Vancouver
Lookout at Harbour Centre Tower
555 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, B.C. V6B 4N6
Phone: 604-689-0421 Fax: 604-689-5447
e-mail: info@vancouverlookout.com
http://www.vancouverlookout.com
Location:
The Vancouver Lookout is located at 555 West Hastings Street which
is between Seymour Street (one way north) and Richards Street
(one way south).
By Foot: We are located in the heart of the city - just a short
walk from all major hotels and just blocks from the Vancouver
Convention & Exhibition Centre/ Cruise Ship Terminal and Historic
Gastown.
Transit: Located directly across the street from the Waterfront
Station for our Skytrain (light rail system) and Seabus (passenger
ferry). City bus stops located at the front and rear of the building.
Parking: Plenty of metered parking on nearby streets.
Parking Lots are located at: 450 Cordova Street or 200 Granville
Street.
General Information:
This
spectacular observation deck officially opened on August 13, 1977
with Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, cutting the ribbon
to this amazing eye in the sky. This distinguished astronaut's
appearance is commemorated with his footprint in concrete. See
if you can find it on the on Observation Deck. (Hint: It is located
near the smell of brewing coffee)
Up on almost the 50th storey, Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Centre
is a popular gem in the heart of beautiful Vancouver, offering
an unobstructed 360° view of this growing and ever changing
city skyline, along with the breath-taking mountains and harbour.
At a height of 177 metres (581 feet), Harbour Centre Tower is
Vancouver and British Columbia's tallest building. In fact, it
is almost the same height as its famous southern cousin, the Seattle
Space Needle, which is 605 feet tall.
Age Group:
Mostly
older children, but I think almost all kids would like to see
a “bird’s eye view” from way up top, also the
glass elevator would be a fun experience!
Hours
of Operation:
Viewing
hours from Winter: Daily 9am - 9pm, Summer Daily 8.30am - 10.30pm
Last elevator ride to the Observation Deck is 20 minutes prior
to our closing time.
It is open 365 days a year, rain or shine.
Cost:
(Currently)
Adult $13.00
Senior (60+) $11.00
Student with valid ID $9.00
Youth (13-18) $9.00
Child (6-12) $6.00
Child (5 and under) FREE
Admission rates include all taxes
Prices subject to change without notice
Admission
ticket(s) are valid throughout the day and evening. Visit us by
day and by night. Enjoy the view from our lounge with a hot or
cold beverage.
What
is there to Do and See?
The Vancouver Lookout is your best first stop to get familiar
with the city so you are ready to hit the streets. With a spectacular
360° view of the city, Canada's largest port and the majestic
mountains our friendly and knowledgeable staff can also point
out the other must-see and do attractions and activities while
you are on the deck.
Also it features a large screen video theatre, with beverage and
light snacks served at the Cappuccino bar. Friendly, helpful multilingual
guides are on hand to point out highlights, including trivia and
little known facts about Greater Vancouver. Guided tours are conducted
hourly on the Observation Deck and generally last 25 - 40 minutes.
Tips:
1. Closed February/march 2007, but that means new renovations,
go check it out when they re-open!
2. Light snacks, beverages and coffee available, bring more food
if you would like!
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