Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport- Richmond LOCAL AREA

From Olympic glory to everyday fitness, the Richmond Olympic Oval is a landmark multi-sport venue that continues to serve as a hub for athletic excellence and community activity. The facility features a 200-meter indoor track, fitness center, basketball and volleyball courts, and indoor rowing stations, plus public skating and drop-in sports programs. About 5.0 km away, the Oval is a great destination for active travelers and families wanting to enjoy public skating in Richmond, BC.

Just 3.5 km from the hotel, Golden Village is Richmond's celebrated dining district, known for authentic Asian cuisine. Centered along Alexandra Road, this vibrant neighborhood is packed with Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian restaurants serving everything from dim sum and hot pot to sushi and barbecue. Food lovers travel from across the region to sample the incredible variety of flavors, with specialty grocery stores and bakeries adding to the culinary adventure.

Steveston, founded in the 1880s, is a neighbourhood of Richmond. On the southwest tip of Lulu Island, the village is a historic port and salmon canning centre at the mouth of the South Arm of the Fraser River. The early 1900s style architecture attracts both the film and tourism industries

River Rock Casino Resort is the largest casino in the province of British Columbia. The casino is owned by Great Canadian Entertainment. The casino is served by Bridgeport Station on the Canada Line SkyTrain, located across from the casino.

Located in the charming fishing village of Steveston, BC — the closest takeoff point to the whales! Come for family-friendly whale watching, and stay for a stroll along the pier where you can experience the freshest seafood, cozy cafés, local shops, artisanal breweries, and maritime museums

The Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia campus in Vancouver displays world arts and cultures, in particular works by First Nations of the Pacific Northwest.

VanDusen Botanical Garden is a botanical garden situated in Vancouver, British Columbia, in the Shaughnessy neighborhood. It is located at the northwest corner of 37th Avenue and Oak Street. It is named for local lumberman and philanthropist Whitford Julian VanDusen.

The Capilano Suspension Bridge is a simple suspension bridge crossing the Capilano River in the District of North Vancouver. The current bridge is 140 metres long and 70 metres above the river.

Robson Street is a major southeast-northwest thoroughfare in downtown and West End of Vancouver. Its core commercial blocks from Burrard Street to Jervis were also known as Robsonstrasse.

Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in the Fairview neighbourhood of Vancouver, across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver, under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge.

Chinatown is known for its buzzing food scene, which includes traditional Asian bakeries, dim sum restaurants and hip cocktail bars. Jars of ginseng and dried fish line the shelves of old-school apothecaries, while Chinese groceries stocked with live seafood and exotic vegetables share the streets with indie fashion shops. Nearby, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden has tranquil paths and pavilions.

McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport is the first designer outlet to open in the area, bringing you shopping at it's finest with exceptional dining, tailormade events and your favourite designer brands all in one place.

The Vancouver Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Stanley Park in Vancouver. In addition to being a major tourist attraction for Vancouver, the aquarium is a centre for marine research, ocean literacy education, climate activism, conservation and marine animal rehabilitation.

The Richmond Night Market is the largest night market in North America, drawing over a million visitors. Open every weekend from May through October, this vibrant market fills the air with the aroma of sizzling street food, from dumplings and noodles to bubble tea and grilled skewers. You will also find over 200 vendor booths offering fashion, electronics, and unique gifts, plus live entertainment. Located 4.2 km away, it is an unforgettable experience for families in Richmond, BC.

Shop till you drop at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet, a premier open-air shopping destination near Vancouver International Airport. With over 70 stores offering luxury and mainstream brands at outlet prices, you will find everything from designer fashion and footwear to home goods and accessories in a village-style setting with covered walkways. The outlet is just a 10-minute drive from the hotel, making it an easy trip for guests who want to score great deals in Richmond, BC.

Fresh seafood scents the boardwalks of Steveston Village, a charming historic fishing village on the Fraser River waterfront. Watch fishing boats unload their daily catch, then buy fresh seafood right off the dock. History buffs can explore the Gulf of Georgia Cannery and the Britannia Shipyards, telling the story of the region's rich fishing heritage. About 15 minutes away by car, Steveston offers heritage charm, natural beauty, and culinary adventure.