Vancouver Maritime Museum

Overview

The Vancouver Maritime Museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the maritime history of Vancouver and its surrounding waters. It houses a variety of exhibits, including historical ships, model boats, and interactive displays.

It is a key institution for understanding the maritime heritage of Vancouver and the Pacific Northwest.

Maritime History Educational

Location

Address

1905 Ogden Ave., Vancouver, British Columbia

Neighborhood: Killarney

Coordinates

49.271900, -123.132900

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

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 - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$15

Children

$8

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April to October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Spring exhibits
• Garden displays

summer

warm

• Extended hours
• Outdoor concerts

autumn

cool

• Fall exhibits
• Harvest displays

winter

cold

• Holiday lights
• Indoor exhibits

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

CAD

Typical Costs

entry $15

parking $8

food $12

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Vancouver Maritime Museum App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Vancouver International Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 25 minutes

taxi

$40 25 min

public_transport

$5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.50 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important maritime heritage

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

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ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, garden

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Museum

Trout Lake

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+1 604-257-8300

info@vanmaritime.com

www.vanmaritime.com

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