Vancouver Maritime Museum
You should definitely visit the Vancouver Maritime Museum and see the incredible St. Roch
Located a short bus ride from downtown Vancouver in Vanier Park, the Vancouver Maritime Museum, or VMM, houses a historic ship called the St. Roch that was used by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to patrol the Arctic. The ship was so significant in Canadian History that it has been designated a National Historic Site.
The maiden voyage of the St. Roch began in Vancouver on June 28th 1928. Built in British Columbia, the St. Roch proved to be a remarkable vessel and holds many records. It was the first ship to navigate through the treacherous and unknown waters of the Northwest Passage in the high Artic from 1940 - 1942. It was the first ship to complete the same journey in just one season in 1944 and the first to sail around the entire continent of North America. Amazing stuff for a ship made entirely of wood. You can see this very ship first hand, but only if you visit the VMM.
There are many more exhibits for you to enjoy at the museum. You'll be amazed by incredibly detailed, intricate models of historic ships. There are outdoor exhibits that include the NASA undersea research vessel Ben Franklin and the boiler of the Beaver — the first steamship in the Pacific Northwest. In addition to the permanent exhibits, temporary exhibits and films make sure the museum always has something new for you to see. If you have any interest at all in ships and and maritime history, be sure to put the VMM on your must-see list.
The VMM is also just a short walk from the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Planetarium and the Museum of Vancouver. You can see all three attractions with a Vanier Park Explore Pass for $36.00 per Adult or $30.00 for Youth and Seniors.
For complete details about the Museum of Vancouver see the official website above.
Facts For Your Visit
Official Website: Vancouver Maritime Museum
Fee: YesClosed Now
Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website, especially where Covid restrictions are in effect.
- Monday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Category: Museums
Address:
Vanier Park
1905 Ogden Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6J 1A3
Canada
Phone: +1 604-257-8300
Reviews
Abi O. Dec-10-2018
This was one of my favorite activities from Vancouver. I'm normally not a huge museum fan but this one is very unique and focuses mostly on the maritime... Read More
Pranjali P. Jun-13-2020
This museum is a great place to know Vancouvers maritime history. Well maintained and clean. They have strict instructions about the paths to take and where... Read More
This museum is a great place to know Vancouvers maritime history. Well maintained and clean. They have strict instructions about the paths to take and where...Deb P. Sep-14-2019
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Directions
| SkyTrain Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Expo Line | Burrard Station | 8 Minutes |
How to get to Vancouver Maritime Museum by SkyTrain
From Burrard SkyTrain Station take the Burrard Street exit and catch either the #2 or #22 Macdonald going south on Burrard Street at the stop directly in front of the station. Take either bus to the Cypress Street Stop on Cornwall Avenue (less that 10 minutes). Walk straight north up Cypress Street to the museum which is located in the A-Frame building just inside the park.
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