Where to Take Instagrammable Holiday Photos in Vancouver
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Vancouver, and what better time to brighten up your Instagram than when the city is lit up for the holidays?
If you’re looking to get out into the city, spend quality time with your family, and take pictures to document the holiday season’s precious moments, I’ve got just the list of spots for you. Be sure to check out What to Do in Vancouver this Christmas too!
Christmas Photo Locations in Vancouver
Van Dusen Festival of Lights
VanDusen Gardens is all dolled up for the holidays. Come out with the whole family to enjoy carousel rides and colourful lights, or bring that special somebody to pose with under the mistletoe.
Vancouver Christmas Market
Vancouver Christmas Market is the perfect place to celebrate the season, and you can take perfect pics all around, including the tall walk-in Christmas trees, the Christmas carousel, the adorable shops, and all of the twinkling lights, and everything in between.
Pacific Centre (Outside Nordstrom)
The glowing light dome is dazzling and of course free! We go every year, I plan on bringing Rowan back this year to take photos!
Robson Square Christmas Tree
If you don’t feel like lacing up your skates, you can still capture some stunning photos around the ice at Robson Square, including the 76-foot tall Christmas tree in the square for the holidays.
Walk Through Christmas Tree at Bentall Centre
This unique 50-foot Christmas tree is located at Bental Centre, Tower 4. Its unique archway means that you can walk underneath it, capturing super fun photos! This offers you a variety of photography options and not just the standard ‘standing in front of a giant Christmas tree’ look. I love this tree because it’s different.
Red Christmas Bauble Ornaments
Located at Park Place Tower, these giant red Christmas ornaments make the perfect place for your festive pictures by day or night.
Cartier
They always have pretty garland-lined windows and doors outside, and at night, it’s illuminated making the perfect evening backdrop for photos.
Robson Square Skating Rink
Lace-up your skates and hit the ice at Robson Square this winter, showing off your moves and getting the right angles for your photos at the festively decorated ice rink in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
The annual Canyon Lights event has positively transformed the Capilano Suspension Bridge into a winter wonderland for another year of festive cheer. Thousands of twinkling lights decorate the park, which includes the suspension bridge, Treetops Adventure, Cliffwalk, the rainforest, and canyon. While the bridge is a breathtaking place to snap a photo, there are myriad other spots to snap the perfect festive picture.
The Peak of Christmas at Grouse Mountain
The Peak of Christmas returns to Grouse Mountain with its annual display of festive enchantment and fun activities. There are breathtaking light installations, including a majestic light tunnel and illuminated reindeer. There’s no shortage of places to snap the perfect photo under a veil of twinkling lights or on the ice rink.
Bright Nights Christmas Train at Stanley Park
The Bright Nights Christmas Train is in Stanley Park for another year of festive choo-choo-cheer! The dazzling locomotive and the Stanley Park Train Plaza will sparkle with over 3 million twinkling lights, as well as breathtaking displays and live performers.
McArthurGlen Vancouver Outlet
Richmond’s McArthur Glen Design Outlets are decked out for the holidays. Wander the outdoor paths between stores to discover all kinds of festive decorations including nutcrackers, a giant walk-through ornament, a JOY sign, and a 52-foot-tall Christmas tree.
Did I miss any spots? Let me know!
