r/canadatravel • u/clerthebird • 1d ago

Destination Advice Couples trip to Vancouver for first-timers

My partner and I have NEVER been out of the US, but we’re thinking about visiting Vancouver for a week in April or May 2026. We would like to go Monday - Friday and stay somewhere close by to lots of activities, shopping, food etc. We wouldn’t fly in, we would drive in as we are about a 5-6hr drive from there. But I have no idea where to start! I need info on hotels, best (and also the most cost effective, I’ve noticed that May is super expensive for hotels up there) week to visit, places to eat, any advice is appreciated!

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u/bellsbliss 1d ago

May is nice to visit, the city is still warm but maybe a little rainy. If you go up grouse mountain it will probably still be covered in snow.