British Columbia Art + Island & reefs pictures

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Once a settlement for Russian immigrants, this mountain town at the confluence of two rivers features hiking trails, bike paths and gorgeous river valley views.

Stop in at this stylish gallery to see the work of talented local and national artists. Outdoors in the butterfly garden you can see sculptures alongside the work of nature. 

Discover a huge and fascinating array of exotic marine creatures at the largest aquarium in Canada.

Once a settlement for Russian immigrants, this mountain town at the confluence of two rivers features hiking trails, bike paths and gorgeous river valley views.

You’ll find native wildlife, exotic plants, calm waters for swimming and a regular program of events at this city-center park.

Stop in at this stylish gallery to see the work of talented local and national artists. Outdoors in the butterfly garden you can see sculptures alongside the work of nature. 

Stop in at this stylish gallery to see the work of talented local and national artists. Outdoors in the butterfly garden you can see sculptures alongside the work of nature. 

These tranquil Japanese gardens, complete with koi ponds and a tea house, provide the ideal place to escape the bustle of the city. 

Thrilling outdoor adventures, farmers markets, sun, sea, sand and a wealth of history and culture – this laid-back city ticks all the boxes.

Amble along the waterfront at Vancouver Harbour and visit theaters, shopping avenues and museums in the heart of one of Canada’s largest cities.

Surrounded by water, British Columbia’s capital is famous for its marine life and harbor, but there are also excellent museums and heritage buildings to explore.

From soaring mountains to the Pacific Ocean, this stretch of coastline contains the rugged beauty of the West Coast’s islands and British Columbia’s biggest city.

Visit this gallery to find work by well-known Canadian artists and a large collection of Asian art, and to see street exhibitions by emerging local artists.

Venture into a coastal rainforest, stroll along waterside trails and study native and foreign plants at these beautiful botanical gardens. 

Join a guided tour of Vancouver’s major art institution to see modernist landscapes and photo exhibits. Learn about the region’s important art movements along the way.

Stop in at this stylish gallery to see the work of talented local and national artists. Outdoors in the butterfly garden you can see sculptures alongside the work of nature. 

Visit this gallery to find work by well-known Canadian artists and a large collection of Asian art, and to see street exhibitions by emerging local artists.

The birthplace of Vancouver is full of old-world charm with cobbled streets, Victorian buildings, and a unique steam-powered clock. 

See bears, birds, whales and giant salmon in and around the forests, rainforests, seashores, lakes and rivers of this diverse natural setting on the Pacific Ocean.

Venture into a coastal rainforest, stroll along waterside trails and study native and foreign plants at these beautiful botanical gardens. 

Visit this gallery to find work by well-known Canadian artists and a large collection of Asian art, and to see street exhibitions by emerging local artists.

Visit this valley to find British Columbia’s largest wine country and a breathtaking surrounding landscape of glaciers, massive peaks and five extinct volcanoes.

Visit this gallery to find work by well-known Canadian artists and a large collection of Asian art, and to see street exhibitions by emerging local artists.

Home to Vancouver’s gay village, this neighborhood is one of the city’s most densely populated and liveliest, with popular cafés, shops and nightclubs.