Lions Gate Bridge
Lions Gate Bridge
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This bridge looks beautiful when it's lit up at night, a monument to Vancouver's cosmopolitan romance and sophistication.
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EkMusafir
Pune, India2,219 contributions
Aug 2019
Lions Gate Bridge is the iconic suspension bridge which joins Vancouver main city to North and West Vancouver across the Burrard Inlet to the harbour. It connects from the northern end of Stanley Park to the North Shore municipalities of North Vancouver and West Vancouver. One gets excellent views of the Burrard Inlet, Vancouver harbour and the surrounding mountains from the bridge. The bridge is named after the two lion peaks on the North Shore.
The Lions Gate Bridge compares well with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, although the latter is taller and longer.
We got a very panoramic view of the full length of the bridge from the Prospect Point Lookout. It is a relatively narrow three lane bridge and gets quite congested during rush hour. We walked down to the south end of the bridge and saw the two stone lions guarding the bridge. Although one can enter and walk or cycle on the bridge we did not try it.
The Lions Gate Bridge compares well with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, although the latter is taller and longer.
We got a very panoramic view of the full length of the bridge from the Prospect Point Lookout. It is a relatively narrow three lane bridge and gets quite congested during rush hour. We walked down to the south end of the bridge and saw the two stone lions guarding the bridge. Although one can enter and walk or cycle on the bridge we did not try it.
Written January 8, 2020
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toddlerpants
Droitwich, UK941 contributions
Aug 2019
A heck of a bridge.
We saw this bridge (you can't miss it) from all angles. And whichever way you look at it, it is impressive. It was originally called the First Narrows Bridge as it spans the first narrows of the Burrard Inlet into Vancouver.
The suspension bridge is 1,823 metres (5,981 ft) and is guarded by two lions at the south. The term "Lions Gate" refers to The Lions, a pair of mountain peaks north of Vancouver. Northbound traffic on the bridge heads in their general direction. A pair of cast concrete lions were placed on either side of the south approach to the bridge in January 1939 hence its name.
It opened to traffic on November 14, 1938 and on May 29, 1939, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (the current Queen's Mother) presided over the official opening during a royal visit to Canada.
We saw this bridge (you can't miss it) from all angles. And whichever way you look at it, it is impressive. It was originally called the First Narrows Bridge as it spans the first narrows of the Burrard Inlet into Vancouver.
The suspension bridge is 1,823 metres (5,981 ft) and is guarded by two lions at the south. The term "Lions Gate" refers to The Lions, a pair of mountain peaks north of Vancouver. Northbound traffic on the bridge heads in their general direction. A pair of cast concrete lions were placed on either side of the south approach to the bridge in January 1939 hence its name.
It opened to traffic on November 14, 1938 and on May 29, 1939, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (the current Queen's Mother) presided over the official opening during a royal visit to Canada.
Written July 30, 2020
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia52,877 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Built in the 1930s the Lions Gate Bridge is a rather interesting suspension bridge. The term "Lions Gate" refers to a pair of mountain peaks north of Vancouver, called Lions! We got a nice view of the bridge from across Stanley Park.
Written January 1, 2024
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PBPG
Yorkshire, UK8,490 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Two proud lions guard the entrance to the bridge, flanking its entrance in Stanley Park. They way about 10 tons each and are very impressive. Folklore says there are silver coins under each front foot and bronze under the tail. Worth a look close up to get an impression of the size
Written May 29, 2023
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ひぐま＃１
4,655 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
Lions Gate Bridge connects Stanley Park and North Vancouver. It was completed at about the same time as San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge. The Golden Gate Bridge is red, but this one is green. There are three lanes, and the middle lane changes direction depending on the time of day.
Written December 31, 2023
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sashakeena
Vancouver, Canada11,943 contributions
May 2021
Easy way to travel between North Shore & Vancouver, as long as it's not during "rush hour" traffic (LOL). Sadly the traffic has increased during the years, however driving options have not. Still love travelling this iconic structure.
Written May 23, 2021
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InnaYYZ
Toronto, Canada1,493 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
Nice to walk across to enjoy the views and to drive across. I especially enjoyed viewing it from Stanley Park.
Written May 13, 2019
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ATW2012
Sydney82 contributions
Apr 2012 • Friends
The Lion's Gate Bridge is iconic in Vancouver. Rather than just look at the bridge, you can walk over the bridge and get terrific views of Vancouver. There is easy access from Prospect Point in Stanley Park. Walk down one side and back the other.just be mindful of the cyclists and follow the sgns about which side of the path you should be walking on.
Written April 11, 2012
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Janice L
Richmond, Canada199 contributions
The best view points are from Prospect Point, from the Bridge just before Prospect Point, and from the seawall. Night time it's gorgeous to see lit up, it looks like a pearl necklace is strung from it.
Written January 22, 2012
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Shai & Huvi
Israel355 contributions
Jul 2021
Very cool bridge, especially for pictures. It is an iconic and a defining structure of Vancouver. Check out the Bridge from Prospect Point
Written November 8, 2021
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myadayzee
Chilliwack, Canada
How HIGH is th Lions Gate Bridge, from the water? Referring to CLEARENCE between an 11 story ship, passing underneath the bridge..?
Written October 18, 2017
Lions Gate Bridge , has a ship clearance of 200 feet . This bridge is now on The Designated national History Site Of Canada . Was opened in 1938 , and was officially known as The First Narrows Bridge , it is a suspension bridge .
Written October 19, 2017
Hello, We are staying in downtown Vancouver and wondered how to get to Lion's Gate bridge. We hope to walk across it. The last time we visited your beautiful city, we came close to it by walking through Stanley Park but didn't quite make it to the bridge. We would like to use public transportation, if possible. Thanks.
Written September 7, 2015
Yes you can. You can rent bikes. We were using the Hop On Hop Off bus. It stopped at a view point next to the bridge. We got excellent photos of the bridge & surrounding area.
Written September 7, 2015
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