The area's original convention-center building, sail-shaped Canada Place, is a top sight. Stroll its pier-like outer promenade and watch the floatplanes taking off and landing on the water here. Take flight with FlyOver Canada (flyovercanada.com; entry $40), a thrilling flight simulation ride that takes you on a virtual trip through some of Canada's most beautiful natural sights. Strap in and let your legs dangle as you watch lifelike landscapes splash across a spherical screen.
Stroll along the Canadian Trail, a pathway of colored glass found along the west promenade that represents Canada's 13 regions (10 provinces and three territories), which begins with an Indigenous art installation titled Salish Sea, the Journey Within. This is also home to the cruise-ship port, and the city's largest convention centers.
Here for Canada Day on July 1? This is the center of the city's festivities, with displays, live music and fireworks.
