Best Day Trips from Vancouver Without a Car (15 Ideas)
Some of the best day trips from Vancouver without a car are Bowen Island, Whistler and Deep Cove. Find out how to get there by ferry, bus or shuttle.

Some of the best day trips from Vancouver without a car are Bowen Island, Whistler and Deep Cove. Find out how to get there by ferry, bus or shuttle.

Driving from Vancouver to Whistler? Plan your Sea to Sky Highway stops by time (half day, full day or more) with distances, tips and car-free options.

If visiting Vancouver in October, some of the best things to do include fall colors, harvest festivals, Halloween events and film premiers.

The Floe Lake hike is a 10.7 km trail in Kootenay National Park, leading to an alpine lake beneath the Rockwall, one of the best day hikes in BC.

Thinking about visiting Vancouver in September? As a local, I break down what the weather is really like, the best things to do and what to pack.

The Rockwall is a 54 km backpacking trail in the Canadian Rockies. Most people hike it over 3 to 5 days, but we finished it in 3 days.

The best backpacking trips in BC and Canadian Rockies: Garibaldi, Juan de Fuca, Berg Lake, Lake O’Hara & more. Trip details, permits & hiking tips inside.

Complete Berg Lake Trail guide: 3-night itinerary, permit tips, best time to go, packing list and where to stay before or after the hike. Updated for 2026.

Plan your overnight kayak trip from Deep Cove to Granite Falls. Campsites, tides, parking, gear and what to expect on this amazing 18 km Indian Arm paddle.

Planning a South Okanagan road trip? This guide covers the drive from Vancouver to Osoyoos & Oliver, including wineries, main stops and a loop itinerary.