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Factory tours & tickets, steveston magical mystery & sea adventure private tour.

This is an excellent excursion for movie goers, history buffs, and marine animal lovers, eager to visit a historic, quaint seaside fishing village, and walk

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Take a look at what goes on behind the scenes, and indeed, behind the screens where you watch your favorite movies and TV shows.

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Get the best of both worlds with hop-on hop-off tours: all the insider information and all the flexibility.

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Walking tours can get you up close and personal to an area's top attractions, from the big-ticket items to the hidden local gems.

A new place - so much to see and so little time. Bus tours let you cover more ground than two feet allow, and keep you in the know as you cruise around town.

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Sightseeing alone won't satisfy your cultural palate. Great food and drink will make a good trip even better.

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If you love the great outdoors, then British Columbia will be your Shangri-la! Home to a myriad of hiking trails and world-class ski resorts, a Canadian adventure of this picturesque state should not be missed. From Victoria's beautiful Butchart Gardens and the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge to the grape-crushing Okanagan Valley and snowboarding slopes in Whistler, our Canada travel deals promise a world of adventure!

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7 Day Vancouver Island Camping Adventure

Alex and Carl were absolutely amazing guides. We came on this tour for our honeymoon and had a wonderful time. The food was amazing, the camping equipment was great and we met some wonderful people. Vancouver Island is absolutely beautiful and Alex and Carl were very knowledgeable, showing us hidden gems in the area that we likely wouldn’t have found otherwise. I highly recommend choosing Fresh Adventures for a Vancouver Island tour!

• €130 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Vancouver Island Premium Tour

Tofino was fantastic ! Vancouver Island is very wild and I really enjoyed the surf lessons !

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Discover Klahoose - British Columbia Summer Wildlife & Cultural Tour - 3 Nights / 4 Day Package

Very friendly staff, beautiful scenery, awesome food

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Vancouver Island Explorer

Great tour! Our guide Kilian was great. Having grown up in the area, he knew the best spots very well. Wonderful experience. I’m really satisfied. Very good hotels.

Whales & Bears of British Columbia

Despite some very wet weather it was a thoroughly enjoyable holiday.

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3 days Private Vancouver Cultural Tour

Excellent Tour .we all enjoyed very much.our tour guide Anant is very good and knowledgable person.click lots of photographs.Love this beautiful city Vancouver Highly recommended!!!!!!!!!!!!

3 Days Vancouver-Victoria, Duncan, Chemainus, Nanaimo Private Tour

Our Tour guide was pleasant and knowledgeable. He went over and beyond to accommodate our travels.

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Hiking and Kayak on Vancouver Island

This was an awesome trip!

Discover Klahoose - British Columbia Summer Wildlife & Cultural Tour - 4 Nights / 5 Day Package

Orcas and Grizzlies Wildlife Tour

Note this is not a tour of a fixed group of participants with a professional guide. It is an itinerary composed of separate events which could be undertaken by groups, couples or like me an individual. Every aspect of this "tour" was organised to perfection and the notes provided exact details of what, where and how to expect things. There was no problem with flights, taxis, ferries or specialist providers. I loved the accommodation as I was made to feel I was wanted there and every assistance was provided. The local features at Alert Bay are worthwhile and the Cultural Centre is outstanding. Taxis are available on this small island but the best transport is walking to enjoy the local atmosphere. The one star missing for "overall" is because no warning was given that whales and grizzlies may not be seen as that is a seasonal thing which should be checked before booking.

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Tofino & Ucluelet Pacific Rim Tour

We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Our tour guide Jafar was great, very knowledgeable and likeable.

Hut to Hut in Wildflower Heaven

The Hut to Hut Tour in Wells-Gray Park was amazing! Besides our group, there was no one there… it was so great to be the only people in such a vast space and our guide was excellent and respectful of this beautiful place. The pace was perfect and we had a different kind of beauty and challenge every day.

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This Vancouver Island tour was another great tour from Fresh Adventures. The trip was well run and organised. The 2 guides, Jafar and Carl were excellent and cooked some fantastic meals throughout the week. A good mix of exploring and relaxation at some great swimming areas throughout the island. Definitely recommend.

We loved the tour! Ian is a fantastic tour guide. He’s so knowledgable and makes things fun. It’s a long day but totally worth it. The Discover tour is the best. It’s a smaller group. Very personal. Just enough “tour” time as well as free time. Victoria is wonderful!

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The 15 Best Vancouver Tours

From the city to the sea to the mountains, see the best of Vancouver on these exciting excursions.

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Though whales are a popular animal to spot in Vancouver, tourists also have the chance to see many seals during their stays.

