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Vancouver Lookout, Financial District
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Vancouver Lookout

  • 4.63.9k reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 5:30 pm

A glass elevator leads to an enclosed observation deck with 360-degree views of Vancouver, the harbour and surrounding mountains.

Quick answers

Vancouver Lookout in short

When is Vancouver Lookout open?

Every day, 10 AM–5:30 PM. Hours checked on 1 November 2026.

When is the best time to visit Vancouver Lookout?

It's at its best afternoons and evenings. Go near sunset for the light. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Vancouver Lookout indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

Is Vancouver Lookout good for kids?

Yes, it welcomes children.

How much does Vancouver Lookout cost?

It costs money ($$).

Do you need to book Vancouver Lookout?

Booking ahead is a good idea.

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How long do you need at Vancouver Lookout?

About 45 minutes.

Where is Vancouver Lookout?

555 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1N9.

Is Vancouver Lookout 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

Right now · 1:00 pm

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 5:30 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

Worth knowing

  • Book ahead

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The next five days

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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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 5:30 pm
monday
10 AM–5:30 PM
tuesday
10 AM–5:30 PM
wednesday
10 AM–5:30 PM
thursday
10 AM–5:30 PM
friday
10 AM–5:30 PM
saturday
10 AM–5:30 PM
sundayToday
10 AM–5:30 PM

Hours checked 1 Nov

Where and how

  1. 1 Vancouver Lookout
  2. 2 Deville Coffee · 1 min
  3. 3 Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar · 1 min
  4. 4 The Poke Guy · 2 min
  5. 5 Momo Sushi · 2 min
555 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1N9(opens the map)DirectionsTo Financial DistrictCall+1604-689-0421Websitevancouverlookout.com

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Book ahead
  • Allow about 45 min
  • Step-free entrance
  • Accessible washroom
  • Usually no wait
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for couples

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.6from 3.9k reviews

Known for

  • Glass elevator
  • 360-degree views
  • Audio tour
  • Sightseeing
  • Sunset views
  • Photography
  • Scenic views
  • Historic landmarks

The feel

  • Spacious
  • Lively
  • Historic
  • Tourists
  • Couples
  • Family friendly

What people say

People like:
Panoramic harbour and mountain views, the glass elevator and friendly staff.
Der Aussichtsturm bietet eine tolle Aussicht auf Vancouver und die Umgebung. Der Aufzug hat eine Glasfront, das macht die Auf- und Abfahrt spannend. Der Turm ist sauber und das Personal ausgesprochen freundlich. Leider ist Ausstattung und…
Google reviewer
The Vancouver Lookout, with its glass elevator, offers absolutely amazing views over the harbour, the city, and the surrounding mountains. Riding up is a thrill in itself, and once at the top, the 360-degree panorama really puts…
Google reviewer

Around Financial District

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.