Situated between the Pacific Ocean and the soaring Coast Mountains, Vancouver is equal parts urban sophistication and outdoor adventure. The city is one of Canada’s most ethnically diverse, reflecting Asian, Latin American and Aboriginal traditions in its rich cultural tapestry. A national historic site, Gastown is a lovely neighborhood of Victorian architecture, local boutiques, art galleries and world-class restaurants, while nearby Granville Island offers an eclectic mix of farmer’s markets, artisanal shops and street performances. Stanley Park is a natural oasis in the heart of downtown, where hiking and biking trails lead along the coast and into the forest past traditional totem poles and horse-drawn carriages. Other outdoor activities include a rigorous hike or a leisurely aerial tram ride up Grouse Mountain for panoramic views. Nearby, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park immerses you in the beauty of the coastal rainforest with a series of walkways and bridges that lead through the treetops, along soaring granite cliffs, and across a gorge more than 200 feet above the Capilano River.