2019 Partner Program - Things To Do

About Vancouver

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Vancouver is a vibrant and exciting world-class city that offers a wide range of adventures from urban attractions to nature, and various events and cultural celebrations. Vancouver Convention Centre (the Convention venue) is located right in the downtown core by the waterfront with a view of soaring mountains and blue oceans. The city will give no shortage of excitement during the week of Convention!

Landsea Tours & Adventures

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UBCM has partnered up with Landsea Tours & Adventures to offer partners a 10% promotional discount for public tours. They offer various sightseeing tours during the week of our Convention such as Vancouver City Highlights Tour, Vancouver Delights Tour, and many more.

They also have Hop On, Hop Off City Tour which is a premium service that showcases the distinct culture of each area and stopping in highlight areas of the city.

Promotional Code: For all tours operating from September 21-30, you can use the code UBCM2019 to receive 10% discount. Visit their website here to find more about their tour services.

Landsea Tours & Adventures

City Running Tours

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UBCM has partnered up with City Running Tours to offer partners a fun run/walking tour that shows many sites of the beautiful city while getting some exercise in the morning/afternoon. Visit their website to sign up for the '2019 UBCM Conference Tour' Run and receive a 10% discount.

Promotional Code: For running tours on September 25 and 26, you can use the code UBCM to receive 10% discount.

Tourism Vancouver - Show Your Badge

Convention delegates are eligible to receive exclusive discounts at participating member businesses. Visit their website here to find out which attractions and sightseeing tours, shops, and restaurants are participating in this program.

Please note most of the discounts require you to purchase/book at their Visitor Centre. The Visitor Centre is located across from the Vancouver Convention Centre. The hours of operation and exact location can be found on their website.

Tsawwassen Mills
Tsawwassen Mills is a shopping mall that offers a wide variety of retailers, unique dining venues, and entertainment. There are FREE shopping shuttles from downtown to Tsawwassen Mills, and the bus stop is located at Canada Place, which is beside the Vancouver Convention Centre. To find more about what they offer, visit their website here!

CF Pacific Centre
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Are you looking for a shopping centre nearby the Vancouver Convention Centre that is walking distance? The Pacific Centre is only a 15 minute walk from the Vancouver Convention Centre and has over 100 stores and services.

Vancouver Art Gallery
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Visit the renowned “Alberto Giacometti: A Line Through Time” exhibit or explore remarkable collections of national and international contemporary art in the largest public art museum in Western Canada. The Art Gallery is a short 15 minute walk from the Vancouver Convention Centre. For more information, visit their website here.
General Admission: $22.86

Flyover
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Do you want to experience Canada like you have never before? FlyOver is a 25-minute ride where you will visit coasts and Canadian North with the latest flight ride technology that will truly give you the feeling of flight. Vist FlyOver's website for more information and to book a ride (BC residents save up to 20%)! FlyOver Canada is conveniently located at Canada Place (next to the Convention Centre) and is only a 2 minute walk to the ticket centre.
Tickets start at $27

Stanley Park & Vancouver Aquarium
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If you are looking to take a nice stroll in the downtown area, Stanley Park is a must. It is Vancouver's first, largest, and most beloved urban park that offers kilometres of trails, beautiful beaches, local wildlife, great eats, natural, cultural and historical landmarks and many other adventures. If the weather permits, biking around the Stanley Park Seawall that offers spectacular views is another popular activity that you can enjoy. While you are there, do not forget to also visit the Vancouver Aquarium, which is Canada's largest aquarium! Stanley Park is a 10 minute taxi ride or 20 minute walk from the Vancouver Convention Centre.
General Admission: $38

Granville Island
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Once an industrial manufacturing area, Granville Island is now an indoor public market that is open year-round. As Vancouver’s premier artistic and cultural hub, Granville Island is home to many independent food purveyors and various entertainment options such as Arts Club Theatre Company. It is a 15 minute taxi ride or 35 minute bus ride from the Vancouver Convention Centre.

Science World
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Do you want to explore exhibits, and ignite your mind with some fun science facts? Science World at TELUS World of Science offers interactive displays, inspirational exhibitions, jaw-dropping live science demonstrations and the largest OMNIMAX® dome screen in the world. The Science World is located 10 minutes away by taxi or 20 minutes by skytrain from the Vancouver Convention Centre.
General Admission: $27.15

General Admission + OMNIMAX Combo: $33.65

OMNIMAX Only: $12.75

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
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The 450 ft long, 230 ft high Capilano Suspension Bridge Park offers visitors a unique mix of adventure, history and culture making this wobbly bridge and stunning views one of Canada's most popular activities. There are FREE shuttle services from downtown to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, and the bus stop is located at Canada Place (beside Convention Centre). For more information, visit their website here.
Admission Ticket: $53.95

Prince of Whales - Whale & Marine Wildlife Adventures
Photo Credit: Tourism Vancouver / Prince of Whales Whale Watching

Prince of Whales Whale Watching has been sharing premiere whale-watching & marine-wildlife experiences with guests from around the world for more than 20 years. They offer a wide variety of marine wildlife experiences that range from three hours long to a half-day as well as whale watching connections between Vancouver and Victoria. The departure location is 30 minute bus ride or 15 minute taxi ride from the Vancouver Convention Centre. To learn more about the services they offer, click here.
Whale watching starts at $170

Waterfront sightseeing tour starts at $60

Grouse Mountain
Photo Credit: Tourism Vancouver / Devin Manky

Ever wondered what it feels like to see the jaw-dropping majestic nature of BC from the top of a mountain? Grouse Mountain rises 1,250 metres above Vancouver and is just 15 minutes away from downtown. The perfect opportunity to experience the view of the gleaming city below awaits for you at the Grouse Mountain - your journey will begin with the Super Skyride, which is an 8-minute ride that takes you from the Alpine Station to the Peak Chalet. Along with the Skyride, there are many other activities that you can enjoy while you are there such as "Theatre in the Sky" or "Mountain Ziplines" or simply several dining options including The Observatory and many more. The free shuttle service from Canada Place (beside Convention Centre) to Grouse Mountain is available to the public.
Mountain Admission: $59.00

Vancouver Lookout
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Just 10 minutes away by walking from the Convention Centre is Vancouver's tallest building, Vancouver Lookout Harbour Centre. If you're looking to enjoy a West Coast sunset from 553.16ft above, make sure to visit this 'flying saucer.' The 40-second glass elevator ride will take you to the observation deck where you can enjoy a 360º aerial view of Vancouver. You can also enjoy lunch/dinner at the Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant while looking beyond the stunning views of Vancouver.
Admisstion Ticket: $18.25