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With its mild climate and extensive network of bike lanes and paths, Vancouver is an ideal destination for sightseeing on two wheels. Rent a bike or bring your own, and get ready to explore the city’s beaches, parks and attractions with one of these leisurely routes. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even plot your own path.

1. Stanley Park

It can be difficult to cover all the ground in Stanley Park in one afternoon, as this sprawling urban sanctuary is packed with historic landmarks, upscale and casual restaurants, scenic gardens and Canada’s largest aquarium. Ride the 10-kilometre paved trail along the Stanley Park seawall, which circles the entire park and promises plenty of spectacular sightseeing. Or speed things up and cruise the bike trails through the park, where you can coast by the rose garden, the Vancouver rowing club and Lost Lake Lagoon.