10 Things to do in Burnaby That You Shouldn't Miss

June 12, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

Burnaby is a city in British Columbia, Canada, located immediately to the east of Vancouver. It is the third-largest city in British Columbia by population, surpassed only by nearby Surrey and Vancouver.
Restaurants in Burnaby

1. Burnaby Village Museum

6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 3T6 Canada +1 604-297-4565 [email protected] http://www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca
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4.5 based on 555 reviews

Burnaby Village Museum

Where History Comes to Life - Stroll down the streets of our 1920s community. Period costumed townsfolk welcome visitors and give demonstrations in the homes, businesses and shops. Visitors can feel the heat of the fire as the blacksmith works at the forge, hear the rhythm of the platen press at the Burnaby Post, smell freshly ground coffee in the General Store, be a 1920s student in a one-room schoolhouse, watch the tinsmith cut, crimp & curl flat sheets of tin into useful household items. Everyone is welcome to take a ride on the 1912 CW Parker Carousel, explore the restored 1912 Interurban Tram, and enjoy a treat in the Ice Cream Parlour. The Village is open seasonally (Spring Break in March, Summer Season- early May to Labour Day, and Heritage Christmas-late November to early January) and year-round for pre-booked groups and programs.

Reviewed By Guide607881

Love to ride the old-fashioned merry-go-round at Christmas, and wander the Village in the Summer...Several years ago we booked the church for my daughter's wedding! It was perfect!

2. Burnaby Mountain Park

7600 Halifax St, Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 4M8 Canada +1 604-294-7450 [email protected] http://www.burnaby.ca/things-to-do/explore-outdoors/parks/burnaby-mountain-conservation-area.html
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4.5 based on 326 reviews

Burnaby Mountain Park

A beautiful park just a twenty-minute drive away from downtown; offers scenic views, picnic areas and hiking trails.

Reviewed By 124peterk

Burnaby Mountain (where SFU is located) is the best little mountain in metro Vancouver for hiking and mountain biking. Lots of trails that lead all the way to the inlet, up and down for a good workout and with a university and a great restaurant at the top. You can park on a city street or the top, either gives you ready access. Plenty of trail maps and as long as you stay on the trail, safe. Be aware that this is bear territory so be smart.

3. Central Park

4946 Canada Way (Burnaby Parks and Recreation), Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 4H7 Canada +1 604-294-7450 http://www.burnaby.com/burnaby-parks-recreation-details/
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4.5 based on 226 reviews

Central Park

This scenic park has 8.5 kilometers of trails for biking and walking, as well as general recreational facilities.

Reviewed By JamietheJanitor - Burnaby, Canada

I used to Play their Pitch and Putt Golf Course, for when I was in Therapy we'd often go there to walk around the Trail's. They have a Horseshoe Pit there too by the Swimming Pool. Fish are in the pond, the one located by the Pool.

4. Simon Fraser University

8888 University Dr, Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 1S6 Canada +1 604-291-3111 http://sfu.ca
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4.5 based on 79 reviews

Simon Fraser University

Reviewed By 561malcolmp - Kelowna, Canada

I found that during my visit to SFU for a conference this week, my eyes were always being drawn upward. The view from pretty much anywhere on campus looking outward is amazing and world class; overlooking the city, seeing the mountains, seeing the river; top notch. The buildings on campus are intriguing, as others have noted, and seem to come alive at night time; the lights and sky make the greyness of the concrete take a back seat to the design and statement of the buildings. I found myself always looking up at the flow of buildings and the roof over the Convocation Mall and the sky and the trees and the Academic Quadrangle and so on... Some quirks; if you don't know where you're going on campus, find a map or ask someone - you can walk for hours here (in a very pleasant setting). I was at a conference, and the SFU Food Service team did an amazing job of serving 600+ people a warm meal at pretty much the same time! Breakfast, lunch, and dinner were tasty and enjoyable. AV Support staff also went out of the way to ensure each presenter in each room had no issues. Kudos to all! Currently (Spring/Summer 2018) there are a number of renovation and new-build projects going on. Very interesting place to visit; wish I'd had time for more wandering around!