Travelers regularly flock to Vancouver, British Columbia , to discover its stunning architecture, bustling markets and fantastic outdoor pursuits. Upon arriving, they also discover the city's incredible food and craft beer scenes. With so much to see (and eat), signing up for a guided tour is a great way to pack the most sightseeing into your trip. After consulting traveler opinion and expert input, U.S. News determined these 17 tours to be the best available in Vancouver.

Vancouver Water Adventures – City & Seal Tour

See some of Vancouver's famous local wildlife along this 90-minute inflatable boat tour through English Bay. Though the highlight of the tour is the local seal colony, you'll also catch sightings of Kitsilano Beach , Yaletown , Granville Island and more. Tour-takers say guides are adept at navigating the boat and providing the history of the landmarks seen during the ride. Tickets start at CA$59 (about $42), and participants must be at least 4 feet tall. Tours depart daily at 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Vancouver Water Adventures offers a variety of boat and kayak tours.

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Vancouver Foodie Tours – Granville Island Market Tour

Discover Granville Island's bustling public market, which is filled with bakeries, cheese shops, butchers and other food producers, on this two-hour guided tour. The walking tour, which hosts up to 16 participants, includes more than 20 tastings along with information about the foods and their makers. Along the way, you could sample locally produced wine, elk salami, doughnuts and maple salmon candy, among other delicious tastings. Participants say they enjoy trying the different food and learning about the history of the peninsula from knowledgeable foodie guides. Tickets cost around CA$70 (about $50) for patrons 13 and older and CA$60 (about $43) for children 12 and younger. Tours run daily at 10:30 a.m. Vancouver Foodie Tours also operates a tour of the Gastown district's restaurants and a tour about Chinese food in Richmond, a city just south of Vancouver.

Harbour Cruises – Vancouver Harbour Cruise

Sail through the Burrard Inlet past many of Vancouver's top landmarks during this hourlong boat excursion on an old-fashioned paddlewheeler. From the boat's open-air decks or its cozy interior, you'll see spectacular views of the Vancouver skyline, Stanley Park and the mountains. The tour is also fully narrated. For an extra treat, grab a drink from the onboard bar. Tour-takers say they enjoy the views and that the commentary is helpful. Many cruisers even spotted seals. Tours run daily at 11 a.m. and 12:15, 1:30 and 2:45 p.m. Tickets cost approximately CA$40 (about $43) for adults 18 and older, CA$35 (about $25) for children ages 12 to 17, CA$12 (about $8.50) for ages 5 to 11 and are free for those 4 and younger. The company also offers a variety of lunch and dinner cruises.

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Landsea Tours & Adventures – Victoria & Butchart Gardens

If you're looking for a daytrip from Vancouver, consider this 13-hour excursion with Landsea Tours & Adventures, which takes you by ferry to Victoria , British Columbia's capital. In Victoria, you'll have time to explore downtown, the Inner Harbour and the Fairmont Empress Hotel , before making your way to the 55-acre Butchart Gardens . Tourgoers say the excursion is well organized with plenty of time to spend at the gardens. Tours depart at 8 or 9 a.m., depending on the time of year. Tickets start at CA$225 (about $161) for participants 13 and older and CA$115 (around $82) for ages 3 to 12. Prices include round-trip transportation from select Richmond or downtown Vancouver hotels . Landsea Tours & Adventures also operates seaplane tours, hop-on, hop-off tours and outdoor adventure excursions.

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Stanley Park's collection of totem poles is a highlight during Vancouver Bike Tours' leisurely ride around the city.

Vancouver Bike Tours – Towers & Totems

Travelers say this tour is a family-friendly way to explore the city. They also regularly describe the guides as accommodating and informative. During the 3 1/2-hour ride, you'll bike about 11 miles around Vancouver to see several key landmarks, including Stanley Park. In addition, you'll learn about the Coast Salish people and see a collection of totem poles. Tours depart daily at 9:30 a.m., and tickets cost approximately CA$65 (about $46), including the bike rental. The company also offers a Dragons & Steam tour, which rides through Chinatown.

Toonie Tours Vancouver – Street Art & Craft Beer Tour

This walking tour introduces visitors to Vancouver's craft beer scene as well as Mount Pleasant, an area known for its many street murals. Participants begin the three-hour expedition with a brewery tour of Main Street Brewing Company and enjoy beer samples (plus a snack). Afterward, guides lead participants through Mount Pleasant to see the diverse street art. Reviewers say that guides have a great knowledge of both the art and the artists. Tourgoers also enjoyed the beer stop and describe the tour as educational. Tickets cost approximately CA$65 (around $47). Tours run several times a week, but specific days vary by season; tours depart at 4:30 or 5:30 p.m. Toonie Tours also runs a free walking tour of Vancouver and a bike tour of Stanley Park.

