Things to see and do with kids in Vancouver
Vancouver is a paradise for kids on holiday. During the summer
months, visit Stanley Park, where plenty of kids activities abound,
such as the Spray Park near Lumberman's Arch and the Children's
Farm, a fantastic petting zoo for the younger tots. Families can
even enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the park and your
kids will love it here, so much so that you may find yourself
coming back on more than one occasion.
Animal lovers will have a great time exploring the Vancouver
Aquarium and the Greater Vancouver Zoo, while older kids should
visit Granville Island's Water Park and Adventure Playground for a
day of water fun.
On rainy or cold days when outdoor activities with kids are not
an option, head to the Science World at Telus World of Science or
the Space Centre for a fascinating day out, or for something really
fun, visit the Richmond Go-Kart track for a day of racing. There
are also plenty of indoor playgrounds available such as the
Kerrisdale Play Palace in the Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena, or
Kid Zone at the Park Royal Mall South Shopping Center.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
With 22 hectares (55 acres) and roughly 11,000 different plant
species, VanDusen Botanical Garden is a spectacular showcase of the
natural world, right in the heart of Vancouver. Landscaped gardens
are laid out exquisitely and specific areas are cultivated to
demonstrate botanical relationships or...
see full detailsVancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
Home to a vast array of aquatic mammals and animals, at the
Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre you'll find sea otters,
whales, sea lions and plenty more creatures. Exhibits, displays and
programs are geared towards kids; including Clownfish Cove, with
small animals, play areas,...
see full detailsGreater Vancouver Zoo
Animal lovers of all ages will have a fabulous time exploring
the Greater Vancouver Zoo. Boasting 124 species of animals, such as
lions, giraffe, black bears, bison, spider monkeys and caracals,
and that's just naming a few, children will simple love exploring
all the...
see full detailsMaplewood Farm
Perfect for kids up to the age of 10, Maplewood Farm features
more than 200 barnyard animals for children to meet and interact
with. Children can learn about the favourite furry friends such as
goats, sheep, cows, pot-bellied pigs, ponies, bunnies and hens...
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