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Vancouver is known for some great outdoor activities like sailing and biking. But the gorgeous city actually is a terrific place at nighttime too. Vancouver is home to a lot of diverse restaurants and interesting cultural attractions. And you can’t miss it during the holiday season when it has some special events that are great for the entire family.
You have to start off your night in Vancouver at one of their many craft breweries. Yaletown Brewing Co. happens to be the very first microbrewery in the city and is named after the neighborhood it is located in, which is known for its bustling nightlife. The beer is tasty and the atmosphere is fun. Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House is located just north of Yaletown and is another great spot, especially for happy hour. They offer dollar oysters and guests can enjoy their food and drinks on the restaurants awesome patio.
The next stop must be Stanley Park. During the month of October, you can catch a ride on the Ghost Train. The train takes guests though the park complete with Frankenstein, Dracula and other monsters. During the holiday season, the park transforms into Bright Nights in Stanley Park. The night train takes passengers through the dazzling, lighted park. There are plenty of holiday-themed displays to view and even live performers.
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On select Thursday nights, adults can attend After Hours at the Vancouver Aquarium from 6pm to 10pm. During this event, guests can carry around a glass of wine or beer and mingle with other guests among the aquarium. They even have special themed nights for Halloween and the holidays.
The Gastown district is known as the city’s original downtown. The area is full of Vancouver’s history and offers walking tours. During October, there is a 90-minute tour called Lost Souls of Gastown. The tour is led by a tour guide with a 19th century accent and costume and takes guests on a ghostly adventure. Guests will learn about Gassy Jack Deighton, who founded Gastown and about how Gastown was known for its many brothels and also the loss of many lives from smallpox.
There is so much to do in Vancouver during the day, but there are also a lot of activities that happen after the sun goes down. From happy hour to train rides, there is something fun for everyone in Vancouver in the evening.
