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Officers Row featuring heritage architecture and a house
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Esther Short Park featuring a garden
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site showing heritage architecture
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Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 368 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥12,976 per traveler
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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour

Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 52 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥11,144 per adult
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Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour

Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 20 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥1,416 per adult*
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Beginner's Glass Blowing Lessons in Portland, Oregon

Beginner's Glass Blowing Lessons in Portland, Oregon

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥22,899 per adult
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What to do in Vancouver

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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

5/5(14 reviews)

Stride around a 19th-century fort, watch live craft demonstrations and learn about Washington’s trading and military history.

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Esther Short Park which includes a garden

Esther Short Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Relax by fountains, shop in bustling markets and listen to concerts in a scenic park that has become the city of Vancouver’s premier outdoor public space.

Esther Short Park
Interstate Bridge

Interstate Bridge

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Interstate Bridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Interstate Bridge
Stately old Oak off the lake's southeastern shore.

Vancouver Lake Park

3/5(2 reviews)

After visiting Vancouver Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vancouver. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this walkable area, or enjoy its biking trails.

Vancouver Lake Park
Pearson Air Museum which includes interior views and aircraft

Pearson Air Museum

Trace the story of flight in a fascinating Vancouver museum housing vintage plane models from the earliest days of aviation.

Pearson Air Museum
Officers Row showing heritage architecture and a house

Officers Row

Walk down a shaded, narrow street and pass elegant 19th-century homes now occupied by museums and private residences.

Officers Row

Vancouver Mall

4/5(572 reviews)

During your trip to Vancouver, you can enjoy retail therapy at Vancouver Mall. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the biking trails.

Vancouver Mall

Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Vancouver, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Waterfront Park

Washington State University Vancouver

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of Washington State University Vancouver, during your trip to Pleasant Valley. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Washington State University Vancouver

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Vancouver

Vancouver showing heritage architecture

Downtown Vancouver

Travelers come to Downtown Vancouver for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Vancouver Farmers Market and Interstate Bridge while you're in town.

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Salmon Creek

Salmon Creek is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Westside Golf Range, a top place to visit in the area.

Salmon Creek
Nice little park in the middle of Vancouver, WA. The switchbacks up the hill, surrounded by tall trees will make you feel like you're a lot further from town. It was a nice, quiet place to stretch my dogs legs for a bit and eat my lunch from nearby Panera Bread.

Hazel Dell

Hazel Dell is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Vancouver Mall and Ulysses S. Grant House.

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Five Corners

While visiting Five Corners, you might make a stop by sights like Orchards Plaza and Orchard Point.

Five Corners
Those of us who live in a certain neighborhood of the Lincoln district know that for one month every year we won't have to worry about turning on our porch lights. If the street lamps should fail, well, that's not really of any concern. Say the moon itself were to pop out of the sky and go flying into space. No big deal. Because for a glorious 30 days every winter, we're able to bask in the glow of a house lit bright enough to make artificial sunshine. A sight so startling, it causes commuters to back up traffic as they sit in their cars and gape. It wasn't always that way. A few years back, the charming old couple who lives in the place started to put out a few lights to decorate their home. The next year they added a few more, and the year after that -- again -- some more. At some point, however, they seem to have developed a kind of high tolerance for luminescence. And when that happened, the floodgates were open. What you see in these photos is the early December version of what, by Christmas day, will be a kind of multi-colored solar flare emanating from the front yard of their home. It can really be a beautiful thing to behold, as anyone who sees it for the first time can tell you. And those of us who live here have accepted with pride this red and gold meteor which appears in our midst during every gloomy Northwest December. Can you blame us? We may be the only block on earth entirely visible from space. #localgem

Central Park

When in Central Park, you can plan a visit to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and Ulysses S. Grant House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Minnehaha

When in Minnehaha, you can plan a visit to Vancouver Mall and Vancouver Tennis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Minnehaha

Popular day trips from Vancouver

Steel Bridge which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Portland

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Battle Ground

Camas

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Frequently asked questions

Is Vancouver worth visiting?
Vancouver offers an interesting mix of attractions, local charm and culture. Whether you're into history, nature or local culinary flavors, there are many things here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Vancouver?
Once you've visited key attractions like Oregon Zoo and Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, spend the rest of your day exploring the retail and food options in Vancouver.
What is the top tourist attraction in Vancouver?
The top tourist attraction in Vancouver is Oregon Zoo, so don't forget to add it to your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Vancouver?
You can easily tour top attractions like Surprise Beach, Lindbergh's Beach and Broughton Beach with a three-day getaway in Vancouver. On average, most travelers plan two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stick around longer and check out Portland.
Is Vancouver a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you'd like to see and do in Vancouver. Several sights, like Surprise Beach and Jack Murdock Aviation Center, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Vancouver's neighborhoods, East Columbia is 5 kilometers away from downtown, while Bridgeton is 3 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Vancouver with kids?
Whether you're traveling with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities sets the tone for a great escape. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Vancouver with kids.

What to do in Vancouver for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Vancouver, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Rogue Distillery and Public House or Abbey Creek Winery.
Are there free things to do in Vancouver?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in Vancouver is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on cool neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Surprise Beach is one place that doesn't charge an entrance fee.