a Lamborghini and a Ferrari. self-drive
tours include destinations such as
Whistler and Porteau cove (to oct).
open daily. no rentals. 2-5775 marine
dr., West vancouver. 604-926-5777.
www.scenicrush.com X Map 4: B1
STaNLey ParK HOrSe-DraWN
TOUrS see the park the old-fashioned
way. Fully narrated one-hour tours
depart every 20-30 minutes, rain or
shine (to nov 11). $45, s/s $42, 3-12
$20. tours start from the kiosk beside
the info booth on Park dr., just off the
Georgia st. entrance to stanley Park.
604-681-5115. www.stanleypark.com
Partial X Map 5: C6
TaKaya TOUrS eco-tourism
company features canoe and kayak
tours through indian arm (to oct)
as well as a two-hour rainforest walk
(year-round). Focus is on authentic
First nations culture, with emphasis on
traditions and history. 604-904-7410.
www.takayatours.com
VaNCOUVer PHOTOWaLKS Profes-
sional photographers give educational
and fun two-hour courses on a variety
of photography skills. choose between
day, night, indoor, outdoor and special
event photo-walks via the online cal-
endar. Great for beginner and interme-
diate levels. multilingual and custom
options available (year-round). 221
union st. 604-318-1277. www.vanc
ouverphotowalks.ca X Map 1: d8
WeSTCOaST SIGHTSeeING tours of
vancouver, north vancouver, victoria
and Whistler in comfy buses with
big windows for panoramic views;
complimentary pick-up at some
hotels. or take a hop-on hop-off
tour aboard an open-top bus or san
Francisco–style trolley to 29 downtown
destinations; live commentary on all
tours, plus recorded commentary
in seven languages on open-top
buses (year-round). 604-451-1600.
www.westcoastsightseeing.com
Water Attractions
KITSILaNO POOL this heated salt-
water outdoor pool is a great family
destination. the shallow pool, lanes
and deep end accommodate every
type of pool-goer (to mid-Sep). open
daily. $5.65, senior/13-18 $4, 3-12
$2.80. 2305 cornwall ave. 604-731-
0011. X Map 1: e1
WaTerMaNIa the extensive facility
includes a wave pool, a rope swing,
A jewel of delicate architecture—
serenity, history, and great chi
578 CARRALL ST. 604-662-3207 | Open Everyday 10am-6pm
Every Friday: Complimentary Chinese tea service, visit
www.vancouverchinesegarden.com for details.
Where every street
is the scenic route.
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