There are plenty of things to keep you busy before an evening flight, but what is there to do at 6 am at Vancouver Airport? Well, the truth is – lots! You can shop, you can eat, you can even get a massage + mani/Pedi. Honestly, why not just do it all? It sure beats just sitting around.
We passed through Vancouver Airport on our way to Vancouver Island and were excited to see that there was so much to keep us entertained. So what will you do at 6 am at Vancouver Airport? Let’s find out.
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Five things to do at 6 am at Vancouver Airport
1. Browse native designs and jewelry.
It’s always lovely wherever you’re traveling to get a little something that you wouldn’t be able to get back where you’re from. Native art is a massive part of life on the west coast of Canada.
Vancouver Airport has some great little boutiques where you can pick up some exclusive jewelry or decorations. Besides picking up something fresh to take home with you, shopping will help you relax before your flight.
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2. Grab a coffee at Green Bean Cafe.
Green Bean Cafe opens up at 5:00 am, and whether you want a freshly made espresso, vitamin-packed juice, or even a cold beer (although that one might be best to wait for), you can get it. They also have a selection of breakfast foods like samosas, muffins, and grilled paninis. There’s no excuse to board your flight hangry!
3. Check out The Jade Canoe.
This year marks 20 years since The Jade Canoe came to YVR Airport. It was created by legendary Canadian artist Bill Reid and has come to be a landmark of sorts in Vancouver.
As they say on their website, it’s where “the public and passengers meet before grand adventures” and where people have taken a quick photo op before dashing off to get their flights. You can learn some 20 facts about The Jade Canoe here.
4. Pamper yourself at Absolute Spa.
Ah, so relaxing. We’ve experienced the heaven that is Absolute Spa, and we can’t wait to go back. Unfortunately, it’s not open right at 6 is but if you can expect a little bit for your pamper session, the spas will be open between 7:00 and 7:30 am. Trust us; it’s worth the wait.
5. Chill out in the Plaza Premium Lounge.
The Plaza Premium Lounge in the Domestic Terminal opens right at 6:00 am on the dot so you’ll be able to get right in there as soon as you get to the airport.
There are two other lounge locations, one in the US Terminal and one in International, but they don’t open until 8:30 am and 8:00 am, respectively.
The lounges have work desks, charging stations, and free wifi.
Know of some other cool stuff happening at 6 am at Vancouver Airport? Share your early morning tips with us by tagging #5thingsat6am.
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