International travel doesn't necessarily mean long, expensive flights, foreign languages and days of jetlag — Canada is so close. If you're looking to explore America's northern neighbor, consider Vancouver.
The bustling west coast seaport, located in British Columbia, is one of Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. The city is surrounded by mountains and boasts thriving art, theatre and music scenes, not to mention a delicious food scene closely tied to the regions bountiful seafood offerings.
Using travel site Skyscanner, we’ve sifted through the cheapest flights between Seattle and Vancouver in the next few months, including some popular hotel options and highly reviewed local attractions.
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Flights
Currently, the cheapest flights between Seattle and Vancouver are if you leave on November 21 and return from Canada on November 24. Alaska Airlines currently has tickets for $175, roundtrip.
There are also deals to be had in December. If you fly out of Seattle on December 8 and return from Vancouver on December 11, Air China can get you there and back for $223 roundtrip.
Hotels
Regarding where to stay, here are some of Vancouver’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do, and customer satisfaction.
The Westin Bayshore (1601 Bayshore Drive)
For an all-around top recommendation, consider The Westin Bayshore. The hotel has a 4.6-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $129.
The Westin Bayshore is a luxury hotel on Vancouver's seawall next to Stanley Park and a five-minute drive or a 20-minute walk to downtown.
OPUS Hotel Vancouver (322 Davie St.)
A second option is OPUS Hotel Vancouver. The 4.7-star hotel has rooms for $201/night.
Restaurants
Vancouver has plenty of topnotch dining options. Here are a two of the most popular, according to Skyscanner.
Cafe Medina (780 Richards St.)
If you're looking for a local favorite, head to Cafe Medina, which has an average of five stars out of 16 reviews on Skyscanner.
The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant (1535 Johnston St.)
Another popular dining destination is The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant, with 4.8 stars from 21 reviews.
"If you are looking for fresh seafood this place is a must," reviewer Carlo wrote. "Come summer or winter. Granville Island is a treat to enjoy the magnificent views as well as great food."
Attractions
To round out your trip, Vancouver offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are some top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.
Stanley Park
First up is Stanley Park.
With more than 8 million visitors each year, Stanley Park is one of Vancouver's top destinations for locals and tourists alike. The beautiful park is home to art events, acclaimed restaurants and world-famous landmarks, like Prospect Point and the Nine O'Clock Gun.
"You can bike, swim or just walk around and explore the bounties that nature has to offer, all under a backdrop of the city," visitor Stephen wrote.
Granville Island Public Market (1689 Johnston St.)
Then, there's Granville Island Public Market.
If Granville Island is the king of Vancouver destinations, then the Public Market is the jewel in the Island’s crown. You'll find an assortment of colorful stalls, showcasing unique homemade products and gastronomic delights.
