Looking for a day trip that blends local history, scenic views, and a little transit nostalgia? Hop on the SeaBus to Lonsdale Quay and make your way to MONOVA: Museum & Archives of North Vancouver for an adventure that’s as easy as a Compass Card tap.

Just a 13-minute ride from Waterfront Station, the SeaBus offers one of the best views in the city — Vancouver’s skyline framed by the North Shore mountains. It’s the perfect start to a day of exploring, and a reminder that getting there can be part of the fun.

Explore the featured transit exhibit

Once you arrive at MONOVA, step into the region’s past with a special exhibit dedicated to Metro Vancouver transit history. It’s a treasure trove for anyone who loves local stories or vintage design.

• See a beautifully restored historic streetcar that once ran through North Vancouver.
• Browse vintage transit memorabilia, including classic signage and artifacts that bring decades of local transit to life.
• Snap photos and soak in the nostalgia — perfect for sharing your #TakeTransitTo summer adventure.

Make sure to bring a pocket full of change with you — but leave the toonies at home — to run through the retro farebox. Talk about early innovation, one of the coolest things about this piece of transit history is that each coin you drop in makes a different sound. Back in the day, bus operators would listen closely to those sound of each coin and manually calculate how much fare was paid! See if you can tell the difference!

Best of all, transit riders get 20 per cent off admission with their Compass Card*, so make sure to show yours at the door.

Don’t leave without a souvenir

Before you head out, make a stop at the MONOVA gift shop — it’s not your typical museum store. Alongside locally inspired gifts and North Vancouver keepsakes, you’ll find some of the most popular items from translinkstore.ca available to purchase on the spot.

That means you can skip the wait times and shipping costs, and head home with your haul the very same day. From the perfect transit tote bag and collectibles to TransLink-branded accessories and the always-in-demand SkyTrain wooden toy set, there’s something for every transit fan.

It’s the perfect way to take a little piece of Metro Vancouver transit history with you — whether you’re treating yourself, surprising a fellow transit enthusiast, or completing your Next Stop: Summer adventure.

Make it part of your Summer Passport adventure

MONOVA is also a featured stop on TransLink’s Next Stop: Summer – Streetcar & Flights tour. Collect your Summer Transit Passport stamp while you’re there, and keep exploring to Streetcar Brewing nearby, where transit riders can enjoy a discount on a tasting flight.

Whether you’re going with family, friends, or just on a solo adventure, MONOVA is an easy, transit-accessible way to experience North Vancouver’s history — and it’s the perfect excuse to let the SeaBus guide your next summer day out.

*TransLink is not responsible for delivery or execution of offers and is not liable for any costs associated with providing offer to customers. We recommend checking with the offer location for the terms & conditions of each specific offer.