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Capilano Suspension Bridge ParkvsGrouse Mountain
Both are praised by experts. Overall, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park scores marginally higher than Grouse Mountain. Capilano Suspension Bridge Park ranks #4 in Vancouver with endorsements from 6 reviewers such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Concierge.
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Fodor's
Concierge
Time Out
Michelin Guide
National Geographic
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Independent
Frommer's
3735 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver, British Columbia V7R 4J1, Canada
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Fodor's "Across the bridge is the Treetops Adventure, where you can walk along 650 feet of cable bridges suspended among the trees." Full review
Concierge "This 450-foot-long pedestrian suspension bridge, which gently (terrifyingly?) sways 230 feet above the tree-lined Capilano River Canyon, is the world's longest."
Time Out "Scottish engineer George Mackay extended a rope and plank bridge 137m (450ft) over the Capilano River in 1889 with the help of two men and a team of horses." Full review
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Bear in mind it doesn't take many people to make the bridge sway quite alarmingly.
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"You'll appreciate this deep canyon best from the long (137m/450ft), narrow Capilano Suspension Bridge, 70m/230ft above the Capilano River, revealing a head-spinning view." Full review
National Geographic "Since 1889, adventurers have been crossing this 450-foot-long (137-meter-long), 230-foot-high (70-meter-long) suspension bridge; a thrill for kids." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Travelers who love the thrill of heights and gorgeous rainforest views are handsomely rewarded at the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park." Full review
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If you’re traveling with a baby, make sure to bring a carrier that allows you to have both hands free.
Travel + Leisure "The Capilano Suspension Bridge is a 450-foot-long, 230-foot-high bridge that crosses the Capilano River and has been freaking out acrophobes since 1889"
Vancouver Travel Guide
November 11, 2021
Independent "The most remarkable piece of engineering is the Capilano suspension bridge – a Klondike-era steel ribbon hanging thrillingly above a plunging river canyon"
Frommer's "This heart-stopping experience... boasts a whole lot of extra features that keep the visitors coming back." Full review
Grouse Mountain Fodor's Frommer's Time Out
Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide National Geographic Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
6400 Nancy Green Way, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7R 4K9, Canada
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Fodor's "North America's largest aerial tramway, the Skyride is a great way to take in the city, sea, and mountain vistas." Full review
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The Grouse Grind—a hiking trail... is one of the best workouts on the North Shore.
Frommer's "This is one of Vancouver’s three ski hills (the one in the middle), but it’s also so much more than that... it’s the city’s most visited tourist attraction." Full review
Time Out "Grouse Mountain is easily accessible, a 25-minute drive over the Lions Gate Bridge from the city centre, or a short bus ride from Lonsdale Quay." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Vancouver's favorite winter hangout, family-friendly Grouse offers 26 ski and snowboard runs (including 14 night runs)." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just a 15-minute drive from downtown, Grouse Mountain has attractions that can be enjoyed long after ski season concludes. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"A steep cable car ride carries passengers up to an altitude of 1100m/3,600ft to a ridgeline recreation complex." Full review
National Geographic "Mountain playground accessible by the aerial tramway Skyride in summer or fall; spectacular views of the city; winter skiing and snowboarding; fair weather hiking up the steep 1." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Let’s start big picture. Where are we?Towering high behind downtown Vancouver’s gleaming towers, Grouse Mountain—known as “the Peak of Vancouver”—has been a top destination for locals and..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Grouse Mountain is only 15 minutes from the city center and the gondola rises 4,100 feet to the summit for mesmerizing views. The mountain is also home to disc golf, paragliding, zip lines, and more."
Vancouver Travel Guide
November 11, 2021
