Endless Options
Exquisite food by campus partners, plus endless on-campus options for entertainment, education and cultural enrichment during your conference or event at UBC.
Amenity Types
Restaurants, Pubs & Eateries
Restaurants, Pubs & Eateries
Upscale bistros, casual dining, pubs, retail eateries, food trucks, and grab-and-go snacks – the options are plentiful at UBC. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between, you’ll find what you’re looking for.
Plus, Vancouver’s thriving restaurant scene is just 15 minutes away.
Museum of Anthropology
Museum of Anthropology
Designed by award-winning architect Arthur Erickson, the museum is home to beautiful Northwest Coast First Nations artworks and fascinating cultural exhibitions from around the world. Learn more>
Features
- Guided tours
- Gift shop
- Special events and programs
- Discount admission for seniors, youth, families and groups
Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Beaty Biodiversity Museum
A one-of-a-kind museum and must-see destination while you’re staying at UBC. Stroll through over 22,000 square feet of exhibits and displays, marvel at the 25-metre Blue Whale exhibit, or check out the beautiful living roof and patio.
Features
- Natural history museum
- Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm
- 6 collections of fascinating specimens
- Mammals, fish, birds, insects, plants, fossils and more
Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery
Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery
Explore one of the largest public art collections in British Columbia. UBC’s collection of contemporary art features more than 5,000 pieces and 30,000 archival art history items, plus an outdoor art tour. Learn more>
Features
- Free admission
- Tours available for groups of all sizes
- Open daily except Mondays
UBC Botanical Garden
Nitobe Memorial Garden
Nitobe Memorial Garden
Take a fascinating walk through one of North America’s most authentic Japanese gardens. Stroll through 2 ½ acres of unique plant life, water features, carvings and lanterns. Part of the UBC Botanical Garden.
Features
- Japanese tea house
- Gift shop
- Educational tours available
- Open weekdays
UBC Aquatic Centre
UBC Aquatic Centre
Wade, swim, soak, dive or steam – you can do it all at the UBC Aquatic Centre, centrally located on UBC campus.
Features
- Indoor pool and diving platform
- Indoor UV treated whirlpool and steam room
- Fitness facility and weight room
- Outdoor pool and diving tower
- Change rooms and lockers
The BirdCoop
The BirdCoop
Stick to your workout schedule while you’re visiting Vancouver. Check out The BirdCoop – UBC’s fitness centre. No matter your fitness level, you’ll find a variety of activities and equipment to keep your heart pumping.
Features
- Open daily
- Cardio and weight training equipment
- Indoor climbing cave
- Get Fit and Cycle Fit classes
- Discount for UBC Conference guests