Things To Do With Kids in Vancouver

Vancouver is the largest metropolitan area in western Canada. Home to more than 2.6 million people, Metro Vancouver is a melting pot of unique cultures with influence from England, India, China, France, and the Pacific Northwest. This seaport city was ranked third most livable city in the world and attracts 16 million tourists a year. Wedged between the ocean and a coastal mountain range, the views in Vancouver are incredible. Check out all the kids activities that Vancouver has to offer!

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$71.20 for Whale-Watching Trip for One from Outer Island Excursions ($119 Value)
40% Off a Whale-Watching Trip from Outer Island Excursions
2 Locations • 38.3 mi
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Through 10/01/2022: Whale-Watching Trip for One
Seattle CityPASS Tickets for Adult or Child
Seattle CityPASS Tickets
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Seattle CityPASS
One or Two Adult or Children's Tickets to Wildlife Safari (Up to 57% Off)
Up to 57% Off at Wildlife Safari
1790 Safari Rd., Winston
4.8
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One Adult Ticket

Vancouver has many exciting family-friendly activities from world-class recreation centers to localized entertainment. Browse famous attractions and some of the best things to do in Vancouver with kids:

  • Save on OMNIMAX film tickets at Science World
  • Check out the Vancouver Aquarium, ranked 5th best aquarium in the world
  • Bike or walk along the Vancouver Seawall and enjoy the stunning views
  • Swim in Kitsilano Pool, longest pool in Canada — almost as long as 3 Olympic pools
  • Experience the sea culture in Vancouver at the Fisherman’s Wharf

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Admission to The Granny Crawl Seattle on Saturday, August 27, 2022 (Up to 48% Off). Three Options Available.
Admission to The Granny Crawl Seattle
15640 NE, Vancouver
$14.36 $10.00$8.00
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08/27/22 at 5 p.m.: General Admission for One to Granny Crawl Seattle
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Jurassic Quest at Washington State Fairgrounds in Seattle Area (December 16–18)
Jurassic Quest in Seattle Area – Up to 25% Off
110 9th Avenue Southwest, Puyallup
$27.17 $20.48
25% discount_off
Jurassic Quest (December 16–18)
Seattle's Elite Chef's Tournament on Sept 10th
Cooking Show at Down to Earth Cuisine Personal Chef Services
5608 17th Avenue Northwest, Seattle
$550.00 $396.00
28% discount_off
One Adult Ticket - General Admission on Sep 10 at 12:00 PM

Stanley Park is 10 percent larger than Central Park in New York City. Stretching a staggering 1001 acres, it borders the city giving visitors great views of downtown Vancouver. Find more family-friendly things to do near you below:

  • Save on bundle tickets and popcorn at The Dunbar Theatre
  • Spend some quality family time bowling at Grandview Lanes
  • Learn about nature in an immersive environment at the UBC Botanical Gardens
  • Stop for a sweet bite at Karameller Candy Shop or La Casa Gelato
  • Feel like an Olympian when you tour the Richmond Olympic Oval
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$71.20 for Whale-Watching Trip for One from Outer Island Excursions ($119 Value)

40% Off a Whale-Watching Trip from Outer Island Excursions

Outer Island ExcursionsMultiple Locations$119.00$71.20
One or Two Adult or Children's Tickets to Wildlife Safari (Up to 57% Off)

Up to 57% Off at Wildlife Safari

Wildlife SafariStarburst$17.95$12.79
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden Admission

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden Admission

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and GlassSpace Needle$36.75$36.75

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Space Needle and Chihuly Garden Admission
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden Admission
400 Broad St., Seattle
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Adult Combo (13-64): Space Needle + Chihuly Garden and Glass, Open - 11:00am
Up to 59% Off on at Beaty Biodiversity Museum (UBC Museum Campus)
Up to 59% Off on at Beaty Biodiversity Museum (UBC Museum Campus)
2212 Main Mall, Vancouver • 6.0 mi
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$63.20 for Three-and-a-Half Hour Whale Watching Trip at Orcas Wild ($119 Value)
$55.80 Off Whale Watching Trip at Orcas Wild
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Three-and-a-Half Hour Whale Watching Trip

Vancouver has dozens of renowned attractions and famous sightseeing destinations. From Capilano Suspension Bridge to the Vancouver Lookout and several gorgeous botanical gardens, this city is full of sightseeing activities the kids will love.