Cycle City Tours – The Grand Bike Tour

Riders say this tour is a great way to see the city and that guides are engaging and knowledgeable. The five-hour bike tour offers riders a broad overview of the city. Highlights include cycling through Stanley Park, past the beaches of English Bay, taking the ferry to Granville Island for lunch at the market, and pedaling through Chinatown. Tickets cost approximately CA$90 (about $64) for adults 18 and older and CA$80 (about $57) for youths ages 10 to 17; prices include the cost of bike rental. For families with children younger than 10, the company asks that you schedule a private tour. Tours are available daily at 10 a.m. Though the tour lasts five hours, you'll only be riding bikes for about two hours. Cycle City also offers night tours and rides atop e-bikes.

Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing – Vancouver City Tour + Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

An ideal option if you have a limited amount of time to sightsee, this half-day trip combines a guided city tour to sights like Chinatown, Stanley Park and the Granville Island Public Market with a visit to North Vancouver's Capilano Suspension Bridge Park . After exploring the city, you'll get to walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge and explore the surrounding temperate rainforest. Reviewers praise this tour, saying they see quite a bit of the city in five hours and that they particularly enjoy the stop at the bridge. Tickets start at CA$129 (about $92) for ages 13 and older and CA$65 (about $46) for ages 3 to 12 and includes round-trip transportation from select area hotels. Tours are available daily at noon. The company also offers tours to Grouse Mountain and daytrips to Whistler , among other options.

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Learn all about Vancouver's sordid past on a walking tour with Forbidden Vancouver.

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour

Discover the macabre side of Vancouver on this theatrical walking tour, which recounts tales of smallpox outbreaks, the Great Vancouver Fire, murder mysteries and other haunting stories about the city. This 90-minute outing offers great storytelling alongside plenty of Vancouver history, tourgoers say. Tours generally operate Monday through Saturday from May through November, though trips in late spring and late fall run on a limited schedule. Tours depart at 8 p.m. Tickets start at CA$29 (about $21) for adults and CA$26 (around $19) for students and seniors. The company says the tour is designed for adults only and does not recommend it for children younger than 14. Forbidden Vancouver also offers an art deco-themed tour that includes a chocolate tasting and a tour about the city's LGBT history.

A Wok Around Chinatown

Tourgoers praise A Wok Around Chinatown for its informative, kind guides and "immersive" experience. During this four-hour tour, participants will explore Chinatown to discover where local chefs shop for their foods and see area landmarks, such as the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. The tour concludes with a dim sum lunch, which travelers say is delicious. Tours operate at 10 a.m. daily, and tickets cost about CA$80 (about $57), including lunch. The company also offers a foodie tour of Granville Island.

Prince of Whales Adventures – Half-Day Whale Watching

Marine mammal experts guide this half-day excursion and share information about both humpback and orca whales throughout the five-hour catamaran cruise. Travelers regularly rave about this tour and recount multiple wildlife sightings. Tours run daily from April through early November; specific times vary depending on the month, but you can expect to depart at 8:30 a.m., noon or 2:30 p.m. Tickets start at CA$170 (about $122) for participants ages 18 and older, CA$130 (around $93) for ages 13 to 17, CA$105 (approximately $75) for ages 2 to 12 and are free for children younger than 2. In the event that you do not see whales, your next excursion is free. The company offers several other boat tours, as well as tours that combine boat rides and seaplane flights.

See Vancouver from above during a flight in a seaplane.

Harbour Air Seaplanes – Vancouver Classic Panorama

Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Vancouver on this seaplane tour. The 20-minute flight soars over the city's downtown skyline and over popular sights like Stanley Park, the Lions Gate Bridge and English Bay. Participants describe the experience as an incredible way to see the city and say they felt safe during the entire flight. Tickets start at CA$135 (about $97) for ages 12 and older, CA$75 (about $54) for children ages 2 to 11 and are free for infants. Flights depart multiple times daily from about 8:45 a.m. to around 6:45 p.m. If you want more time in the air, consider the 35-minute version of this tour.

