Burnaby Experiences
Looking for things to do in Burnaby? Enjoy restaurants, shopping, festivals,
cultural spaces, and outdoor spots such as parks, lakes, and trails, all in close
proximity. Find what to see, where to go, and simple ways to plan your day.
We’re closer than you think. Burnaby sits just east of Vancouver, right at the heart of Metro Vancouver. Get here by SkyTrain, with 11 stations across the city, or by major roadways with multiple highway access points. However you arrive, it’s a smooth trip.
Burnaby brings together distinct neighbourhoods, diverse cuisines, and everyday access to nature. With more than 150 parks and trails, two major lakes, a busy calendar of arts and performances, and shopping that ranges from familiar names to unexpected finds, there’s a lot to do in a day here. What are we known for? That’s up to you.
Getting here is quick and direct. The SkyTrain runs directly from Vancouver to Burnaby, with multiple stops throughout the city. You can also arrive by car, bike, bus, taxi, or rideshare, with major roads, transit lines, and cycling routes linking Burnaby from every direction.
Stretch your legs on forest trails or paddle across local lakes. Get inspired in galleries and museums, catch a live show, or grab a bite at one of many mouthwatering restaurants. Shop malls, markets, and neighbourhood spots, wander city streets, then finish the day on Burnaby Mountain for wide-open views.
Of course, we’d say yes, and most visitors agree. Burnaby is welcoming, well-connected, and full of experiences worth your time and energy. Eat well, move around easily, relax in a park, or catch something unexpected. Set your own pace, and don’t be surprised if you stay longer than planned.
Food & Drink
We’ve got no shortage of great places to eat. Cafés, neighbourhood favourites, and refined dining spots draw inspiration from many cuisines, and every meal feels like a good choice.
Things to Do
in Burnaby
Burnaby doesn’t make you choose. Good food, lively neighbourhoods, meaningful cultural experiences, and time outdoors often happen in the same day, with minimal effort.
Shopping
Find exactly what you’re looking for. Burnaby’s retail districts mix independent finds, familiar brands, and everyday essentials, so what you want is never far off.
CULTURE
Burnaby’s culture shows up on stages, walls, and floors across the city. Galleries, museums, and performance spaces give space to many voices, living traditions, and new ideas in motion.
OUTDOORS
We’ve got outdoor experiences fit for you. Lakes, forested trails, and open spaces are always nearby, whether you’re here to move, stretch out, or switch off for a bit.
Plan Your
Visit
Plan less, enjoy more. Use our planning tools to build simple itineraries, find places to stay, and shape days that suit your Burnaby visit.
How to spend two days in Burnaby
This two-day itinerary showcases Burnaby at its best, blending Japanese Canadian history, local art, neighbourhood favourites, museum and gallery stops, comfort-food classics, and time by the water.
How to spend a day in Burnaby
Rise above it all on a day trip to Burnaby Heights and Burnaby Mountain. Start with brunch and shopping in the Heights, then head uphill for forest walks, expansive views, and dinner that pairs well with a sunset.
How to spend three days in Burnaby
A three-day itinerary gives you time to get a real feel for our city. This Burnaby itinerary balances culture, nature, shopping, and food, and offers enough time to explore neighbourhoods, discover new places, and enjoy local favourites.