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Vancouver Art Gallery

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The Vancouver Art Gallery is the city's leading art museum, housed in a former courthouse building that blends neoclassical architecture with a modern glass addition. Its permanent collection of over 12,000 works emphasizes British Columbia artists, including a significant holdings of Emily Carr's paintings. Visitors can explore thought-provoking contemporary exhibitions, from Indigenous art to international photography. The gallery also offers guided tours, a sculpture garden, and a café.

Don't miss

  • View Emily Carr's iconic forest and First Nations village scenes
  • Explore the contemporary art exhibitions in the soaring glass atrium
  • Stroll through the outdoor sculpture garden off Robson Street

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Ways to visit Vancouver Art Gallery

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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