Vancouver Brewery Tours – Vancouver Brewery Tour

Sample a wide variety of locally made beer during this three-hour van tour. Each outing includes stops at three different breweries for facility tours and a flight of the company's beers. You'll also enjoy an introduction to the beer-making process as well as a free beer glass and a journal to record your favorite brews. Patrons rave about the beers sampled during the tour and compliment the guides on their expertise. Tickets cost about CA$85 (around $61) for those who are drinking and CA$60 (about $43) for those who are not. Prices include transportation between breweries and all beer sampled. All participants must be at least 19 years old and bring a photo ID. Tours run Wednesday at 6 p.m., Friday at 4 p.m., Saturday at noon and 4 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m. Breweries visited depend on the day and time of the tour. The company runs multiple other craft beer tours in different areas of the city as well as private tours.

Taste Vancouver Food Tours – Gastown Food Tour

Eat your way through the historic Gastown area of Vancouver on this 2 1/2-hour walking tour that's limited to just 16 participants. Indulge in a variety of foods, including pulled pork, beer-battered fish, chocolate from Canada's oldest chocolate shop and more sweet and savory delights. Tourgoers say the food is delicious and that their guides are friendly and knowledgeable. Tours run at 2 p.m. daily from June through September; excursions leave Wednesday through Sunday only October through May. Tickets start at CA$89 (about $64) per person, regardless of age. All food, plus two alcoholic beverages are included. The company also offers food tours of Little Italy and Vancouver's North Shore.

Wild Whales Vancouver

Wild Whales Vancouver takes passengers off the coast into English Bay to search for humpback and killer whales as well as other local wildlife. Trips can last anywhere from three to six hours, depending on if the boat has to travel farther from Vancouver to spot wildlife. The company says 90% of their trips see whales, but if your outing has no animal sightings your next trip is free. Travelers report seeing lots of whales and describe guides as insightful and friendly. Departure times vary depending on the season and vessel type selected; tours depart from April through October only. Tickets start at CA$150 (about $108) for participants 13 and older, CA$100 (about $72) for ages 3 to 12 and CA$30 (about $22) for ages 2 and younger.

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An exciting trip around the island of Vancouver. We couldn’t believe the amazing wildlife encounters we experienced, and enjoyed the hospitality of our cheerful Ca...

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Very good trip . Just prepare for the rain . Saw lots of wild life . Would recommend the trip Seeing orcas , whales and bears He was a great guide . Very knowledg...

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The Fraser Valley offers a seemingly endless number of activities for you and your family to discover—from summer holiday adventures to winter wonderland vacations. Get inspired by nature’s beauty and bounty with unique dining and outdoor experiences. Bring your furry friends. Find that perfect camping spot or handcrafted gift as you make the journey your destination.

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A Circle Farm Tour is a road map that directs you to a variety of specialty farm-gate vendors, open air markets, charming eateries, heritage sites, fairs, and other special events. There’s a brochure and map for each participating community. The tours are self-guided, meaning that you travel in your own car, at your own pace, when it suits you. Each community brochure/map directs you from 10 to 20 venues. All are related in some way to agriculture and the area’s farming heritage.

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The 22 Best Vancouver Breweries

What are the best Vancouver Breweries to try? Well, we’ve sampled their brews, visited their taprooms, and read all the reviews to give you our take on the Best Vancouver Breweries you should try when visiting this bustling city!

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Vancouver Breweries

With neighbours like Portland and Seattle so close, you know Vancouver is bound to have the same lively and tasty craft beer scene of the Pacific Northwest. Boasting more than 50 breweries all across the city, we’ve curated a list of ones you cannot miss out on.

Vancouver breweries are known for their great beers, ciders, and outstanding views of the city and mountains. If you’re looking for a place to relax with a cold one after exploring Vancouver, look no further than one of these 20 best breweries.

What are the top breweries in Vancouver?

Though breweries are spread out all across the vast city of Vancouver, there are conveniently located batches of craft breweries in a couple of main neighbourhoods that make it easy to brewery hop any day of the week. Whether you’re looking to explore Olympic Village/Brewery Creek or East Vancouver (appropriately nicknamed “Yeast Vancouver”), you won’t have to look far for a new brewery to sample.

Vancouver’s eclectic mix of craft beer brewers means you’ll find everything from classically brewed favourites – such as traditional Belgian Tripels – to some of the most unique brew recipes we’ve seen, Pizza Pilsner anyone? If you’re a beer traditionalist or you fancy yourself a savvy experimental sampler, Vancouver craft breweries have something for everyone. So try one or visit them all, we won’t judge, make sure you share your favourites with us!

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The Best Breweries in Vancouver

This was a tough list to curate. With over 50 craft breweries in the Vancouver beer scene to choose from, we’ve picked 20 of our top favourites. Keep reading to see which ones we picked!

