Stanley Park vs Museum of Vancouver
Stanley Park and Museum of Vancouver are both praised by writers. On balance, Stanley Park is preferred by most professionals compared to Museum of Vancouver. Stanley Park is ranked #1 in Vancouver with recommendations from 11 sources such as Time Out, Atlas Obscura and Condé Nast Traveler.
Stanley Park
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West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 2V5, Canada
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Concierge
"Described as a "1,000-acre therapeutic couch" of majestic evergreens, formal gardens, hiking trails, and kids' activities."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This magnificent 404-hectare park combines excellent attractions with a mystical natural aura."
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Travel + Leisure
"Vancouverites have a never-ending love affair with this 1,000-acre spread of temperate rainforest."
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Time Out
"Stanley Park has been called the soul of the city and the envy of the world."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Stanley Park feels like it’s miles away from urban life, thanks to the fact that it’s almost entirely surrounded by water."
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Be sure to check out the nine totem poles at Brockton Point, a symbol of the area’s First Nations history.
Museum of Vancouver
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1100 Chestnut St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6J 3J9, Canada
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Fodor's
"Vancouver's short-but-funky history comes to life at this seaside museum."
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Frommer's
"Located in the same building as the H. R. MacMillan Space Centre, the Museum of Vancouver is dedicated to the city's history."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The recently rebranded MOV has upped its game with cool temporary exhibitions and regular late-opening parties for adults."
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Time Out
"The largely 20th-century collection of bric-a-brac is complimented by personal recollections, photographs and films."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Inside, the city's Native traditions and modern history come to life, in addition to a fine collection of oriental art."
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