Map of Vancouver – Neighbourhoods, Districts & Location Guide

This page provides a map of Vancouver along with a clear overview of its neighbourhoods, districts and geographic layout in British Columbia, Canada. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

Vancouver is one of Canada’s best-known cities and is known for its waterfront setting, mountain backdrop, dense urban core and major areas such as Downtown, Kitsilano, East Vancouver and Richmond nearby.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

This map highlights Vancouver’s layout, including its neighbourhoods, waterfront, bridges and surrounding mountain and inlet geography.

Where Is Vancouver Located?

Vancouver is located in southwestern British Columbia on Canada’s west coast. It sits between the Strait of Georgia, Burrard Inlet and the Fraser River.

• North: Burrard Inlet and the North Shore mountains
• East: Burnaby and eastern Metro Vancouver areas
• South: Richmond and the Fraser River
• West: Pacific-facing waterfront and the University Endowment Lands area

Neighbourhoods and Districts of Vancouver

Vancouver contains many well-known neighbourhoods and districts, each with its own identity, streetscape and local attractions.

• Downtown Vancouver — central business and tourism district
• West End — dense residential area near Stanley Park
• Yaletown — waterfront and mixed-use district
• Gastown — historic central district
• Kitsilano — popular west-side waterfront neighbourhood
• Mount Pleasant — central residential and commercial district
• East Vancouver — large area of diverse neighbourhoods
• Commercial Drive — well-known cultural corridor
• South Granville — central-south commercial area
• Kerrisdale — established west-side residential district

Major Areas in Vancouver

• Downtown core — financial, tourism and waterfront hub
• West Side — residential and coastal neighbourhoods
• East Side — large urban residential and cultural area
• South Vancouver — neighbourhoods toward the Fraser River
• False Creek corridor — waterfront redevelopment area
• Metro Vancouver context — connected to nearby cities such as Burnaby, Richmond and Surrey

Key Geographic Features

• Burrard Inlet — northern waterfront waterway
• Fraser River — major southern water boundary
• Strait of Georgia — coastal water body west of the metro region
• Stanley Park — major urban park
• False Creek — inlet dividing parts of the central city
• North Shore Mountains — prominent mountain backdrop

Vancouver Map Resources

• OpenStreetMap – Vancouver
• Google Maps – Vancouver
• Wikimedia Commons – Maps of Vancouver

Related Maps & Location Guides

• Map of British Columbia
• Map of Canada
• Map of Seattle
• Map of Washington State
• Map of the World

Vancouver Map FAQs

• Where is Vancouver located?
  Vancouver is located in southwestern British Columbia on Canada’s west coast.
• What are the main areas of Vancouver?
  Main areas include Downtown, West End, Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant and East Vancouver.
• Is Vancouver on the ocean?
  Vancouver is on the coast and connected to Pacific waters through Burrard Inlet and the Strait of Georgia.

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Disclaimer: This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Maps are reference views and may not be complete, current, to scale or suitable for navigation, surveying, emergency use or official determinations. Boundaries, place names and districts may vary by source and may change over time. External links are provided for convenience only and do not constitute endorsement. No warranty is made regarding accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose.