
Things to Do in Vancouver in Winter
Discover the best things to do in Vancouver in winter — from Stanley Park and Gastown to snowy mountains and Granville Island, explored through Destplore adventures.


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Discover the best things to do in Vancouver in winter — from Stanley Park and Gastown to snowy mountains and Granville Island, explored through Destplore adventures.

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Vancouver loves puzzles. Whether you’re a first-timer or a lock-picking veteran, the city delivers everything from theatrical indoor rooms to outdoor scavenger hunts that transform real streets into living game boards. Below are five standouts—three outdoor escape room experiences you can play with Destplore, plus two evergreen indoor picks—so you can choose your perfect challenge.