The Seawall Walk is an elevated stone walkway built around the perimeter of Stanley Park, a lush 405-hectare public park oasis located in downtown Vancouver. The approximately 10km (6.25mi.) paved circular route is identified as one of the largest scenic walks in the world. It follows a one-way route in an anti-clockwise direction and is divided into two signposted sections: one for those who love walking and jogging and the other for cycling or rollerblading. The center of the park has some wonderful, quiet gravel and forest trails suitable for both pedestrians and bicycles to explore!

Stanley Park runs along the waterfront with stunning and unique views of the downtown Vancouver skyline, the North Shore Mountains, Burrard Inlet, Lost Lagoon, Beaver Lake and English Bay.

And here I tell you what to do in one of the most popular places to walk in Vancouver, what to see and how to reach this enchanting green lung, surrounded by nature and history. This time I left, I didn't use the bicycle but I walked with my dog in this enchanting green lung, surrounded by nature and history with a unique charm. Visiting Vancouver is complete with a bike or walking trip following the famous Stanley Park Seawall and an absolute must-see!

Points of interest and attractions

You will pass through many attractions on the perimeter and inside Stanley Park where there are many paths and trails to walk in a short time distance to explore. Along the seawall there are many spots to stop and sit on one of the many benches and there are several of full service restaurants, cafes, and concession stands located in Stanley Park.

Thera are aslo water fountaind and washrooms along the way. If you wish to rent a bike, rollerblades or scooter there are rental shops located on Denman street (at the entrance of the park) but there no bike rentals in Stanley Park. Nestled in the heart of this magnificent park is the famous an upscale Teahouse Restaurant if you desire an unforgettable dining experience with incredible views of English Bay. While in Stanley Park's highest viewpoint is home to Prospect Point Bar & Grill (great food fabulous patio) it is located in a position that offers amazing views of the ocean, the surrounding mountais and the Lions Gate Bridge.

The Stanley Park Seawall passes close by to numerous famous landmarks such as the Totem Poles, Brockton Point Lighthouse, Girl in Wetsuit statue, SS Empress of Japan Figurehead, Lumbermens' Arch, Lions Gate Bridge, Siwash Rock, Third Beach, and Second and Third beaches.

Route description:

I started and finished on the east side of Stanley Park drive from The Vancouver Rowing Club Boathouse in Stanley Park (a popular starting point).

Canada Place -  is a stunning glass and white sail building located on Burrard Inlet. It is home to the Vancouver Convention Centre, the Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel, the Vancouver World Trade Centre, the virtual flight FlyOver Canada and is a cruise ship terminal. In this place there are bicycle and pedestrian paths, restaurants, tourist attractions, souvenir shops, the Canada Line is part of the SkyTrain at Waterfront Station in the vicinity of the historic Gastown is the oldest commercial district in Vancouver

In the vicinity of Brockton Point are a number of beautiful totem poles carved with colorful First Nations art. Totally impressive Coast Salish corner!

The Portuguese Joe statue -  is a bronze sculpture created by his ancestor Kwatleematt. It was built in bronze sculptural connection between the Aboriginal and Portuguese communities of this area.

The Nine O'Clock Gundel - is one of Vancouver's oldest traditions. It is a cannon that every day at 21:00 the gun has fired for almost a century. The gun was installed at Brockton Point in 1894, the Nine O'Clock Gun served as a navigational aid with which ships in the harbor set their chronometers.

Harry Jerome - is an outdoor 1986 bronze sculpture by Jack Harman of Canadian track and field runner Harry Jerome.

The Brockton Point Lighthouse -  was originally installed at Brockton Point in 1894.

One of the many cruise ships that can be seen sailing in the ocean nearby and the passage under the Lighthouse.

The Seawall - is the longest continuous waterfront in the world. Where from the photo you can see the cycle path on the left and the pedestrian path on the right.

Dogs -  are allowed on the Sewall but they must be leashed. She would like to take a dip but he will have to wait for the right place!

The Girl in a Wetsuit - was created by Elek Imredy in 1972, is a bronze statue that sits on a rock.

The SS Empress of Japan - was also called the "Queen of the Pacific". She it was a famous ocean liner that crossed these waters thirty one years ago (1891-1922). The Province newspaper saved the original figurehead from being discarded by restoring it to its original state it is now in the Vancouver Maritime Museum.

Second Beach Pool - is  a great  heated outdoor pool located near the beach, trails, and forest of Stanley Park. It has also lap lanes were dived among fast, medium & slow and wide enough to pass when necessary. Being by the ocean makes it even more scenic!

Siwash Rock is a famous 32 million year old rock stack located between Third Beach and the Lions Gate Bridge. The Squamish Nation is referred to as Skalsh or Slhx̱i7lsh.

Third Beach - is a naturally sandy beach on the western shore, and provides views of outer English Bay, the North Shore, and the Gulf Islands.

Lions Gate Bridge - The derived name is the Lions, a pair of mountain peaks north of Vancouver. This approximately 1.5-mile-long bridge connects Vancouver main city to North and West Vancouver. This magnificent bridge also has separate lanes on the sides of the bridge for cyclists and pedestrians.

Second Beach -  Second Beach is nestled along the western shore of Stanley Park. It is a small beach next to the swimming pool, can be crowded in the summer time and is located near dontown Vancouver..

There's a couple sections where you'll need to dismount and walk your bike or scooter.

The Variety Kids Water Park - is located next to the seawall, a free  great water park with many water features that children can play and a great place for pedestrian and cyclist to cool off.  It is only open during the summer months.

Teahouse Restaurant - Nestled in the heart of this magnificent park is the famous an upscale Teahouse Restaurant if you desire an unforgettable dining experience with incredible views ofthe ocean and the sourranded.