VANCOUVER ATTRACTIONS I Lookout Tower

VANCOUVER LOOKOUT TOWER

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Overview

Visiting the Vancouver Lookout to enjoy incredible views of the city.

Take a glass elevator up 168 meters (553 feet) to enjoy a 360° view that includes Stanley Park, historic Gastown, the Northshore mountains and the vibrant downtown core. Vancouver Lookout has been an iconic element of the city’s skyline since 1977.

Experience Vancouver from a whole new angle at the iconic Vancouver Lookout, perched 168 meters above street level. A high-speed glass elevator whisks you to the top in under a minute, where a panoramic observation deck awaits with unbeatable views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains. From this sky-high perch, you’ll spot famous landmarks like Stanley Park, Gastown, and the North Shore Mountains, with helpful information panels and optional multilingual audio guides to enhance the experience.

Located atop the Harbour Centre in downtown Vancouver, the Lookout is open daily and fully accessible, making it an easy and flexible stop on any city itinerary. Most visitors spend 30 to 45 minutes here, though you’re welcome to stay longer and take your time soaking in the scenery. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, the view never gets old.

Highlights

Admire breathtaking 360° panoramic views from 168 metres above downtown Vancouver
Ride a glass elevator to the top in just 40 seconds
Spot landmarks like Stanley Park, Gastown, and the North Shore Mountains from above
Enjoy interactive displays and a self-guided multilingual audio tour
Discover the city’s skyline by day or come back to catch the sunset and city lights
A must-visit iconic attraction located in the heart of Vancouver

FAQs

How long should I plan to spend at the Vancouver Lookout?

Most visitors spend about 30–60 minutes at the observation deck, but you’re welcome to stay longer during operating hours.

Is the Vancouver Lookout suitable for children and seniors?

Yes! The Lookout is fully accessible by elevator, stroller-friendly, and offers engaging views for all ages.

Can I visit the Lookout at sunset or during evening hours?

The Lookout typically closes at 6 PM, so sunsets are only visible in winter months. Check seasonal hours for extended times.

Adult (13+)

CA$18.10

Senior (65+)

CA$16.19

Student

CA$12.38

Child (3-12)

CA$11.43

Prices displayed are for one person, in Canadian Dollars and taxes excluded.

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What to Bring:

Camera or smartphone
Light jacket
Comfortable walking shoes
Water bottle (optional)

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Aodán

20:29 25 Jun 24

I went on the Rockies Classic Summer tour and had a terrific time throughout. From booking the trip with the helpful assistance of Cian to embarking on an action-packed few days of adventure, everything was brilliant. The experience was topped off by the best tour guide, Chris. I would highly recommend this tour

Nancy Held

01:37 25 Jun 24

Great overview of Toronto for those who only have half a day. Shiloh was an excellent tour guide and we appreciated being able to stop and take photos!

Anthony Scott

13:49 23 Jun 24

Our Discover Canada day tour to Victoria where we toured downtown and went to Butchart Gardens was great! It was lead by our tour operator, Shiloh, who was always on time, always in a great mood, was super educated on the history of the area, and was an overall great guy! The tour was a lot of driving and his stories and personality helped pass the time quickly. We would highly recommend this smaller tour over some of the larger ones in the area. Happy touring!

Floriane Prieux

13:21 22 Jun 24

I did 2 day tours with them and I highly recommend this company!! They were very helpful and nice at the agency when I booked my tours.I went to Vancouver Island with KIM and I loved it! We took the ferries to Victoria and we had time over there to enjoy the city. Kim was super funny and knows this place so well! She made this long day very fun and interesting. She is a super tour guide, very passionate with little fun stories for each place. Plus the Butchard garden was just amazingly beautiful and they also had super delicious ice cream. Thank you very much Kim for all the tips and your good vibes!I also went to Whistler with IAN and it was such a great day too! We first went for the Sea to Sky gondola and to see Shannon Falls. Then we had lots of time to explore Whistler so it was very nice. Ian is super fun and has lots of knowledge about everything! He was very funny and gave us a lot of tips during the day. I can tell he is a very good tour guide as he remembered all the names in our group! Also very passionate about his work.I want to THANK them both for these 2 incredible days because of them and the splendour of Canada of course!!!Merci beaucoup et à bientôt!Floriane, the frenchie

