Explore the art exhibitions at The Vancouver Art Gallery. Located just a short walk from Hotel Belmont Vancouver MGallery, The Vancouver Art Gallery collection contains outstanding examples of a century’s worth of art produced in British Columbia, from 19th-century mountain and coastal landscapes to recent works of photoconceptualism by renowned Vancouver artists.

Stroll through the heart of Yaletown, Vancouver’s eclectic neighborhood located just a five-minute walk from Hotel Belmont Vancouver MGallery. Once the Western terminus for the Canadian Pacific Railway, the Yaletown of today primarily dates to 1986 when Vancouver hosted the World’s Fair. This chic area is home to acclaimed restaurants and eclectic shops set along heritage brick walkways. Considered one of the most beautiful parts of Vancouver, Yaletown is the perfect escape from the busy city center.

Spend a day exploring nearby Granville Island, located across False Creek from Yaletown. Explore the English Bay on a rental boat, ride the False Creek Ferry, or take a tour on the Aquabus. Home to the Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Granville Island is Vancouver’s epicenter for artistic innovation. Numerous art exhibits and studios for everything from glassblowing to creative paper crafting can be found there.