Steamworks Brewing Company

Steamworks Brewing is one of those “must visit” breweries if you’re doing any Vancouver brewery tours. They have two locations, a brew pub that has been serving tasty brews since 1995, and their newest location, the brewery & taproom where all the magic happens. As their name suggests, Steamworks is a one-of-a-kind steam generated brewery, the only one in Canada!

The Brewpub is right next to the Waterfront Sky Train Station and overlooking the beautiful North Shore Mountains. Here you can find everything from classic fish n’ chips to modern plant based creations. With 20 rotating taps and their famous 10 Tap Taster Paddle, you’re sure to find something up your alley.

Just outside Hastings Sunrise, Steamworks Brewery and Tap Room is where you can grab a pint straight from the source. Although they don’t have a huge selection of food, they invite you to bring your own munchies from local restaurants nearby or have them delivered right to your table.

Customer Review: The craft beers are literally to die for. Empress IPA has the most unique taste for a beer I’ve ever tried. Many different styles to try so there is definitely a beer for everyone.

• Phone: (604) 689-2739
• Brewpub: 375 Water Street, Vancouver BC
• Best Beers: Flagship Hazy IPA
• Website: steamworks.com/

Granville Island Brewing

The Granville Island Brewery was Canada’s first ever microbrewery, and is thus a craft beer pioneer in BC! They opened their doors in 1984 and they’ve been making a splash in Vancouver’s craft beer scene ever since. Their love for flavourful beer runs deep and they take their brewing very seriously, always creating new unique and innovative recipes for beer lovers.

Visit their taproom on Granville Island to sample their “Taproom Series” that features special one-off brews that are only available at this location!

Customer Review: Loved the staff and the beer selection here. Definitely coming back. The team is so friendly and attentive, it’s amazing. Burgers and BCLTs are great, so are the chicken wings. Did I mention tasty beer selection? Loved our visit – thanks team!!

• Phone: (604) 687-BREW
• Address: 1441 Cartwright St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3R7
• Best Beers: Lions Winter Ale and Juice Box Hazy IPA
• Website: www.gib.ca

Strange Fellows

This brewery celebrates the strange and extraordinary. The brew masters delight in experimentation, diverse brewing techniques, and clever ingredients to create one-of-a-kind, limited-release beers. Strange Fellows is connected to an art gallery so expect to see beauty and creativity all around you when you pay this brewery a visit.

Customer Review: One of my most favourite tasting rooms in all of Vancouver. The staff are always welcoming and willing to share the knowledge and Fun!! Supportive of the local community and those who live and exist in it. True pillars of beer and humanity.

• Phone: (604) 767-2117
• Address: 1345 Clark Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3K9
• Beers to try: Madame Roxanne Black Raspberry Sour
• Website: strangefellowsbrewing.com

33 Acres Brewing Company

33 Acres is a beautifully designed brewery, but don’t spend too much time taking pictures because their beer lineup is not one to miss. With 11+ great beers on tap and limited edition brews available next door at the 33 Brewing Experiment, there’s always a reason to return for more.

Customer Review: Really enjoy coming here with friends. The beer menu is great (recommendation: my favourite so far is 33 Acres of Sunshine) and we love the neighbourhood vibe. Plus, for after-work gatherings, the easy snack selection makes for a good tie-over to dinner plans afterwards.

• Phone: (604) 620-4589
• Address: 15 W 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1M8
• Beers to try: 33 Acres of Sunshine French Blanchè and 33 Acres of Darkness Schwarzbier
• Website: 33acresbrewing.com

Parallel 49

With a food truck parked right inside the tasting room and some of the most unique beer recipes in Vancouver, what more reason do you need to pay Parallel 49 Brewing a visit? This brewery has been on an upshot in popularity with many people (and retail outlets) enjoying their cheeky brews. With over 40 beers and cocktails on tap, you’re sure to find something you love at this sought-after craft brewery.

Customer Review: The go-to for the most original craft beers. They have so many rotating beers, you’ll never get bored. Awesome patio space during Covid. Their Street Kitchen is good too! We love their waffle fries.

• Phone: (604) 558-2739
• Address: 1950 Triumph St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1K5
• Beers to try: Salty Scot Sea Salted Caramel Scotch Ale and Trash Panda
• Website: parallel49brewing.com

Brass Neck Brewery

A Vancouver staple since 2013, Brassneck Brewery and growler shop are devoted to one thing: good beer. As they state, they have no grand plans to take over the world, just staying in a long, loving, committed relationship with craft beer. Though they don’t have a large food menu, they do have a thoughtfully curated assortment of snacks to go with their wide selection of tasty pints.

