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Evening

Stanley Park Sunset and Evening Wind-down

Catch the last light of day at the water’s edge, then head out for a warm meal.

Best time: sunsetAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:57

    Stanley's Bar and Grill

    Grab a bite at Stanley's Bar and Grill. The kitchen closes at 19:00, so arrive early to eat before the sun dips below the horizon. Note that these hours apply in July and August; check if they are open in January.

  2. 17:27

    Prospect Point

    Walk to Prospect Point. This spot at the north tip of the park faces west, giving you a clear view of the sun setting over the water and the Lions Gate Bridge.

  3. 18:12

    Stanley Park Brewing Restaurant and Brewpub

    Head to Stanley Park Brewing Restaurant and Brewpub for a drink or dinner as darkness falls. It is a short walk from the viewpoint and offers a cozy place to stay after the cold evening air.

Local tip

The park gates close at 22:00. Plan your departure so you are not caught inside after dark if you wish to leave on foot.

Check before you go

  • Stanley's Bar and Grill is listed with July-August hours only. Verify if it is open in January.
  • Stanley Park is open until 22:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vancouver (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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