  • See Vancouver from the water with Harbour Cruises and events
  • Appreciate Vancouver’s waterways and play at the park on Granville Island
  • Ride the gondola up Grouse Mountain for breathtaking views of the city
  • Take a family stroll through the history of Gastown, a local favorite
  • Watch family favorite movies outdoors in the summertime with Evo Summer Cinema
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Three-Course Dinner for Two or Four Served Completely in the Dark at Dark Table (Up to 25% Off)

Up to 25% Off Dinner in the Dark at Dark Table

Dark TableKitsilanoC$98.00C$73.50
One or Two Adult or Children's Tickets to Wildlife Safari (Up to 57% Off)

Up to 57% Off at Wildlife Safari

Wildlife SafariStarburst$17.95$12.79
Registration for One to Tough Mudder Seattle 5K, 10K, or 15K on September 24 or 25 (Up to 68% Off)

Up to 68% Off Tough Mudder Run Entry

Tough Mudder SeattlePalmer Coking Coal Co.$121.68$39.00

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Pottery for Fun for One, Two, Four, or Eight at FEELartistic (Up to 57% Off)
Up to 57% Off at Pottery for Fun at FEELartistic
10333 19th Avenue Southeast, Everett
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$70.00 $39.00$31.20
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90-Minute Pottery for Fun for One
Sip N' Fuse Fused Glass Workshop for One or Two at MoltenWorks (Up to 38% Off)
Up to 38% Off Sip N' Fuse Fused Glass Workshop at MoltenWorks
12602 Northeast 178th Street, Woodinville
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$55.00 $45.00$36.00
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Sip N' Fuse Fused Glass Workshop for One; Restrictions Apply
$21.60 for 90-Minute In-Studio Black Light Paint and Sip Event at Pinot's Palette - Federal Way ($40 Value)
Up to 46% Off In-Studio Paint and Sip Event at Pinot's Palette
1066 South 320th Street, Federal Way
$40.00 $27.00$21.60
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90-Minute In-Studio Black Light Paint and Sip Event for One
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There are oodles of fun things to do in Vancouver with kids. Indoor amusement centers, water parks, city parks, and more. Browse deals on fun things to do with kids in Vancouver:

  • See everything there is about this country in the comfort of downtown Vancouver at FlyOver Canada
  • Rocky Point Park offers a free water park, perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day
  • See the many species of tropical birds at Bloedel Conservatory, in Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Tour Stanley Park in a horse-drawn carriage with Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tours
  • Score half off European-Swordplay classes
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Food and Beer at Black Kettle Brewing Company (Up to 38% Off). Two Options Available.

Up to 38% Off at Black Kettle Brewing Company

Black Kettle Brewing CompanyMarine-HamiltonC$40.00C$25.00
Beer Flight for One or Two, or $5.60 for $10 Towards Craft Beer at Menace Brewing

Up to 47% Off Craft Beer at Menace Brewing

Menace BrewingElmcrest$10.00$5.60
Up to 36% Off on Bar / Cafe Offerings - Drinks at Culture Cafe