Customer Review: Nice brewery on Main Street. They have a variety of beers that rotate on tap and that you can take home. They also have a small snack food menu if you get hungry. Worth going to if your in the area. Friendly staff too.

• Phone: (604) 259-7686
• Address: 2148 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5
• Beers to try: Passive Aggressive Dry Hopped Pale Ale and Multweizen 5-Grain Hefeweizen
• Website: brassneck.ca

Brewhall Beer Co.

This craft brewery aims to bring the community together by serving up fresh beer, tasty food, fun games, and great vibes. Their “tank-to-tap” method connecting their brew lab to their tasting room ensures that you get the freshest beer tasting experience possible.

Located inside the Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood of East Vancouver, you’ll find 22 taps of delicious craft beer, arcade games, local art, and great music. With so many other breweries around this Yeast Van neighbourhood, full day trips are highly recommended!

Customer Review: Great beer selection, good food and friendly staff. Also arcade games are pretty cool.Lucky to have you in the neighbourhood Brewhall 👌🏻

• Phone: (604) 709-8623
• Address: 97 E 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1B3, Canada
• Best Beers: Hall Pass IPA
• Website: brewhall.com/

Main Street Brewing Company

Main Street Brewing Co. captures the vibe of an indoor beer garden perfectly. With high ceilings, indoor trees, and the smell of fresh pretzels wafting through the air, it’s hard to find a better indoor space to enjoy a beer. And enjoy a beer you will! Whether you’re enjoying one of their regular beers or trying something on their experimental rotation, we can pretty much guarantee it’ll be impossible to have just one.

Customer Review: Cool location with a nice warehouse vibe inside. Clean, lots on tap, so there is something for everyone. Really good service and chill vibe! I recommend to people who want a chill atmosphere and good beer.

• Phone: (604) 336-7711
• Address: 261 E 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 0B8
• Beers to try: Naked Fox IPA
• Website: mainstreetbeer.ca

Bomber Brewing

Founded by 3 life-long friends and hockey teammates, this brewery offers brews for all palates. From locker room 6 packs, rich and tasty stouts, and flavour punching sours, they’ve got you covered. Bomber Brewing is located on the popular Union-Adanac bikeway, making this craft brewery the perfect rest stop for cyclists and outdoor lovers alike.

Customer Review: Another stop on our east Van brewery tour. Interesting selection of beer styles, with the usual pale ales, wits and lagers, and a few seasonals. We tried the pear and yuzu sour, and the salted lime lager, both were very good. Bonus points for serving proper 20 oz pints, at a fair price to boot.

• Phone: (604) 428-7457
• Address: 1488 Adanac st., Vancouver, British Columbia, V5L 2C3
• Best Beers: Parklife Passionfruit Ale
• Website: bomberbrewing.com/

Bridge Brewing Company

Bridge is obsessed with sustainability and they take a zero waste approach when it comes to beer making! They strive to be a zero waste brewery, proudly claiming to be 99% waste-free. Wow!

Inside their brewery and taproom you can hear the sound of grains milling and watch as the beers go straight to the fridge. This is an awesome brewery to check out on your next North Vancouver tour. Bonus: their patio is dog friendly!

They’ve recently opened up their newest location, the Lonsdale Bridge Deck. This newest addition features more food options than their taproom, making it a great option if you’re wanting dinner (or brunch) with your flight of beers!

Customer Review (Brewery & Tap Room): Friendly, great selection of on tap cold beers and food munching options (tacos!), what else could you ask for? Nice place to relax with some outdoors seating, or to fill up for the weekend from their wide offering of tall cans. But most importantly, the beers taste great!

• Phone: (604) 770-2739
• Lonsdale Bridge Deck: 1211 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver
• Best Beers: Bourbon Blood Orange Wheat Beer
• Website: bridgebrewing.com/

Faculty Brewing

It’s time to go back to school with Faculty Brewing. Co-started by a former university professor, this brewery is passionate about educating people on how beer is made. Don’t worry, there are no tests involved but your inner student will enjoy the university course-level naming system of their beers. From 100-level easy-drinking brews to more complex 700-level flavours, you can work your way up or down through their “beer school”.

Customer Review: I always feel welcomed when I’m here. Really nice patios, good crowd flow control, the beer is fantastic, and they love dogs.

• Phone: (778) 716-6794
• Address: 1830 Ontario St, Vancouver, BC V5T 2W6
• Beers to try: London Fog Ale and Dirty Chai Porter
• Website: www.facultybrewing.com

Off the Rail Brewing Co.

Another brewery right off the Adanac bike path! If you’re traveling down this “cycling highway” make sure to stop at Off the Rail for one of their house made brews. If you love traditional English ales, German lagers, IPAs, this is the place for you!

