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Aquabus Ferries

1617 Foreshore Walk, Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3X3, Canada
604-689-5858
Ranked #19 of 168 attractions in Vancouver
4.5 of 5 stars 114 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
Description: Local commuter ferries.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Fremont, CA
Top Contributor
130 reviews 130 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Great way to get to the north shore, and also mingle with the locals as this is how they commute. More

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Scarborough
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

They look like bath tubs, cute but expensive - $4.5 dollars each way , they go back and forth over False creek - but if you don't want a long walk it is the only way to reach Granvile Island. More

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Sydney, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

It's a little like traveling in a bathtub on water but this is what makes these little boats unique. There fun, quick and easy to get over to Granville Island. My only grudge is price is a little expensive (one way ticket ~$3.50 for ~ 2mins to get over to Granville Island as opposed to BC Transit ticket $2.50 travel... More

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Calgary, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

If you need to get across the creek to Stanley Park from Granville Island and you plan on walking or biking...this is a great way to help get you there. Friendly staff too. More

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Poulton-le-Fylde
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

There are 2 companies operating aqua bus services. We bought a round trip ticket but didn't realise that there are 2 companies. We got on the wrong aquabus on the way back and had to purchase another ticket. Its quite a pricey way to travel but much more pleasant than bus or taxi! Just make sure you get on the... More

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Calgary, Canada
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

What a great way to get a perspective of Vancouver from the water...not too expensive and with very friendly operators. Perfect way to access Granville Island from English Bay More

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Havant, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Fine, frequent if a bit expensive!( 10 dollars return form Downtown to Granville) More

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Cape Cod
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Cute little boats that run you around the waterfront areas of False Creek. They can add up to a pretty big expense if you have a family with you. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Personable and quick, frequent and friendly - what more do you want? More

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Birch Bay
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW

Easy to catch and frequent. Good way to get to Granville Island from Yaletown. More

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