What is the drive like from Vancouver to Whistler?
What is the drive like from Vancouver to Whistler?
Sea to Sky Highway
If you’re planning on driving from Vancouver to Whistler you will most likely find yourself driving on the Sea to Sky Highway. The Vancouver to Whistler drive is only 120km and takes around one hour and a half, but the surrounding landscape is so beautiful you will want to do some stops along the way.
What is there to see from Vancouver to Whistler?
Here are some of the best places to see on your Vancouver to Whistler drive.
- Stanley Park. Distance: 4 km from Central Vancouver.
- Cypress Mountain Lookout. Distance: 28 km from Central Vancouver.
- Porteau Cove Provincial Park.
- Shannon Falls Trail.
- Sea to the Sky Gondola.
- Stawamus Chief Provincial Park.
- Squamish.
- Alice Lake.
What is the highway to Whistler called?
Get ready for the drive of a lifetime along the Sea to Sky Highway (Highway 99) to Whistler. It’s a short, 120 kilometre (75 mile) drive from Vancouver, and one of the most scenic routes in the world…. read more.
Where should I stop between Whistler and Vancouver?
Ultimate Guide of Free Things To See & Do Between Vancouver & Whistler on The Sea-To-Sky Highway
- Granville Island, Vancouver.
- Stanley Park, Vancouver.
- Lighthouse Park, West Vancouver.
- Whytecliff Park, West Vancouver.
- Galileo Coffee Co. Cafe & Roasters, Britannia Beach.
- Tantalus Range Lookout, Paradise Valley.
Is it safe to drive from Vancouver to Whistler at night?
Done it many many times it’s not in any way dangerous-like Prairieville from time to time a Deer might wander onto the road but there’s nothing to be worried about. There will be no snow so an easy trip and without traffic (if >8pm) (but don’t fall asleep).
Is Whistler or Banff better?
Both will be busy, but Whistler will be way busier than Banff. As far as vertical, both mountians have some really steep stuff, then again, lots of stuff for intermediate skiers like you. For village feel, Banff is more “mountain” than Whistler, with Whistler being more of an international destination than Banff.
Can I go to Whistler without snow tires?
For safety in winter conditions, passenger vehicles are required to have winter tires installed to drive the Sea to Sky Highway between October and March.
