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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Travellers' Choice
2022
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Dana
Flesherton, Canada7 contributions
Feb. 2023
Capilano Suspension Bridge and the Cliff Walk is a must. Beautiful views and very pretty. Stanley Park - I will definitely be going back. Hiking at Burnaby Mountain great views and friendly hikers. Looking forward to going back and riding the gondola up Grouse Mountain. It was too overcast during my visit and the snowshoe tour had Avalanche warnings. I am looking forward to my next visit.
Written February 25, 2023
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GPaCalgary
Calgary, Canada2,020 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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on_the_go_98765
Tucson18,308 contributions
Sep. 2022
There are 2 companies that transport people across and around False Creek (ABC is the other one). We do prefer False Creek Ferries (FCF) because their route is the most extensive and will go to places not served by ABC.
Written February 6, 2023
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Mariham
Cairo, Egypt52 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Family
We had a very bad experience today, we are group of 10 and we have 5 kids we bought two way tickets and we asked the driver about the timing he said that the last trip is 8:30 pm and we have to come early because we are big group and we went on science world at 7:15 till 7:50 and the driver didn’t come.
While we were waiting we saw 3 buses from aqua boat company. When they saw us they feel petty for us because it was freezing and the kids were freezing and they offered to give as free drive if your driver didn’t show up.
Then at 7:50 when then driver finally came he was saw rude and he was talking in a very bad way and when we told him that we were waiting for 30 mins freezing he said I don’t care.
This is a very bad way to treat customers especially when he is late for 30 mins in a freezing temperature
While we were waiting we saw 3 buses from aqua boat company. When they saw us they feel petty for us because it was freezing and the kids were freezing and they offered to give as free drive if your driver didn’t show up.
Then at 7:50 when then driver finally came he was saw rude and he was talking in a very bad way and when we told him that we were waiting for 30 mins freezing he said I don’t care.
This is a very bad way to treat customers especially when he is late for 30 mins in a freezing temperature
Written January 29, 2023
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Howard
2 contributions
Jan. 2023
This service is overpriced for how long or should i say short the ride is. It seems like they have a monopoly which is why they can charge these prices.
Written January 9, 2023
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Mpk1970
Sydney, Australia416 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Family
This is a great option - whether using to get from point to point (including Granville Island) or to spend some time appreciating Vancouver from the water. Small ferries mean that you are not going to get over-run with people (and the pilots do not overload the boats) and we had a most relaxing experience seeking Vancouver from a different perspective. Well worth working some time on the ferry into your day.
Written January 5, 2023
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dwaNtheATL
Atlanta, GA253 contributions
Dec. 2022
We used FCF to get to and from Granville Island - convenient, quick and a great way to see the city from the water.
Written December 27, 2022
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772Leanne
Auckland, New Zealand253 contributions
Dec. 2022
Yes, these really are as small and cute as their photos. A good way to get to Granville whilst enjoying the marina activities along the way
Written December 19, 2022
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Mr C
1 contribution
Dec. 2022 • Family
So cute! Love Granville island. A delightful way to get there other than a boring Uber ! Has card and cash available on boat
Written December 18, 2022
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cparker2017
London, Canada31 contributions
Oct. 2022
Loved it! Took the short trip from Granville Island to Coopers Park, which is within easy walking distance of BC Place, Rogers Area and Yaletown. Reasonably priced and driver very friendly.
Written December 16, 2022
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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?
Russ W
Chatham, Canada239 contributions
According to their website they run until 9:00 pm. Not sire how long the play goes.
Juliadrusilla
Heerhugowaard, The Netherlands351 contributions
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?
vekel
Vancouver, Canada263 contributions
Park near Bridges Restaurant to go from granville island to anywhere on the false creek. Pay parking, but is free until 1100.
Does the Ferry run on rainy days?
Brian V
Surrey1,975 contributions
The False Creek Ferries run everyday rain or shine.
Suzanne W
Calgary, Alberta, Canada121 contributions
What form of payment do the take other than cash?
Kuldip5
Wokingham, UK32 contributions
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.
awtwins
Snowflake, AZ34 contributions
Can you take a large suitcase on the Ferrie?
gaddingabout2016
Vancouver, Canada58 contributions
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.