Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Richmond

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Richmond

Stanley Park
Stanley Park
4.8 (33459 ratings)4.5 (26234 ratings)
Vancouver's largest urban park boasts beaches, trails, scenic seawall & family-friendly attractions.
Vancouver, BC V6G 1Z4, Canada
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by TripSavvy
The 8 Best Parks in Vancouver
"At the top of any list of parks in Vancouver is the city's world-renowned Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver. It's a natural rainforest that touches the ocean right in the midst of the city. There are so many free things to do in Stanley Park: biking or walking the seawall, nature walks on the park's miles of forest trails, exploring the Stanley Park gardens, or visiting the totem poles."
Mentioned by Daily Hive
The best parks in Vancouver to bring a picnic
"The most iconic of Vancouver’s parks, Stanley Park has no shortage of stunning spots to bring your friends or enjoy in solitude — with hidden gems along the Seawall just waiting to be found and enjoyed. So pack up your picnic and grab your besties, because if you’re currently in Vancouver, there’s no better time than now to head out into the park."
Mentioned by Vancouver 10 days itinerary
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"North of Vancouver's CBD is Stanley Park, a vast area of green that's almost an island. As well as fun outdoor activities and beautiful scenery, the park offers an opportunity to understand the First Nations people, the original inhabitants of Vancouver."
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
4.2 (3881 ratings)4 (1436 ratings)
Water, plants & rocks are arranged according to Taoist principles to create a serene space.
578 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5K2, Canada
GardenNature & ParksArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by Touropia
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"Vancouver’s Chinatown is home to the first Ming Dynasty-styled garden built outside of China, with 52 craftsmen coming from Suzhou, China, to ensure the authenticity of the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. Named in honor of the first president of the Republic of China, the garden takes visitors back to 15th century China, though it was built only in the mid 1980s. The garden’s rocks that were imported from Suzhou, plants, water and architecture blend into an oasis of serenity in this bustling city."
Mentioned by Vancouver Photowalks
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"It’s a spot rich in history as it’s the first Chinese garden built outside of China. It’s also National Geographic’s “Top City Garden in the World”. This an extremely celestial outdoor space, providing quiet respite from the bustling city and offering dozens of opportunities to photograph 150-year old miniature trees, a jade green pond, and famous koi fish."
Granville Island
Granville Island
4.6 (1138 ratings)4.5 (17575 ratings)
Charming cultural & artistic mainstay famous for a daily public market with 50+ food vendors.
Vancouver, BC, Canada
IslandNature & ParksNeighborhoodsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Queen Elizabeth Park
Queen Elizabeth Park
4.7 (10162 ratings)4.5 (2079 ratings)
Urban landmark on a hill featuring manicured gardens, a conservatory, sculptures & sports courts.
4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2Z1, Canada
ParkNature & ParksPlaygroundGardens
Mentioned by Culture Trip
5 Beautiful Parks in Vancouver You Should Visit
"The Queen Elizabeth Park is a small park known for its extravagant flora that can be viewed year-round. Its 130 acres holds mountains along the north shore and a glimpse at the city’s skyline. The park also hold the Bloedel Conservatory, which houses plants from all over the world, and an arboretum, where visitors can watch breath-taking cherry blossoms bloom in the spring."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"This 53ha (130-acre) park in suburban Vancouver offers fabulous views of the city and its surrounding mountains. It’s perfect to visit in every season, thanks to the ever-changing vista. People can wander the grounds outside, or head inside to Bloedel Conservatory and its indoor tropical garden."
Mentioned by Vancouver 3 days itinerary
