Resource Database

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.

Sightseeing:               

Aquabus (Tours)
Ph: 604 689-5858

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.
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
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

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.  

Greater Vancouver Zoological Centre
5048-264th St.
Aldergrove
Ph: 604 856-6825

Accessible facility, including paved trails throughout the area.

Harbour Centre Lookout Tower
3300 555 W. Hastings St.
Vancouver
Ph: 604 689-0421

Features a glass elevator and 360-degree view from the viewing platform

H.R. MacMillan Planetarium, 
1100 Chestnut St.
Vancouver
Ph: 604 738-7827

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
Vancouver
Ph: 604 443-7443

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.

Stanley Park Horse Drawn Tours
735 Stanley Park Dr.
Vancouver
Ph: 604 681-5115

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

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.
Vancouver
Ph: 604 662-4700

See the website for exhibit information and accessibility.

Van Dusen Botanical Gardens
5251 Oak St.
Vancouver
Ph: 604 257-8463

Has a wheelchair accessible route within the gardens, an accessible visitor centre, an accessible restaurant, and good parking.

Useful References:              

Accessible Trails

See our lists of accessible trails in the Lower Mainland.

Destination Vancouver

Extensive online listings to help maximize your trip to Vancouver.