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Vancouver AquariumvsMuseum of Vancouver
Both are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Vancouver Aquarium scores significantly better than Museum of Vancouver. Vancouver Aquarium comes in at 93 with approval from 8 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Concierge.
Vancouver Aquarium
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845 Avison Way, Stanley Park, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3X8, Canada
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Concierge "Visitors with kids should plan to spend at least half a day at the aquarium—it's chock-full of activities and interactive exhibits designed just for children."
Lonely Planet "Stanley Park's biggest draw, the aquarium is home to 9000 water-loving critters – including sharks, wolf eels, beluga whales and a somewhat shy octopus." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Pacific Northwest’s cool waters are teeming with colorful, fascinating sea-life—and the recently expanded Vancouver Aquarium brings these abundant creatures into easy view." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Outposts of the Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park, these two displays are situated inside Vancouver International Airport. The first, located before security at the domestic terminal on..." Full review
Time Out "There's also a tropical zone and a new interactive area that brings out the marine biologist in young and old alike." Full review
Afar Magazine "Opened since 1956, the Vancouver Aquarium has seen more than 35 million visitors and most have left with a deeper appreciation of Canada's unique aquatic life." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Particularly famous for its fantastic range of sea mammals." Full review
National Geographic "Canada’s largest aquarium and a world leader in conservation efforts; more than 70,000 animals; trainer-led shows include beluga whales, dolphins...hands-on tidal pool; concession stands." Full review
Fodor's "Massive floor-to-ceiling windows let you come face-to-face with beluga whales, sea otters, sea lions, dolphins, and harbor seals at this award-winning research and educational facility." Full review
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Be sure to check out the "4-D" film experience; it's a multisensory show that puts mist, smell, and wind into the 3-D equation.
Condé Nast Traveler "Vancouver is surrounded by water, but the best way to peek at local marine life is at this legendary aquarium." Full review
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Also make sure to stroll through the various galleries, which feature everything from native species to jellyfish to reptiles from the Amazon.
Museum of Vancouver Fodor's
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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." Full review
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." Full review
Lonely Planet "The recently rebranded MOV has upped its game with cool temporary exhibitions and regular late-opening parties for adults." Full review
Time Out "The largely 20th-century collection of bric-a-brac is complimented by personal recollections, photographs and films." Full review
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." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The entrance to this art and history museum is dominated by a huge stainless-steel crab designed by sculptor George Norris to symbolise the creature which, according to First Nations lore, guards the harbour of Vancouver" Full review
Frommer's "With exhibits that include a mesmerizing movie shot from the front of the city’s first streetcar...the 1950s Gallery is great fun, with its nod to Vancouver’s neon past" Full review