Sara Paglione

06:12 20 Jun 24

The Tofino tour was a wonderful experience discovering wild beaches and bears during the bus trip. Special thanks to our tour guide Janelle who gave us useful tips during the visit 🙂

Robyn Chisler

05:57 06 Jun 24

Had a great day out with Discover Canada to Victoria and Butchard Gardens. Our guide Kim was very informative. Very long day that went really quickly

Rogan Tse

18:53 25 Apr 24

I joined Discover Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola day tour. Burnie is our tour guide and driver. He’s always been very helpful and friendly. He told us some fun fact about Canada and B.C. just like a walking wikipedia.

Hong-An Nguyen

00:27 17 Oct 23

What a amazing tour! Spectacular views for days, the Rockies had me awestruck with its beauty. The tour I went on was 4 days Rockies Summer Classic. It was packed with activity. This did not mean it was rushed, we were given plenty of time to enjoy each stop. The hotels were good quality and comfortable.Our guide, Ben, was awesome. He kept us on track, entertained and clearly loved sharing the Rockies with the group. Yee, our driver, was a great driver and efficient with loading and unloading the bags. Thanks, Ben and Yee!!!

Catherine Slater

13:01 25 Sep 23

Went on Rockies Premium tour commencing 18 September. Thoroughly enjoyed it. We stayed at very good hotels, travelled with a nice crowd of fellow travellers 25 in all and saw some amazing sights. Will and Sabio we're very good as driver/guide. Would recommend this trip if you want to see the Rockies.

Matthew Staninger

15:34 22 Sep 23

The bus tour was full of information and was completely the best way to go when doing a day trip in Victoria. René was an incredible guide who was timely, safe, highly informative, and entertaining. If you only have 1 day toward your trip to use for Victoria, I highly recommend this option!Having the ability to take the bus lane saved a lot of time in traffic, and the guide took the back roads through Vancouver Island, showing much more than the highway.

Joanne Pickering

03:14 22 Sep 23

Completely recommend this tour and this tour company. Very professional. When I was in the wrong pickup location, they called to find me to make sure I didn't miss the bus. Our driver Bernie was outstanding. He provided great commentary throughout the day, and interacted well with the guests. He was a real champ handling the situation when the vehicle battery died just before disembarking from the ferry on the way home. Had about 2 1/2 hrs of free time in Victoria, and about 1 1/2 hrs at The Butchart Gardens. I was afraid there would not be enough time at the gardens, but it turned out to be just the right amount of time to see everything, with time to browse the gift shop afterwards. The ride on BC Ferries was also quite enjoyable, and got to take in a beautiful sunset at the end of a long day!

Darryl Thompson

17:32 15 Jul 23

We had an amazing experience touring Victoria Island with Discover Canada Tours. Victoria city is very clean and beautiful, while The Butchard Gardens are truly spectacular.Ian was our bus driver and he was the perfect tour guide. Knowledgeable, funny, and entertaining the whole day long. This tour is well organized and run like clockwork. I highly recommend this tour company to anyone. They know what they're doing and how to make sure everyone has a good time.

Geoffrey Scoates

23:23 19 May 22

Our run group did a trip up Wine Country and I cannot speak more highly about the team that took us. Graham and Joe were fantastic. The trip ran smoothly and took care of all the details.I would definitely go on a trip with them again in the future

Rosana Elizondo

02:52 12 Apr 22

Amazing experience! My guide was Megan, and she was fun and very kind all the trip! 🙂 I recommend it 100%

S W

16:08 31 Mar 22

This was the first trip I have taken but myself.The itinerary was full and busy with lots of interesting things to see and information from Jordan, the guide.The hotels were all very good, clean and staff friendly and helpful.The meals included were both good.I would highly recommend the tour for a fun filled short getaway.

Marvin Bonani

18:43 21 Jun 21

It was a very funny camping adventure. Everyone was kind and in a good mood. We had a great time.

VANCOUVER LOOKOUT TOWER