Burrard Bridge

Burrard Bridge is a steel truss through arch bridge spanning False Creek to connect downtown Vancouver with the Kitsilano neighborhood. The five-part steel structure features four traffic lanes and integrated cycling infrastructure running along the crossing.

The bridge opened in 1932 and represents a key milestone in Vancouver's urban development. Its completion enabled improved connections between the growing downtown and neighboring residential areas.

The bridge displays Art Deco details with decorative towers and statues of Captain George Vancouver and Sir Harry Burrard on its piers. These artworks give the crossing over False Creek its distinctive character and shape how locals and visitors experience this passageway.

The crossing is easily accessible for pedestrians and cyclists, with clear paths on both sides. The broader structure accommodates the heavy traffic flow during peak hours without feeling crowded.

Four large braziers positioned at the bridge's ends serve as memorials to First World War prisoners of war. These fire vessels recall the fires that provided warmth to captives held in military camps.

Location: Vancouver

Official opening: July 1, 1932

Architectural style: Art Deco architecture

Length: 836.08 m

GPS coordinates: 49.27550,-123.13700

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48