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Things to Do in Vancouver with Kids
Vancouver mixes city and nature like nowhere else: a seawall to bike around Stanley Park, a market island with a kids-only mall, a science dome and suspension bridges in the rainforest. This guide is organized by area, with parent tips from our local guides and free picks flagged.
Our Downtown and Gastown Donut Tour is a tasty way to start a family day in the city.
By the Underground Donut Tour team · Updated November 2026
At a glance
- Free favorites: The Stanley Park seawall, Lynn Canyon Park, the Gastown steam clock, Granville Island, Queen Elizabeth Park
- Rainy day picks: Science World, the Vancouver Aquarium, the Granville Island Kids Market
- Sweet treat: Our Vancouver donut tour welcomes kids 2 and up
Kid-friendly things to do in Vancouver, by neighborhood
Downtown, Gastown and Stanley Park
Stanley Park and the Seawall
FreeBeaches, totem poles and a seawall path around the park.
Gastown Steam Clock
FreeA clock that whistles with steam every 15 minutes.
Parent tip: Rent bikes and ride the Stanley Park seawall. It's flat, separated from cars and has amazing views.
False Creek and Granville Island
Granville Island
FreeA public market, buskers and the Kids Market.
Parent tip: The little False Creek ferries are a fun, cheap way to hop between Granville Island and Science World.
The North Shore
Lynn Canyon Park
FreeA free suspension bridge and rainforest trails.
Sweet treats and kid-friendly eats
Underground Donut Tour (kids welcome, ages 2 and up). Our Downtown and Gastown Donut Tour walks the city's oldest neighborhood with stops for local donuts and stories about Vancouver along the way. Guides set the pace around your group, which makes it easy with kids.
Taste Vancouver's best donuts on one walk
Kids 2 and up are welcome. Guides set an easy pace for little legs.
Parent tip: Let us know about allergies or dietary needs when you book, and download our free Kids' Activity Book for the trip.
What families say about our Vancouver tours
"This is such a fun way to tour around downtown Vancouver and taste great yummy donuts! My kids and I had a blast!"
Tammy, Airbnb, November 2024
"Such a fun experience, great for kids and adults."
Kaycie, Airbnb, February 2024
All 5-star guest reviews.
Exploring on your own? Our Best Donut Shops in Vancouver guide lists the city's best donut shops by neighborhood, and Best Holiday Donuts in Vancouver covers the festive specials.
Sample days
Day 1: Downtown
- Morning: donut tour in Gastown.
- See the steam clock.
- Bike the Stanley Park seawall.
- Vancouver Aquarium.
Day 2: False Creek
- Ferry to Granville Island.
- Kids Market and lunch.
- Science World.
- Sunset at English Bay.
Day 3: The North Shore
- Lynn Canyon suspension bridge.
- Picnic lunch.
- Capilano or Grouse Mountain.
- Dinner in North Vancouver.
Vancouver with kids by season
Holidays
- Canyon Lights at Capilano: the rainforest glows with holiday lights.
- Bright Nights in Stanley Park: a holiday train through the lights.
- Vancouver Christmas Market: a festive market downtown.
- For seasonal treats, see Best Holiday Donuts in Vancouver.
The rest of the year
- Spring: cherry blossoms all over the city.
- Summer: beaches, bikes and long evenings.
- Fall: colorful parks and rainy-day museums.
- Winter: snow on the mountains and holiday lights.
Vancouver with kids FAQ
Is the Vancouver donut tour good for kids?
Yes. Kids 2 and up are welcome, and guides set the pace for families.
What are free things to do in Vancouver with kids?
The Stanley Park seawall, Lynn Canyon Park, Granville Island and the Gastown steam clock.
Is there a free suspension bridge in Vancouver?
Yes. Lynn Canyon Park in North Vancouver has a free suspension bridge.
What's a good rainy-day plan?
Science World, the Vancouver Aquarium or the Granville Island Kids Market.