at children. Also houses the Omni-max large screen theatre. Located directly across the street from the Main Street Skytrain Station and also accessible from the seawall. See the website for full accessibility information and current exhibits.
Shaughnessy Restaurant within the gardens, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver, Ph: 604 261-0011
Stanley Park Horse Drawn Tours 735 Stanley Park Drive, Vancouver, Ph: 604 681-5115, tours@stanleypark.com
Has carriages with a portable ramp, which can be used to allow a person to wheel onto the carriage and then transfer to the passenger seat. Some seats can be removed to allow a person to remain in their own chair. This attraction is subject to seasonal availability. Departs: From the horse-drawn tour kiosk at the Coal Harbour parking lot beside the information booth, just off the Georgia Street entrance to Stanley Park.
Trottier Observatory at SFU, 643A Science Rd, Burnaby, Ph: 778-782-6967, sfuscienceoutreach@sfu.ca
Wheelchair accessible observatory that is open to the public during the regular event of Starry Nights. Click on the above name to learn more.
Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park 845 Avison Way, Vancouver, Ph: 604 655-9554.
Features viewing, hands-on programs with a focus on conservation and special seasonal programming. This facility has a wide range of accessibility features, outlined well on their website.
Vancouver Art Gallery 750 Hornby St. in Vancouver, Ph: 604 662-4700, customerservice@vanartgallery.bc.ca
See the website for exhibit information.
Van Dusen Botanical Gardens, 5251 Oak St. in Vancouver, Ph: 604 257-8463
Has a wheelchair accessible route within the gardens, an accessible visitor centre, and good parking.
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See our lists of accessible trails in the Lower Mainland.
Extensive online listings to help maximize your trip to Vancouver.