Up to 36% Off on Bar / Cafe Offerings - Drinks at Culture Cafe

Culture CafeWashington Grocery Apartments$20.00$12.80

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Up to 40% Off on Painting Lesson at The Painted Palace
Up to 40% Off on Painting Lesson at The Painted Palace
1813 130th Avenue Northeast, Bellevue
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$40.00 $31.00$24.80
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Painting Class for One; Limit 1 per person
Three-Course Dinner for Two or Four Served Completely in the Dark at Dark Table (Up to 25% Off)
Up to 25% Off Dinner in the Dark at Dark Table
2611 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver • 2.4 mi
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3-Course Dinner in the Dark for Two
AMC Lakewood Mall 12
AMC Lakewood Mall 12
5721 Main Street Southwest, Lakewood
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Maddie Poppe with Fritz Hager - Wednesday, Aug 24, 2022 / 7:30pm
Maddie Poppe with Fritz Hager - Wednesday, Aug 24, 2022 / 7:30pm
216 Union Street, Seattle
$25.00 $16.50
34% discount_off
Wednesday, Aug 24, 2022 / 7:30pm - Host-Escorted Seating
Junior H: Sad Boyz 4 Life Tour 2022 on October 15 at 7:45 p.m.
Junior H: Sad Boyz 4 Life Tour 2022 – Up to 37% Off
7000 W. Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick
$31.50 $20.00
37% discount_off
Junior H: Sad Boyz 4 Life Tour 2022 on October 15 at 7:45 p.m.
Gunhild Carling - Wednesday, Aug 31, 2022 / 7:30pm
Gunhild Carling - Wednesday, Aug 31, 2022 / 7:30pm
216 Union Street, Seattle
$25.00 $16.50
34% discount_off
Wednesday, Aug 31, 2022 / 7:30pm - Host-Escorted Seating

Luckily, there are plenty of things for kids to do in Vancouver, many of which happen to be educational and fun. Most of the museums downtown have kid-focused exhibits, but Vancouver offers such a wide variety of things to do with kids that educational entertainment certainly doesn’t stop there. Check out more learning-focused activities for kids near you:

  • Learn about the expansive nature of earth’s ecosystems at Beaty Biodiversity Museum
  • Walk through the intricate duties of a police officer at Vancouver Police Museum
  • Marvel at the works on display in the Vancouver Art Gallery
  • Experience the expansive Vancouver train industry first hand at the West Coast Railway Association
  • Spend a relaxing afternoon browsing book collections at the beautiful Vancouver public library

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90-Minute Jump Pass for One at DEFY. Seattle (Up to 20% Off)
Up to 20% Off Jump Pass at DEFY. Seattle
455 Andover Park East, Tukwila
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90-Minute Jump Pass for One; Valid 90 Days from Purchase
Adult, Child, or Senior Single-Day Admission to Woodland Park Zoo
Admission to Woodland Park Zoo
5500 Phinney Avenue North, Seattle
4.8
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$16.25
Through 09/30/22: Single-Day Admission for One Child (Ages 3–12)
90-Minute Jump Pass or Basic Party Package for Up to 10 at DEFY. Olympia (Up to 27% Off)
Up to 27% Off Jump Passes or Party at DEFY. Olympia
7960 Center Street Southwest, Tumwater
4.7
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$24.99 $18.28
27% discount_off
Valid 90 Days from Purchase: 90-Minute Jump Pass for One Person

Vancouver is the third largest film production center in North America, right after Los Angeles and New York City. For aspiring actors and musicians, the city has a lot of fun creative and performing arts classes. See for yourself below:

  • Discover musical talent with private lessons at the Vancouver Central School of Music
  • Harness energy while also training the mind at Budo Martial Arts
  • Learn to figure skate and watch your kids flourish at the Canada Ice Dance Theatre
  • Expand your family cooking skills at Nourish Cooking School
  • Let your kids perform like they are in the circus with Cirkids classes at Circus West

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AMC Factoria 8
AMC Factoria 8
3505 Factoria Boulevard Southeast, Bellevue
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AMC Kitsap 8
AMC Kitsap 8
10055 Kitsap Mall Boulevard Northwest, Silverdale
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AMC Alderwood Mall 16
AMC Alderwood Mall 16
18733 33rd Avenue West, Lynnwood
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Vancouver may be one of the warmest cities in Canada, but when harsh winters are underway there’s no shortage of indoor games and activities to keep the kids busy. Explore our collection of indoor entertainment deals below:

  • The Adventure Zone has fun for the whole family from arcade to play place
  • Jump out some energy at Sky Zone trampoline park
  • Enjoy the convenience of an indoor playground at The Funky Monkey Park, offering laser tag and more
  • Virtual Reality is finally an obtainable experience with the technology provided at VR Funtastic World
  • Move as a family unit when playing paintball at Richmond Indoor Paintball

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