BC Place
About the stadium
Canada
Vancouver
Capacity
54,500
FIFA Official Name
Vancouver Stadium
How to get there
Address
777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
GPS Coordinates
49.2768, -123.1117
Transportation
Metro
SkyTrain - Stadium-Chinatown Station
Airport
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) - 14 km
Parking
1,000 spaces
Scheduled matches
3 matches at this venue07:00 PM
Sat, Jun 13
04:00 AM
Fri, Jun 19
04:00 AM
Fri, Jun 26
About the city
Vancouver is a port city surrounded by mountains and ocean, known for its natural beauty and quality of life.
Travel Guide
Vancouver
Getting There
Main Airport
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Transport Options
Flat rate to downtown. Taxis available outside arrivals.
Designated pickup zone at airport.
Direct train every 6-8 min. Reaches Stadium-Chinatown (BC Place). Fast and reliable.
Public Transit
TransLink operates Vancouver's transit system: SkyTrain (elevated metro), SeaBus, and buses. The Canada Line connects the airport to downtown in 26 minutes. For BC Place, exit at Stadium-Chinatown. The system uses Compass cards - buy at stations. Vancouver has excellent public transit.
Match Day Tips
SkyTrain is your best option - BC Place is literally above Stadium-Chinatown station. Arrive 2-3 hours early. Trains fill up quickly after the match. Alternatively, walk from Gastown (10 min) or Yaletown (15 min). Vancouver is very walkable.
Where to Eat
Vancouver is a food lover's paradise with strong Asian influence and emphasis on fresh Pacific ingredients. Exceptional seafood, world-class sushi, authentic dim sum, and innovative Asian fusion. The food truck scene is excellent. Granville Island Market is a must.
📍 Near the Stadium
Miku
$$$Sushi/Japanese
Aburi sushi (flame-seared) and harbor views
1 kmRodney's Oyster House
$$Seafood
Fresh BC oysters and local seafood
1.5 kmHawksworth Restaurant
$$$$Contemporary Canadian
Fine dining with Pacific ingredients
2 kmJapadog
$Fusion
Japanese-style hot dogs - Vancouver icon
500 mLocal Specialties
Wild BC Salmon: World's best, prepared a thousand ways. Spot prawns: Unique BC shrimp, season May-June. Japadog: Hot dogs with Japanese toppings, local invention. Nanaimo bars: Layered chocolate dessert, BC original. Sushi: Vancouver has exceptional sushi outside Japan.
Tips
Tipping: 15-20% standard. Taxes: 5% GST + 10% PST = 15% total not included in prices. Reservations: Highly recommended at popular restaurants. Allergies: Vancouver is very food allergy-conscious.
Budget
Daily Budget
Budget
$130-200 CAD (~$97-150 USD)
Moderate
$250-350 CAD (~$185-260 USD)
Premium
$500+ CAD (~$370+ USD)
Breakdown
Hostel/Airbnb: $60-100 CAD
3-4★ Hotel: $180-280 CAD
5★ Hotel: $400+ CAD
Fast food and markets: $35-60 CAD
Casual restaurants: $60-100 CAD
Gourmet restaurants: $150+ CAD
TransLink day pass: $11 CAD
Uber/Lyft: $30-50 CAD
Car with driver: $150+ CAD
Free attractions: $10-20 CAD
Tours and attractions: $50-80 CAD
VIP experiences: $200+ CAD
Cost of Living
Vancouver is Canada's most expensive city. A beer costs $8-12 CAD (~$6-9 USD), coffee $5-7 CAD (~$3.70-5.20 USD). Exchange rate: 1.35 CAD = 1 USD. Prices do NOT include 15% tax. Credit cards accepted everywhere.
Tipping
Restaurants: 15-20% (before tax). Bars: $1-2 per drink. Taxis: 10-15%. Hotels: $3-5 per bag, $5-10/day housekeeping.
Money-Saving Tips
• Buy Compass Card with day passes
• Eat at Granville Island Market for budget options
• Many natural attractions are free (beaches, parks, trails)
• Happy hour 3-6 PM at many restaurants
• Rent bikes to explore - Vancouver is very bike-friendly
Safety & Culture
Safety Overview
Vancouver is generally very safe, especially in tourist areas. Downtown (Downtown, Gastown, Yaletown) has good police presence. Like any big city, keep your belongings secure. The Downtown Eastside neighborhood has visible drug issues, but rarely affects tourists.
Emergency Numbers
Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Areas to Avoid
- • Downtown Eastside (especially Hastings Street) at night - visible addiction issues
General Tips
• Vancouver is very safe in tourist areas
• Public transit is safe at any time
• Vancouverites are friendly and will help if lost
• Avoid Downtown Eastside at night
• 911 for all emergencies
• Tap water is excellent
Cultural Notes
Vancouver is extremely diverse with large Asian population (especially Chinese). It's a very progressive and tolerant city. West Coast Canadians are laid-back but polite. Vancouver has outdoor lifestyle culture - people prioritize nature and outdoor activities. The pace is slower than Toronto.
Weather
June-July in Vancouver is the best time of year - mild, dry weather. Temperatures of 18-23°C are perfect. Rain is minimal (Vancouver is dry in summer, contrary to myth). Long days with sunset at 9:30 PM. BC Place has a retractable roof, so weather doesn't affect matches.
Weather During the World Cup
June
July
Stadium Climate
BC Place has a retractable roof and can close in case of rain (unlikely in summer). The stadium is climate-controlled. Regardless of outside weather, you'll be comfortable inside. It's one of the most modern stadiums in the tournament.
What to Wear
• Layers: T-shirt + light sweater for evenings
• Light jacket: Evenings can cool near the ocean
• Comfortable shoes: Vancouver is very walkable
• Light rain jacket: As precaution (rarely needed)
• Athletic wear: For hiking and outdoor activities
• For stadium: BC Place has roof, any clothes fine
Things to Do
Vancouver offers a unique combination of city and nature. Mountains, ocean, and forests surround the city. You can ski, hike, kayak, and explore the urban city all in one day. Stanley Park is one of the world's most beautiful urban parks. The cultural scene is vibrant with Asian and First Nations influences.
⭐ Things to Do
Stanley Park
3 kmNature
Massive 400-hectare urban park with cedar forests, beaches, famous Seawall (8.8 km promenade), and First Nations totem poles. Must-see.
💡 Rent bikes to explore the Seawall. Arrive early to avoid crowds.
Capilano Suspension Bridge
10 kmNature
137m suspension bridge over a rainforest canyon. Thrilling experience with treetop walkways (Treetops Adventure). Popular but spectacular.
Granville Island
2 kmCulture
Artsy peninsula with public market, breweries, galleries, theaters, and harbor views. Vancouver's bohemian heart. Perfect for eating and exploring.
Grouse Mountain
12 kmNature
Accessible mountain with gondola (Skyride) offering panoramic Vancouver views, hiking, rescued grizzly bears, and outdoor activities.
Gastown
1 kmCulture
Historic neighborhood with cobblestone streets, famous Steam Clock, boutique shops, galleries, and excellent restaurants. The original Vancouver.
Before the Match
• Bike through Stanley Park
• Explore Gastown and photograph the Steam Clock
• Eat at Granville Island Market
• Visit the Vancouver Aquarium
After the Match
• Nightlife in Yaletown or Granville Street
• Craft beer at Brassneck Brewery
• Live music at Commodore Ballroom
• Night views from English Bay
