Explore the full breadth of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics across some of British Columbia’s most respected research and cultural institutions, all within reach of downtown Vancouver. At the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, students explore astronomy and space science through interactive exhibits and planetarium programming, while a visit to the University of British Columbia pairs the UBC Botanical Garden’s living plant collections with the Beaty Biodiversity Museum’s extensive natural history specimens, including Canada’s largest suspended blue whale skeleton. At TRIUMF, Canada’s particle accelerator centre, students go behind the scenes of world-leading subatomic physics research. A ride up the Sea to Sky Gondola adds an outdoor geography and natural sciences component, with sweeping views over the Coast Mountains, while stops at Granville Island Market and Stanley Park round out the cultural and environmental picture of the region. Contact Ellison Tours today to customize your Vancouver STEAM experience that connects space science, biodiversity, and particle physics in one dynamic itinerary.
Highlights
H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
Interactive astronomy exhibits and planetarium programming introduce students to space science and observational astronomy in the heart of Vancouver.
TRIUMF Particle Accelerator Centre
An exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Canada’s national particle accelerator facility, where students engage with real subatomic physics research.
Sea to Sky Gondola
A scenic gondola ascent through the Coast Mountains introduces geography, ecology, and natural sciences concepts against one of British Columbia’s most dramatic landscapes.
UBC Botanical Garden & Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Living plant collections and one of Canada’s largest natural history collections, including a full suspended blue whale skeleton, offer a hands-on look at biodiversity and botanical science.
