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Is Grouse Mountain Worth It? Price Breakdown & Reviews

12 February 2024 | 0 comments

Grouse Mountain, boasting 1.3 million yearly visitors, stands as Vancouver’s number one visitor attraction.

Yet, the question lingers: Is Grouse Mountain worth it?

Let’s delve into it together to help you decide.

⚠️ Warning ⚠️ – We’re now in high season. Lines for the gondola are long and you’ll likely have to wait several trips to get up – avoid this by booking no money down Grouse Mountain tickets in advance.

Is Grouse Mountain Worth It?

The Lower Mainland’s alpine playground is always an option, whether you’re visiting Grouse Mountain in summer or heading up for a Grouse Mountain ski day.

That said, unlike other typical mountain getaways, there’s a price attached just to get up there in the first place:

Adults (18-64): $86.17 CAD
Seniors (65+): $75.40
Youth (13-17): $66.63
Children (5-12): $43.09
Toddlers (0-5): free

It’s only after considering these Grouse Mountain Gondola prices that can we determine whether Grouse Mountain is worth it or not.

Personally, I think it is. Especially when you factor in our low price guarantee, book now, pay later option, and free cancellation within 24 hours of your visit.

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Let’s have a look at a few more reasons why Grouse Mountain is a must-visit attraction:

What’s Included in Grouse Mountain Tickets

Of course, Grouse Mountain Gondola wouldn’t leave you on the hook for $86.17 CAD without offering more than just a ride.

While the panoramic views aboard the gondola are almost worth the trip, it’s important to understand there are over a dozen Grouse Mountain activities included:

Peak chairlift (summer)
Birds-in-Motion demonstration (summer)
World-Famous Lumberjack Show (summer)
Ranger talks (summer)
Guided eco-walks (summer)
Theatre in the Sky (year-round)
Pollinators’ Garden (summer)
Grizzly Bear Habitat (summer)
Disc Golf (summer)
Snowshoeing (winter)
Sliding Zone (winter)
Outdoor skating (winter)
Light Walk (winter)
Peak Chalet
Kids Treetop Canopy Adventure

The gondola ride itself is miles above (almost literally) the $19.16 Vancouver Lookout so let’s conservatively round that up to $20.00 in value.

Guided eco walks will set you back around $97.44 in the city, while snowshoeing over at nearby Seymour Mountain costs $17.00 per person.

We can see how this starts to add up, making Grouse Mountain tickets a sort of total Vancouver tourism package:

The best views in the city
A fantastic way to discover Vancouver nature
Educational tours and films on local history
Grizzly bears!
Fantastic hiking
An endless array of winter sports
Great food and drink

That said, if you’re not looking to discover the great outdoors it’s by no means mandatory – there are plenty of other top things to do in Vancouver to keep you busy.

If you came to Vancouver for our nature though, this is a very wise bet to make.

Grouse Mountain Reviews

Grouse Mountain currently has 4.9/5 stars from customers at their ticket seller Tiqets.

Customers generally rave about the spectacular views:

With the shows and activities up top being a close second:

Finally, those booking tickets in advance online are very satisfied with the process at Viator.com:

Curious? Make sure to read more Grouse Mountain Gondola reviews for a greater understanding of whether Grouse Mountain is worth it or not.

At any rate, ensure that you book your tickets in advance as gondola capacity is low and you won’t want to endure two or three gondola waits to get up the mountain while you queue up for tickets.

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