Capilano Suspension Bridge ParkvsScience World
Both are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park scores slightly higher than Science World. Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is ranked #4 in Vancouver with accolades from 6 publications such as Fodor's, Concierge and Time Out.
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
Science World Fodor's
Lonely Planet Time Out Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 3Z7, Canada
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Fodor's "This hands-on science center encourages children to participate in interactive exhibits and demonstrations about the natural world, the human body, and other science topics." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The recently revamped science-and-nature showcase has added tons of new exhibition space and a cool outdoor park crammed with hands-on fun." Full review
Time Out "One of the best destinations on a rainy day for kids of all ages and easily accessible by SkyTrain from Downtown." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"An astounding selection of interactive exhibits make it an ideal way to get better acquainted with science." Full review
Afar Magazine "Science World is pretty exciting before you even get inside, thanks to being housed in a super-cool shiny geodesic dome –which changes colours at night and reflects across the water." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The exhibits within this giant, metallic orb contain enough cutting-edge information and technology to keep pint-size budding scientists engaged." Full review
Frommer's "A must visit if you have kids... it certainly is educational, it’s also way more fun than that." Full review
