Downtown is a pleasant place to visit and stay for just because of
its' convenient connection to almost every place through easy
transportation. When you are staying in Downtown, then you are also
literally located to get on the highway and head out of town for a
day trip.
Accommodation:
The options for accommodation in Vancouver are abundant, especially the hostels. in particular, proving impressive. The SameSun Backpacker Lodge, for example, is a hostel that is safe, clean, and wonderfully cheap. Apart from these reasons, it is also a popular hunt due to its convenient location. Hostelling International Vancouver Central is another Vancouver hostel that is a great bet if you're looking to spend time in friendly surroundings where the backpacking fun is never far away.
Sights to See and Things to Do:
For the backpacker, there can seldom be a dull moment in Vancouver.
The city is home to a myriad of places of interest that will keep the
eager traveler busy during his or her vacation. For the traveler who
wants to check out the important buildings and historical places of
interest in the city, Downtown Vancouver is the place to be. This is
a charming and enigmatic part of town, and happy hours can be spent
exploring its alluring architecture.
Another popular thing to do in Vancouver is to head over to the
central business district (CBD) and catch a glimpse of the famous
Marine Building in Vancouver. Other popular haunts in the city for
budget travelers are the Vancouver Aquarium and the Stanley Park,
both of which are located in Gastown. Shopping is also an integral
aspect of traveling here as Vancouver has much to offer. A good tip
is to head for Granville Island, located in downtown South Granville,
which is the hippest, most happening shopping space in the city.