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"Queen Elizabeth Park and Gardens: A gorgeous place for a leisurely stroll, particularly during springtime. Cherry blossom hunting: Come to Vancouver in the springtime to catch beautiful blooms all over the city. There’s even a handy map."
Vancouver Aquarium
Vancouver Aquarium
4.5 (7452 ratings)4.5 (7804 ratings)
Popular kid-friendly attraction showcases local & exotic aquatic life with a focus on conservation.
845 Avison Way, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2, Canada
AquariumNature & ParksEducation centerNon-profit organizationEducational sites
Mentioned by pinnacleharbourfronthotel.com
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"A collection of more than 50,000 aquatic creatures make Vancouver’s Aquarium the largest in Canada. Located in Stanley Park, the facility features extensive exhibits and displays along with daily dolphin and beluga shows, sea otter feedings, shark dives and “4D” film screenings. You can even book your own personalized Animal Encounters to get up close and personal with some of these amazing creatures."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user SoftwareSimian used under CC BY-SA 4.0. Enjoy a few hours of fun with your partner checking out the wildlife at the Vancouver Aquarium. Featuring a total of over 50,000 animals spread across 30 exhibits, you’re sure to meet some creatures you haven’t heard of before, or learn something new about your favorite ocean dwellers."
Devonian Harbour Park
Devonian Harbour Park
4.6 (375 ratings)4.5 (14 ratings)
Dog-friendly, 4.42-hectare passive park housing sculptures, a pond & lawns, plus seating & walkways.
1929 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9, Canada
ParkNature & Parks
Ambleside Park | West Vancouver
Ambleside Park | West Vancouver
4.6 (2765 ratings)4.5 (161 ratings)
Beach with view of Stanley Park, equipped with a dog park, water park, sports fields & picnic areas.
1150 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1B1, Canada
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Vancouver’s most amazing parks
"This waterfront park is the gateway to West Vancouver, and a favored destination for off-leash dog walks. Spectacular views of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver set the scene for seawall walks, and there are 3.5 hectares of dog-designated space – from grassy fields to sandy beaches – providing plenty of room for furry friends to roam free. Further along the seawall is the pet-free part of the park, with a beachfront playground for kids, a skate-park, a basketball court, and a concession stand for snacks."
Mentioned by ChatterBlock
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"Ambleside Park — don’t let the name fool you, this is not one but two beaches local to Vancouver. The beach is essentially split in half; one side is primarily for dog-owners to let their pooches run wild!. With some of the best views of the Lions gate bridge, this beach located on the north shore in West Vancouver, this beach is kid friendly and has features for all ages including golf, concession stands, and those handy washrooms."
Olympic Cauldron @ Jack Poole Plaza
Olympic Cauldron @ Jack Poole Plaza
4.5 (859 ratings)4 (66 ratings)
Massive, modern Olympic torch built for the 2010 Winter Games, occasionally lit for special events.
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3, Canada
Sights & LandmarksMonuments & Statues
Library Square Public House
Library Square Public House
3.9 (1371 ratings)4.5 (231 ratings)
Lively hangout with local craft brews & gourmet bar food turns clubby after dark when music plays.
300 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6B 6B4, Canada
PubSights & LandmarksIrish pubSports barPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Daily Hive
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"A post shared by 90percent90s (@90percent90s) on Nov 9, 2018 at 1:17pm PST. After a marathon study-sesh, head right across the street of the Vancouver Public Library (the Collesseum-looking one) to Library Square. Boy oh boy, is this place fun."
Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral
4.6 (388 ratings)4.5 (101 ratings)
Built in 1894, this gothic revival church features a 100-ft. stained glass & steel bell spire.
690 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2L1, Canada
Anglican churchSights & LandmarksCathedralChurchConcert hallSacred & Religious Sites

