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As a wise man once said: \u201cAin\u2019t no party like a west coast party, \u2018cause a west coast party don\u2019t stop.\u201d And although Coolio was undoubtedly referring to Los Angeles, the same ethos applies all the way up the coast \u2013 just take a look at these landmarks in Vancouver. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mistaken time and time again for the capital of British Columbia (but you already knew that the capital is Victoria, didn\u2019t you?), Vancouver is one of Canada\u2019s most popular cities \u2013 among tourists and expats alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though the distinguishing features that make Vancouver special can vary, it is without dispute that this buzzing city has some of the best weather in Canada and a classic west-coast reputation for being \u2018chill\u2019. Add to that some stunning natural landscapes from all sides \u2013 including a breathtaking mountainscape to the north that\u2019ll make you feel like you\u2019ve just been dropped a real-size simulation of Red Dead Redemption 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But no matter what you\u2019ve heard about Vancouver, almost everyone agrees on at least this much: it sure as heck isn\u2019t overrated. From the wacky to the wonderful to the downright saucy, this city offers some of the best sight-seeing in Canada. Don\u2019t miss the 10 most famous landmarks in Vancouver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disclaimer: While some of these places might be temporarily closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, likely, you\u2019ll soon be able to see most of them \u2013 and, if you’re Canadian, with many of us understandably concerned about the prospects of embarking on international travel over the coming months, there\u2019s never been a better time to explore our own backyard!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Support the #1 independent cinema in Vancouver at the Rio Theatre<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If Vancouver is the cinematic heart of Canada, then the Rio Theatre is the network of veins and arteries that connect the blockbuster with the arthouse. Movie-goers of all kinds converge at the Rio Theatre to indulge in a high-tech yet cozy and sophisticated cinematic experience that feels like it was created just for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Built in 1938, the Rio Theatre was a Vancouver institution from the get-go, renowned for eclectic programming and late-night screenings of cult classics and feature films. Not only can fans show up to screenings of Grease and the Rocky Horror Picture Show in costume (it\u2019s encouraged \u2013 the best costume of the night even gets a prize) and sing-along with the musical numbers, they can also perch on the edge of their seats as they follow Liam Neeson through whatever iteration of his family getting kidnapped came out this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, the Rio Theatre continues to offer all its beloved staples, but also a great deal more. Throughout the year there is a dizzying array of live events rolling through the venue, ranging from international musical artists (including a live extravaganza of Pink Floyd\u2019s The Wall<\/em>), Vancouver International Comedy Festival, and the International Burlesque Festival. Regarding the latter, the Rio Theatre has made no official comment as to whether they welcome their guests with a little back-and-forth refrain of \u201cWe Put the Spring in Springfield\u201d from The Simpsons. <\/em>But given its receptiveness to audience participation, you\u2019re always welcome to take your lead from these master (mistress?) stage performers. They are the country\u2019s greatest, after all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.<\/strong> Explore our shared humanity at the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nestled within the stunning University of British Columbia campus is one of the best \u2013 and most underrated \u2013 museums in Vancouver: the Museum of Anthropology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a staggering collection of artifacts and art, this museum delineates the histories of settlers, First Nations people, and other societies across British Columbia, the South Pacific, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. The Museum of Anthropology is more than just one of the most worthwhile landmarks in Vancouver \u2013 it\u2019s something of a hallowed ground for those with curiosity and wonder about the ways societies shift, change, and demarcate themselves as individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bill Reid Rotunda is an unmissable highlight, showcasing the Haida<\/a> legend, The Raven and the First Men<\/em>, etched into an enormous slab of cedarwood.<\/em> This piece is so iconic that for a long time, it was depicted on the Canadian $20 bill. It is showcased by a single skylight overhead that gives it a gravitas and inspires awe in even the most cynical of souls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The museum\u2019s temporary exhibits are well worth a peek, with spectacular pop-up installations focused on a variety of thematic areas. Don\u2019t miss the contemporary collection from Australian Indigenous Artists, Marking the Infinite,<\/em> or the Arts of Resistance,<\/em> an exploration of politics and the past in Latin America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those who simply can\u2019t wait to go, you can also explore the Museum of Anthropology\u2019s nearly 50,000-strong digital collection<\/a> on its Collections Online system. Be warned \u2013 it\u2019ll only make you more impatient to get there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Swing from the treetops at Capilano Suspension Bridge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Re-enact your favorite action movie (minus anything remotely resembling real risk) at one of the most famous landmarks in Vancouver: the Capilano Suspension Bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This 140-meter-long suspension bridge draws over 800,000 visitors every year, and it\u2019s not hard to see why. Swinging around mountainsides and swaying across the Capilano River from 110-feet high from the earth puts you not far above the glorious ancient Douglas firs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every little detail has been considered, with stunning light installations integrated both into the suspension bridge itself and all around, as part of one of the many season-specific events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This must-see landmark in Vancouver can get crowded during peak times, so it helps to book a\u00a0skip-the-line<\/a>\u00a0ticket in advance to beat the crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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