Vancouver Lookout
Vancouver Lookout is a 360° observation deck that sits on top of Harbour Centre near the downtown waterfront
The Vancouver Lookout observation deck at the top of Harbour Centre, gives visitors a spectacular 360° panoramic view. This observation platform stands 430 feet above the beautiful city .
The great views begin with the ride up the elevator which travels up the outside of the building. It's pretty neat watching the view change as the city seams to drop away beneath your feet.
Another nice thing is you can come and go multiple times during the day on one admission. This means you can enjoy the view during the day and then return later to see it again at sunset or after nighfall.
The view is especially good toward Stanley Park and the North Shore Mountains as well as east toward Burnaby. The views to the south are slightly screened by other tall buildings, but you'll still enjoy superb views.
The Lookout is located just beneath the Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant on top of the 28 story Harbour Centre office tower. Access is via a quick ride up the outside wall via a windowed elevator. While this attraction does charge admission, it is a good option for getting a great view of the city, especially if you don't have time to leave the downtown area. The large windows are inclined outwards allowing you to look almost straight down and reducing reflections off the glass.
Other spots in Vancouver providing great views from a high vantage point include Burnaby Mountain and Queen Elizabeth Park. These are both free, however, they are outside the downtown area.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes.Vancouver Lookout Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: 555 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 4N6, Canada
Phone: (604) 689-0421
Official Website: Vancouver Lookout
Vancouver Lookout Reviews
Rated out of 5
Vancouver Lookout is an absolute treat, yaar! I went up there a few days ago, and the 360-degree view of the city just blew my mind.Downtown, mountains, te samundar, all in one go! It’s like standing on top of the world, feeling so free and alive. The ride up in the glass elevator was quick and fun, te thodi si excitement vi si, like a little adventure before the real magic.
The best part? The amazing brunch at the Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant! Oye, the food was so tasty,perfectly cooked eggs, fresh fruits, te pancakes that melt in your mouth. I even grabbed a strong coffee to sip while watching the city slowly spin around me.ek ghanta ch full circle, so relaxing! The staff were super friendly, making it feel like ghar vala vibe, and the view with every bite was just unbeatable.
For anyone who loves a good view te delicious khana, this place is a must-visit. It’s not just a lookout, it’s a whole experience that leaves you smiling te dil khush. Can’t wait to bring my family next time Vancouver Lookout ne dil jeet liya!”
Ricky Grewal - a month ago
I have finally been to the Vancouver lookout! It is such an amazing place. The views are just incredible! I went there in the evening and I had the perfect opportunity to enjoy the sunset from the lookout. They have a free audio guide you can follow. It is a 15-minute audio guide that helps you as you navigate through the place. They also have a lot of boards with information about what you’re looking at from the lookout! Besides the sunset views, the one thing that stood out were the views of the mountains. The grouse mountain, Seymour mountain and cypress mountain - they look incredible!!! Having done the grouse grind previously, it felt so good to look at the mountain from the lookout.
Vyshnavi Vennelakanti - a month ago
The Vancouver Lookout is a good spot to check out if you're visiting the city for the first time and want to get a 360° view of Vancouver. After taking a glass elevator up to a height of almost 170 meters, you can enjoy the view of the city, the mountains and the harbor at your own pace. QR codes attached to the windows allow you to listen to a free audio guide on your smartphone (many languages available!). This way you can learn something about Vancouver while enjoying the view. The prices are acceptable for this attraction (21 CAD/adult as of summer 2024). Only the access through the food court is a bit strange.
Florian M. - a month ago
I’m told I was at this lookout at age 4 in 1997. Too young to remember. All my life I’ve looked up at this building every time I come downtown, hoping to go up one day.. Now age 31, I took my girlfriend for Valentine’s day. Amazing place to take in breathtaking views and chat with your partner. 10/10
Xeric - 2 months ago
Wonderful attraction with amazing 360° views over Vancouver! Friendly and helpful staff. Value for money. We didn’t need to pre buy tickets before arriving but if visiting during busy season , that might be useful to save time.
Luise Hayes - a month ago
Directions
| SkyTrain Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Expo or Canada Line | Waterfront Station | 2 Minutes |
How to get to Vancouver Lookout by SkyTrain
No bus needed. From the Canada Line at Waterfront Station go to your north across Hastings and then 1 block to your right
From the Expo Line at Waterfront Station exit onto Cordova Street and Cross the road and walk up Seymour Street one block to Hastings. Harbour Center is on the corner to your left.
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