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Richmond Area

Girl in a Wetsuit
Girl in a Wetsuit
4.6 (97 ratings)4 (85 ratings)
2743 Stanley Park Dr, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2, Canada
SculptureSights & LandmarksMonuments & StatuesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by A City Girl Outside
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"This sculpture is one of the many attractions along the Stanley Park Sea Wall. This particular statue reminds of the the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, and from far away she does look like a mermaid!. The Girl in a wet suit statue is located just off shore of the wall and sits just in front of Vancouver Harbour and the North Shore mountains."
Unitarian Church of Vancouver
Unitarian Church of Vancouver
4.4 (30 ratings)5 (3 ratings)
949 W 49th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2T1, Canada
ChurchSights & LandmarksUnitarian Universalist ChurchChurches & Cathedrals
Olympic Cauldron @ Jack Poole Plaza
Olympic Cauldron @ Jack Poole Plaza
4.5 (859 ratings)4 (66 ratings)
Massive, modern Olympic torch built for the 2010 Winter Games, occasionally lit for special events.
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3, Canada
Sights & LandmarksMonuments & Statues

Best Shopping Malls in Richmond Area

Capilano Mall
Capilano Mall
3.8 (2965 ratings)3.5 (12 ratings)
Established venue with a big-box store & other shops, plus a food court & tutoring services.
935 Marine Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1S3, Canada
Shopping mallShopping
Hudson Mall
Hudson Mall
4.1 (435 ratings)
678 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K8, Canada
Shopping mall
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Shopping Malls In Vancouver, Canada
"Admire the luxury fashions and accessories at Gucci before heading over to Hudson’s Bay Company to search for more affordable ready-to-wear options. Indulge in a creamy brown-sugar bubble tea at Xing Fu Tang before investigating the quality selection of wines at St. Regis Fine Wines and Spirits. Have a quick coffee break or lunch at Tim Horton’s before heading over to Granville Station to catch your train to other exciting Vancouver locations."
Aberdeen Centre
Aberdeen Centre
4 (5115 ratings)4 (186 ratings)
Big indoor mall with diverse Asian retailers & eateries, including a dollar store & a food court.
4151 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X 4J7, Canada
Shopping mallShopping
Mentioned by Vancouver 7 days itinerary
Canada's 150th Birthday Vancouver Itinerary
"Venture into Aberdeen Centre or one of the other nearby malls to find yourself transported to Asia, complete with supermarkets, tea shops, household goods and any number of exclusive Asian brands, all yours for the browsing. Then take a short walk along the waterfront pathway to the ROX – Richmond Olympic Experience. Located in the speed skating venue from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the ROX features simulators so you can experience what world class athletes feel when they compete. At the south edge of Richmond is the fishing village of Steveston."
Mentioned by AFAR Media
Vancouver's Best Independent Boutiques
"More than 160 stores pack this Asian mall, which is anchored by a Daiso (a ubiquitous Japanese dollar store). Shoppers can stock up on trendy Korean skin-care products at Aritaum, Tony Moly, and Nature Republic, or browse everything from herbal..."

Best Breweries and Beer Places in Richmond

Strange Fellows Brewing
Strange Fellows Brewing
4.6 (394 ratings)4.5 (22 ratings)
1345 Clark Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3K9, Canada
BreweryFood & DrinkBarManufacturer
Mentioned by Food & Wine
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"Old-school tradition meets West Coast style at East Van’s Strange Fellows Brewing. While some of their more notable beers include the Guardian White IPA and the wonderfully punny Czarcasm Russian Imperial Session Ale, what Strange Fellows does best are their unique, barrel-aged sour beers. The brewery hosts the Charles Clark Gallery, too, so you can take in some rotating local art alongside your tasting flight."
Mentioned by Do604
Vancouver's Best Breweries
"A classic good beer and grub joint, Strange Fellows has it all. You’ve probably picked up a pack of SF tall boys, but if you haven’t checked out their East Van tasting room you’re missing out. Besides being as hip as you’d expect anything to be in East Van, SF also hosts the Charles Clark Gallery where you can admire the work of a bunch of rotating local artists."
Mentioned by Populist
The best breweries with patios in Vancouver
"Mixing art and the art of beer making, makes it a unique addition to the city. Experimental flavours and techniques and names based on folklore definitely makes it uniquely strange. The patio is covered and ready for any weather."
Main Street Brewing Co.
Main Street Brewing Co.
4.3 (396 ratings)4.5 (28 ratings)
261 E 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 0B8, Canada
BreweryFood & DrinkBeer store
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Housed in one of Vancouver’s only remaining industrial heritage buildings, Main Street Brewing Co. (261 East 7th Avenue) is located inside the 1913 Vancouver Brewery Garage, which is in the historic Brewery Creek district where the original breweries once stood. Family-friendly and airy, the brewery Tasting Lounge is the best place to head for a filling combination of tacos and tipples. Try the chicken wings or charcuterie board, washed down with an appropriately named Main Street Pilsner, or dig into a plate of Little Mountain nachos with a Number Seven Saison."
Mentioned by Populist
The best breweries with patios in Vancouver
"We’re a sucker for cool branding, so naturally we’re all over Main Street Brewing’s cans. They’re flavours are also unique and experimental, if you’re looking for something different than the typical. They also have a patio, which is why they’re on this list."
Mentioned by Ale/Sessions
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"Despite being one of the larger locations off of Main street, Main Street Brewing always seems to have a line outside. That’s a testament to the consistent quality of the beer from both the regular and experimental series."
La Cerveceria Astilleros
La Cerveceria Astilleros
4.7 (101 ratings)
226 Esplanade E, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1A3, Canada
Brewery
Mentioned by BCLiving
"On Davie Street, La Brasserie's hot spot’s large, picture windows reveal a bustling, jovial scene inside, where guests dine on Franco-German cuisine like steak tartare and mushroom ragout with spaetzle. For worldly sippers, the wine and beer list heavy on international labels. Location: 1091 Davie St."

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