While you’re there, check out their new project, Bine Sparkling Hop Water. This is a hop fuelled, sparkling, clean carbonated water drink. Give it a try! After all, you’ve got to try everything at least once right?

Customer Review: The Best beer in town, amazing and unique taste. If you’re visiting Vancouver or if you live here, this is a must to try. In the heart of East Van, great environment and super friendly staff.

• Phone: (604) 563-5767
• Address: 1351 Adanac St, Vancouver, British Columbia
• Best Beers: Crazy Train IPA
• Website: offtherailbrewing.com/

Powell Brewery

Powell Brewery has been recognized for their craft brewing skills with many awards under their belt, including “Beer of the Year” from the Canadian Brewing Awards for their Old Jalopy Pale Ale. They use all natural and local ingredients wherever possible and their dog friendly patio is a hit.

A must-visit on your next craft brewery tour! Conveniently located and walking distance from many other amazing breweries, this will make for a perfect beer tasting afternoon!

Customer Review: Loving the new patio set-up! So cozy with the heaters now 🙂 Tried the new cherry sour the other eve – amazing! Always such a pleasant atmosphere & vibe from staff. Can’t wait to try some of the other new beers soon!

• Phone: (604) 558-2537
• Address: 1357 Powell St, Vancouver, British Columbia
• Best Beers: Old Jalopy Pale Ale
• Website: www.powellbeer.com/

Luppolo Brewing Co.

This Italian-inspired brewery (Luppolo – pronounced “loop-o-low”- means hops in Italian) is a small but noteworthy brewery. Luppolo has a number of different brew styles on tap with new experimental rotations always popping up. Fan favourites include their barrel aged beers and flavourful sours.

Customer Review: The beers were always outstanding here. With the addition of the patio seating and this new gorgeous quality pizza Luppolo just took a next level step up.

• Phone: (604) 255-4997
• Address: 1123 Venables St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2C6
• Beers to try: New World Sour and Tart Wild Ale with Plum
• Website: luppolobrewing.ca

Strathcona Brewing Company

Located in Vancouver’s oldest and most diverse residential neighbourhood, Strathcona Beer Company produces a modern style of traditional beer coupled with other unique additions. They have a 12,000 square foot building which means ample room to gather, enjoy a fresh-made pizza (some say it’s the best in town), and knock back a few pints.

Customer Review: Absolutely love this beer company for the passion and creativity they put into every flavour selection they produce and the alcohol content levels they can achieve without ruining the flavour of the beer truly amazing 😋

• Phone: (778) 379-9050
• Address: 895 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1R8
• Beers to try: “Beach” Lemon Mandarin Radler and Big Sexy Funk Hazy IPA
• Website: www.strathconabeer.com

R & B Ale & Pizza House

Prepare yourself for a blast from the past when you enter R&B Brewing. With its 70’s vibe, vinyl records, and laidback atmosphere, it feels like you’re hanging out in your best friend’s basement. Delivering fantastic German and Belgian brew styles, this brewery has been around for a while and is definitely not going anywhere soon.

Customer Review: Been a supporter of R&B when they were one of the original crew of craft breweries in Vancouver. Great selection of beer. Great atmosphere. Nice little patio too. Key part here is also the & pizza. Great pizza , perfect to go with a few drinks. Whether it’s a pregame to the Canucks or a stop among other breweries, this place is always on the top of the list

• Phone: (604) 336-0275
• Address: 54 E 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1E8
• Beers to try: Stolen Bike Lager
• Website: www.randbbrewing.com

Storm Brewing

Whatever you think you know about craft breweries and what they should be like, forget them all when you go to check out Storm Brewing. This small warehouse is about creating great beer, and not much else. Brewer James Walton is the mad scientist behind this operation and he has created hundreds of unique beers he calls “brainstorm” beers. Using 30+ mason jars with various tinctures, herbs, and spices, he’s able to release something new every single week!

With no chairs, food, or conventional “tasting room”, all of your focus will be on the beer lineup. Their unique and innovative beers are only available in small batches so you’re always in for a surprise when discovering what’s currently on tap.

Customer Review: Great place! Don’t let the great aesthetics scare you away. The art is badass, and the beer even better. If it’s sunny, the outdoor area will let the sun shine on you will you enjoy some tasty beer and grab some artful cans to go.

• Phone: (604) 255-9119
• Address: 310 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3V6
• Beers to try: Vanilla Whiskey Stout and Pineapple Paradise Pilsner
• Wesbite: www.stormbrewing.org

East Van Brewing Co.