5. Barnet Marine Park

8059 Texaco Dr, Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 3G8 Canada +1 604-294-7944 http://www.burnaby.ca/Things-To-Do/Explore-Outdoors/Shorelines---Lakes/Barnet-Marine-Park.html
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4.5 based on 70 reviews

Barnet Marine Park

Reviewed By Marlie444 - Vancouver, Canada

Great location by water for walking on level, wide paths. Easy to keep distanced. Nice views of Indian Arm, Deep Cove, and passing boats, paddle boards, ships.

6. Deer Lake Park

6450 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 2J3 Canada +1 604-294-7450 http://www.burnaby.com/burnaby-parks-recreation-details
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4.5 based on 260 reviews

Deer Lake Park

Reviewed By YouChang - Burnaby, Canada

Go here weekly solo or with running group. Lovely trail around lake. Fishing in lake and boat rentals too. Washroom near parking lot. Can walk around lake in an hour

7. Burnaby Lake Regional Nature Park

4519 Piper Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 3B5 Canada +1 604-294-7450 http://www.burnaby.ca/Things-To-Do/Explore-Outdoors/Shorelines---Lakes/Burnaby-Lake-Regional-Nature-Park.html
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4.5 based on 65 reviews

Burnaby Lake Regional Nature Park

Reviewed By k_plante103 - Burnaby, Canada

We come here quite often. You don't have to drive out of the city to be among nature. You can hear the traffic in the distance but it isn't that bad. Listening to the birds and watching the ducks/geese is always fun. Perfect place to go for a quick walk or a long one any time of year.

8. Confederation Park

250 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia V5C 5E9 Canada http://www.burnaby.ca/Things-To-Do/Explore-Outdoors/Parks/Confederation-Park.html
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Confederation Park

Reviewed By 260terryp - Coquitlam, Canada

suitable anytime time of year for all, great place for walk to enjoy views of the North Shore mountains and towards the city of Vancouver

9. Metropolis At Metrotown

4700 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia V5H 4N2 Canada +1 604-438-4715 [email protected] http://www.metropolisatmetrotown.com
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4.0 based on 508 reviews

Metropolis At Metrotown

Ideally situated in the Greater Vancouver Regional District, Metropolis at Metrotown is British Columbia's largest shopping centre. The centre boasts a large state-of-the-art food court and 330 quality brand name stores such as Apple, Aritzia, Banana Republic, Indigo, Michael Kors, Microsoft, Muji, Nespresso, Sephora, Sport Chek, Hudson's Bay, Uniqlo, Victoria's Secret, Winners/Homesense and Zara. It is easily accessible by Vancouver's Skytrain and offers an abundance of free parking. Whether you are looking for the latest designer bag, to catch a movie or for a last-minute gift, Metropolis at Metrotown is the perfect destination to find everything. Get ready for the holidays at Metropolis at Metrotown.

Reviewed By ManillaCone

1. It’s not a luxury mall. It’s more casual and fun, great for families with kids as there’s quite a few toy or kid stores. If you do want more luxury items, a place like park royal in west van or the airport outlet might be better :) 2. Yes it’s overcrowded, beware of that. The crowds are not bad if you’re used to them, but I do understand how it can hinder your experience. For parking, I definitely recommend immediately looking for them underground. There’s normally near no parking above, and underground MIGHT be easier to find because it’s all connected. 3. There isn’t a lot of eating spots- most food is in the food court, which yes, is mostly Asian or fast food. However, right across the street from the main entrance (the side with the superstore entrance and movie poster) is a lot of restaurants- sushi garden is definitely a good one for any sushi lovers out there :) It’s a casual mall with not a lot of specialities- I think the most special part of Metrotown is how many different Asian cuisines and shops you can find- a lot for hem are quite unique. For example, currently there’s a shop on the floor above ground level selling anime and manga goods, as well as a Chinese styled shop selling cute figurines on the main floor right next to Uniqlo- the likes of which I’ve never seen anywhere except for actually in China. Also lots of Asian brands like mini so and Uniqlo that are quite unique :) Lastly, for people without a lot of Asian markets, I would definitely recommend going to T&T to pick up some Asian snacks. It’s a good experience, both cheap and fun :) Hope you all enjoy coming to Burnaby!

10. Burnaby Central Railway

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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Burnaby Central Railway

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