Explore on your own rating
Downtown terminal with direct rail to the airport.
Where ships dock
- Canada Place cruise terminal, downtown
Getting to town
Canada Place is downtown. Waterfront SkyTrain station is a few minutes' walk.
The Canada Line SkyTrain runs from Waterfront to YVR Airport in about 25 minutes. Taxis and rideshare are available. Northbound Alaska cruises from here often do U.S. pre-clearance at the terminal.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Canadian dollar (CAD). U.S. dollars are sometimes accepted at a poor rate; cards are widely accepted.
Entry: Canada: U.S. citizens need a valid passport (or other WHTI-compliant document) to enter. Closed-loop cruise rules can differ, so check with your cruise line.
Top sights nearby
- Stanley Park and the Seawall
- Gastown
- Granville Island
- Capilano Suspension Bridge (shuttle or tour)
Beaches
- English Bay
- Kitsilano Beach
Safety & tips
- Arrive within your check-in window; terminal lines can be long.
- Have your passport ready for U.S. pre-clearance.
- Leave buffer for traffic.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
For embarkation, follow your cruise line's check-in time.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.