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False Creek Ferries
False Creek Ferries
4.5
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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The original little blue ferries of Vancouver. Based on Granville Island, we have been serving locals and tourists alike since 1982. We provide year-round service to 9 stops along False Creek, from Kitsilano Beach to Science World.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Tucson20,551 contributions
Aug 2021
We bought the senior day pass for $14 pp CAD and used it to visit Kitsilano Point, Granville Island, Yaletown, and some other stops along the way. For tourists, it is the easiest way to spend some time on the water, taking in the sights from a slightly different perspective.
Two companies provide ferry service on False Creek (Aquabus is the other) but their routes and pricing do vary. False Creek Ferry is the only line that goes to Kitsilano Point where we especially enjoyed walking around and seeing Stanley Park where it abuts the Burrard Inlet (into the ocean).
Along the way, so many people were out on paddleboards, bicycle pontoon floats, and boating on a variety of conveyances.
There are 3 routes and 9 stops. Transfer points between routes are easy to locate. Everything is marked so well and the waits for connecting ferries is very short (15 minutes at the most).
The Kitsilano Point (Beach) was a perfect place to walk around and look out into the open sea. The water became much choppier as the peaceful tranquility of False Creek gave way to the great beyond.
As of August 25th, masks will be required for passengers. Covid apparently isn't done with us yet.
Two companies provide ferry service on False Creek (Aquabus is the other) but their routes and pricing do vary. False Creek Ferry is the only line that goes to Kitsilano Point where we especially enjoyed walking around and seeing Stanley Park where it abuts the Burrard Inlet (into the ocean).
Along the way, so many people were out on paddleboards, bicycle pontoon floats, and boating on a variety of conveyances.
There are 3 routes and 9 stops. Transfer points between routes are easy to locate. Everything is marked so well and the waits for connecting ferries is very short (15 minutes at the most).
The Kitsilano Point (Beach) was a perfect place to walk around and look out into the open sea. The water became much choppier as the peaceful tranquility of False Creek gave way to the great beyond.
As of August 25th, masks will be required for passengers. Covid apparently isn't done with us yet.
Written August 27, 2021
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Doug (DA)
Vancouver, Canada143 contributions
Feb 2020
Once a year we buy a day pass and go to each stop around False Creek and go for a walk. Sometimes for a coffee, next stop is ice cream, the a walk around Science World, then to Yaletown for a meal at Robba DA Matti. For about the cost of a movie, you get to travel all day and then take the western most route for the sunsets. Great day to meet people too!
Written March 22, 2020
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John C
Christchurch, New Zealand12 contributions
Aug 2019
The wee False Creek Ferries were very reliable and a fast service for the generally very short rides, and we loved them as much as the similar ones at Victoria on Vancouver Island. They provided a great platform on the water for many photos of the surrounding areas. You have to have at least one trip on them.
Written April 13, 2020
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Jhong B
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Family
We took the ferry Friday late afternoon. The guy overcharged us $60.50 for 5 adults and a senior. I asked the lady at the booth if she can do anything. She gave me the number to call, left a message didn’t receive a callback. Sent an email but never recieved any reply.
Written September 18, 2023
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Helena and Greg W
Ponoka, Canada36 contributions
Oct 2022
My husband and I wandered down to the waterfront and planned on taking a water taxi over to Grandville Island. We decided to get a day pass and cruise around. We went to all the stops and got off and toured around all day. We even went back to our hotel room for a bit then went down to tour the bay that evening in the dark. Our captains were all very friendly and helpful and didn't seem to mind our endless journeys. We had a great day and got to see so much more of the city this way without the hassle of driving and parking. It helped that the weather was unseasonably warm and the waters were very calm. Recommend getting your tickets early and using them until the end of day.
Written October 22, 2022
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UweTru
Nanaimo, Canada44 contributions
Jul 2021
Every time we travel to this part of Vancouver, I am thinking of not using these little ferries, because I find them a tad expensive, but every time we end using them, because it is a nice trip and it is very convenient to travel between Granville Island and Yaletown. Also a good opportunity to learn about the area around False Creek without having to do all the walking. I guess that sums it up;-)
Written July 12, 2021
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Alejandro B
Ottawa, Canada865 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
With my wife loving boat rides, and the two of us on a tourist trip to Vancouver, we each decided to buy a day pass pass that allowed us unlimited access to all nine ferry stops. It was definitely money well spent.