East Van Brewing Company is named after it’s vibrant and diverse community and they brew up some vibrant and diverse beers to match! They love to support local businesses and often collaborate with local makers, musicians, artists, and fellow brewers.

If you’re doing a beer crawl in East Vancouver, you have to stop at this local favourite. They have a great tasting room and patio, delicious beers, and a beautiful view of Downtown Vancouver, what’s not to love?

Customer Review: Great selection of beers and a fantastic atmosphere… what’s not to like?? Make it a must stop on your next craft beer crawl!!

• Phone: (604) 558-3822
• Address: 1675 Venables St, Vancouver, BC V5L 2H1
• Best Beers: Wheelbite IPA
• Website: eastvanbrewing.com

Electric Bicycle

Neighbours with R&B Brewing, Electric Bicycle Brewing is a rather new brewery on the scene but it’s entered with a bang. Bringing quirky beers to the table and pairing them with gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, Electric Bicycle is definitely worth the visit if you’re brewery hopping down Main Street.

Customer Review: The only thing better than the beer here is the phenomenal staff. Every last beer we had was packed with multidimensional flavours and totally enjoyable. We tried every beer on tap and could easily drink a pint of any one. Absolutely worth going out of your way to stop here! Definitely a Vancouver gem!

• Phone: (604) 709-9939
• Address: 20 E 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1E8
• Beers to try: Atomic Jame Raspberry Sour and Yes! Hazy Pale Ale
• Website: electricbicyclebrewing.com

Yaletown Brewing Company

Established in the heart of Vancouver’s warehouse district in 1994, Yaletown Brewing Company (YBC) stands as the city’s original and most cherished brewpub. Born with a vision to serve as a genuine neighborhood pub, YBC has consistently offered a welcoming ambiance to everyone, no matter if you come in a business suit or flip-flops.

Boasting a 160-seat restaurant and a dynamic pub equipped with TVs, a pool table, a cozy fireplace, and an outdoor patio, this venue is popular any time of year.

Customer Review: We had HappyHour with thin crest pizza and nachos. Food is very delicious. Friendly waitress and spacious settings. Very enjoyable.

• Phone: (604) 681-2739
• Address: 1111 Mainland St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9
• Beers to try: Loading Bay IPA
• Website: mjg.ca/yaletown/

Red Truck Beer Company

With its striking aluminum-and-wood color scheme, Red Truck Beer Company stands as a testament to honesty and hard work in the dynamic Vancouver brewery scene. Guided by a philosophy that the best experiences in life, like enjoying the company of friends over cold, refreshing beers, should be savored slowly, Red Truck has carved out a unique space for itself among beer aficionados.

The Red Truck team is committed to brewing simple, honest, and independent beers, steering clear of preservatives, pasteurization, and shortcuts. While they may not meet every person who savors their handcrafted brew, they firmly believe that each sip of Red Truck will reveal their unwavering commitment to brewing the right way – with honesty and dedication.

Customer Review: Awesome food, great beer (can’t beat their original lager) and service. One of my favourite breweries in BC!

• Phone: (604) 682-4733
• Address: 295 E 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1A7
• Beers to try: Wild Thing Blackberry Bourbon Ale
• Website: redtruckbeer.com

Enjoy the Best Craft Beer in Vancouver!

Make sure to go and check out Vancouver’s best craft breweries, grab a locally brewed pint (or 2) and support your local brewers!

Let’s raise a glass of appreciation for these brilliant brewers who create such great beers and experiences in this lovely city. Here’s cheers to all things craft beer related while exploring what Grand Rapids has to offer!

Legacy Brews: Gone But Never Forgotten

As the saying goes, ‘All good things must come to an end,’ and sadly, the same holds true for some of our favorite local breweries. This section is dedicated to those beloved institutions that have closed their doors but left behind a frothy legacy in our hearts and palates.

Each provided unique flavors and experiences that made this city’s brewing scene richer and more diverse. While they may no longer serve their signature drafts, the memories and taste impressions they’ve left behind continue to inspire and influence the craft beer community.

Join us in raising a virtual toast to these establishments – gone but never forgotten.

Andina Brewing Co.

Where Colombian culture meets British Colombian craft beer. Andina Brewing Co. infused the vibrant flavours and aromas from South America and British Columbia into their beer for an experience like no other. The culture, passion, and love of life at this craft brewery changed the way we thought about craft beer.

More British Columbia Breweries

But wait! There are more great breweries to discover in BC ! If you happen to find yourself on a road trip around British Columbia, make sure to check out some of the following cities for delicious craft beers.

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• Best Victoria Breweries

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