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Museum of Vancouver, Granville Island
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Museum of Vancouver

  • 4.32.1k reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 5 pm

A museum in Vanier Park exploring Vancouver's history, Indigenous cultures and changing urban life.

Quick answers

Museum of Vancouver in short

When is Museum of Vancouver open?

Mon–Wed 10 AM–5 PM; Thu–Sat 10 AM–8 PM; Sun 10 AM–5 PM. Hours checked on 1 November 2026.

When is the best time to visit Museum of Vancouver?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Museum of Vancouver indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

Is Museum of Vancouver good for kids?

Yes, it welcomes children.

How much does Museum of Vancouver cost?

Tickets C$24 adult.

Do you need to book Museum of Vancouver?

No, you can walk in.

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How long do you need at Museum of Vancouver?

About 2 hours.

Where is Museum of Vancouver?

1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver, BC V6J 3J9.

Is Museum of Vancouver wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible restroom.

Status, rating and hours checked on 1 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from

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Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Open till 5 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

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Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Before you go

Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 5 pm
monday
10 AM–5 PM
tuesday
10 AM–5 PM
wednesday
10 AM–5 PM
thursday
10 AM–8 PM
friday
10 AM–8 PM
saturday
10 AM–8 PM
sundayToday
10 AM–5 PM

Usually quiet at this hour

Hours checked 1 Nov

Where and how

  1. 1 Museum of Vancouver
  2. 2 Vancouver Maritime Museum · 4 min
  3. 3 Hadden Beach · 6 min
  4. 4 Siegel's Bagels · 7 min
  5. 5 Triple O's · 7 min
1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver, BC V6J 3J9(opens the map)DirectionsTo Granville IslandCall+1604-736-4431Websitemuseumofvancouver.ca

Good to know

  • Tickets C$24 adult
  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Walk-ins welcome
  • Allow about 2 h
  • Step-free entrance
  • Accessible washroom
  • Usually no wait
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.3from 2.1k reviews

Known for

  • Vancouver history
  • Indigenous history
  • Neon exhibits
  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Weekend outings
  • Art installations
  • Historic landmarks

The feel

  • Historic
  • Spacious
  • Lively
  • Family friendly
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly

What people say

People like:
Chronological city history exhibits and special events.
Definitely worth a visit. I particularly enjoyed the historic exhibits - they are laid out in a chronological way detailing the history of the city from the indigenous cultures present before colonization, to the foundation of the city,…
Google reviewer
I was there as a volunteer for miniature show, wondering about such an interesting events. I would love to rent a stall there too.
Google reviewer

Around Granville Island

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.