Thanks to our hop-on, hop-off pass, we visited Kitsilano Beach, Granville Island, Sunset Beach, the location of the 2010 Olympics athletes vilage (now a residential area), and David Lam Park.
The water taxis were frequent, the drivers knowledgeable, and the overall experience great. Highly recommended.
Thanks to our hop-on, hop-off pass, we visited Kitsilano Beach, Granville Island, Sunset Beach, the location of the 2010 Olympics athletes vilage (now a residential area), and David Lam Park.
The water taxis were frequent, the drivers knowledgeable, and the overall experience great. Highly recommended.
Written September 3, 2022
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LnS2004
Cypress, CA8,890 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Visiting Granville Public Market via ferry was high on our agenda on this long holiday weekend. Expecting big crowds and difficulty finding parking spot for our rental car, we decided to walk from our hotel to the Aquatic Museum stop (1 1/2 miles). Ticket purchase was easy on the spot. The ferry service was very efficient. Watching the captain dexterously doing his one-person routine of helping passengers embark/disembark from the little boat and driving the ferry was devastating . The short ferry ride, with the city skyline as backdrop, was perfect, and the highlight of our visit to the Granville Island.
Written May 23, 2023
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GPaCalgary
Calgary, Canada2,323 contributions
Feb 2023
The lineup for the free boat show ferry shuttle between Granville Island and BC Place was very long. A very friendly False Creek ferry skipper told us that he would take us along on his boat if we paid the fare, so off we went. He did some tour guide pointouts along the way which made our trip very enjoyable.
Written February 9, 2023
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S F
Ucluelet, Canada1,177 contributions
Dec 2021 • Solo
False Creek Ferries, which connects west end neighborhoods ,with the west side neighborhoods, are wonderful to take, both for fun & convenience.
It is also the perfect connector to Granville Island, for festive shopping or restaurant going.
They cut out the hassle of road traffic, & are very inexpensive.
And from December 15 to January 15 tickets are on sale!
A batch of 30x1 Zone tickets now cost 60$, down from the usual 75$.
Perfect for festive rides to see the lights start twinkling, or to avoid those Xmas shoppers on the road.
Posted by S Fuller
It is also the perfect connector to Granville Island, for festive shopping or restaurant going.
They cut out the hassle of road traffic, & are very inexpensive.
And from December 15 to January 15 tickets are on sale!
A batch of 30x1 Zone tickets now cost 60$, down from the usual 75$.
Perfect for festive rides to see the lights start twinkling, or to avoid those Xmas shoppers on the road.
Posted by S Fuller
Written December 17, 2021
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if we are seeing Bard on the Beach, will the ferries still be running at the time an evening show ends?
Written February 20, 2020
According to their website they run until 9:00 pm. Not sire how long the play goes.
Written February 20, 2020
We would like to take the False Creek ferry to Granville Island. We are travelling with friends who cannot walk far, so we would like to park our car close to one of the docking sites and then travel to the island by ferry. Which would be the best place to park?
Written August 19, 2019
Park near Bridges Restaurant to go from granville island to anywhere on the false creek. Pay parking, but is free until 1100.
Written August 19, 2019
They accept credit cards (Visa and MasterCard) and debit cards at their Granville Island dock, this is a good point to start if you want round trip fares, I believe it’s cash only on the boat for journeys from other docks.
Written June 29, 2018
Can I stay on the ferry and just ride around false creek
Written August 27, 2017
There is a day pass where you can ride all you want. The adult rate is $16 and they have kids and seniors rates too.
Written February 1, 2019
Can you take a large suitcase on the Ferrie?
Written May 16, 2017
Yes however it would be awkward getting your suitcase on and off, especially if it's busy, and it would be challenging getting your suitcase down to the dock. I would not advise it. It doesn't make sense to be dragging a huge suitcase around with you on these little ferries.
Written May 16, 2017
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