It is such a nice way to cross the water around False Creek. Very much like their neighbour Aquabus, they are fast, reliable and convenient. The only plus they have is that they have more stations (around Kits and West End)and they work later hours. Really nice to take the boat to go shopping on Granville Island. Chouchou le petit bateau !! read more

These cute little boats offer a convenient -and fun- way to get around the False Creek area in Vancouver, including Granville Island. You'll see lots of these boats and similar watercraft operated by competing companies puttering about on the sheltered waterway known as False Creek on the South side of downtown. Fares are $3.25 - $5.50 each way, depending on your destination. Departures are about every 15 minutes, and the boats run until about 7pm (AquaBus service continues until 9). "Sightseeing mini-cruises" are also available; basically a 25 minute round trip ride for $7.50. So much more fun than driving around, plus you don't have to worry about parking! read more

I absolutely love the False Creek Ferries, how could you not they're just so little and cute. But seriously, they are constantly running through out the day so you never have to wait more than a few minuets for a boat. The captains are always friendly and welcoming, and its crazy cheap! Also I just love any excuse to take a boat ride, even if it is only a five minuet one. I live in the West End and go over to Granville Island from time to time and always take the False Creek Ferries. :) read more

Save money & frustration, take the Aquabus!! This frustrating water taxi service does not tell you what time (it's not posted either) that they stop taking passengers to all of the stops - so if you purchased a round trip ticket and are at the end of their run, they'll ONLY take you to the aquatic center - and if you ask for directions, they'll send you on a wild goose chase. I'm a visitor to Vancouver and love going to Granville, I've always taken the Aquabus, and will continue doing so. Very disappointed in the customer service and found no service value. BEWARE! read more

What a great way to get to Granville Island. It was only $3 one way, or $5 if you buy both ways. There were no time table but whenever we were at the dock waiting for a ferry, they were there within 3 minutes. We loved this little ride!! read more

Cutest little boats for a quick trip across False Creek to Granville Island. I'm amazed at how effortlessly the "captains" of the boat can both steer and exchange money with all passengers during the quick trip. I also greatly appreciated that they took American dollars (and gave me change in Canadian dollars, which I needed anyway!). I'll be back. read more

Didn't have to wait long at all - excellent service, smooth ride. Round Trip $5.50 Deal! read more

These handy little ferries are about the most fun way to get around in Vancouver! My trips to Granville Island always start with and enjoyable ride on these small, efficient little boats. The price is reasonable, the staff is friendly and fun and they even have special charter Christmas Carol cruises around the harbour at False creek. Although less brightly painted than the Aquabus, the False Creek Ferry stops in more places. Handy to get to GI or over to the MOV for an event - I'm excited every time I have to go somewhere and I have the opportunity to take the False Creek Ferry instead of other types of transit. Also......I get to sing..... I'm on a boat! read more

So much fun to ride the false creek ferries through, gorgeous sights - Especially at sunset read more

Great staff...Granville island stop wad a lot of fun. Easy way to get around Vancouver

Took the ferry from aquatic center to Granville Island so the toddler could experience it. It was great fun. The driver was real nice and we rode over with another employee who was super friendly; we chatted, joked and laughed and he even said bye to my daughter which gives him a ten in my book! read more

Instead of getting the day pass and hopping on and off, best friend and I decided to take the 40 minute tour, to give her feet a break. The tour from Granville brings you along False Creek east to the Science World area and back. Our boat captain, reticent on the way out, was surprisingly chatty once a group of Asians left. Perhaps he worried they didn't understand English, but he started speaking after they departed and we benefitted from his insights about the buildings and skyline of Vancouver heading back to Granville. I didn't think any input from him was included in the "tour" but it was a nice plus. We even met a volunteer from the Tourism Board and her husband, who were taking the tour to provide first hand insights. One a sunny day, the little boats are a nice way to traverse False Creek and English Bay. Just don't expect the boat staff to provide you with a real tour. read more

I had to use their services a few times and it's a must for discovering a new side of this beautiful city of ours. Floating between the downtown and the False creek area is actually very nice on a nice sunny day. It's not too expensive and can be very romantic if you go when it's not too busy (weekdays, early afternoon). The service has always been friendly and the experience amazing. Imagine that coming out of a little boat :) read more

These ferries are sooo cute but pack a not so delicate price tag. Surprise, surprise $20 for two to travel to Granville Island which was like less then 5 mins away is kinda steep in my book. Next day, I thought I would be super clever and purchase the day pass from 7-11 to use all transportation unlimited for the day for $9.75. Brilliant, right? These ferries are privately operated and the public pass doesn't work. Shelled out another $30. Don't get me wrong these things are cute and fun but with the Vancouver transportation system being so advanced they should find a way to not kill us on the ferry. There are numerous docks you can just grab a ferry across the water. They offer all day passes at a premium and joy cruises. You can pay by card at the dock destination. There are two different companies working the false creek. We went with the light blue ferry and that turned out being cheaper then the rainbow boat. Just saying. read more

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We purchased an all day pass being new to the city. The ferry operators were very knowledgeable and friendly. They had excellent recommendations to different sites. Special recognition to Reuben!! Would definitely recommend this ferry stop read more

Excellent little ferry service over to Granville Island about $3.50 pp each way or find the little coupon book with the tear out FREE 1-way ferry coupon It's a nice way to begin or end your visit to the island Have fun :-) read more

There is no finer form of public transport than a boat. When I lived in a different city I had the pleasure of being able to get a ferry to work everyday and I loved it. Stepping onto the ferry and being taken across the water to your destination is a little adventure everytime. The staff are always jovial and when on my journey I often wish we could swing hard to the stern and out into the bay and beyond, but alas we are at the dock and they want my money. read more

This is a 'cute,' little effective conveyance with friendly staff. I thought it was pricy for short runs, but it gets you where you need to go. read more

It was raining but we still decided to leave the car and take the ferry to Granville Island and Science World. Each stop has structure to cover us from the rain while waiting. Boat arrived very shortly. Very friendly captain who helped us load our stroller. He was very friendly to our little kids and answered questions and told us about different landmarks while going from Granville Market Place to Science World. I would recommend leaving car behind for a day and travelling on the ferries. read more

Been using False Creek ferries for years. Fantastic service with these guys and price is reasonable. Left my new iPhone on one of the ferries, before I'd set the automatic lock. They used the phone to text my Mom to tell her exactly where I could get it (on holiday weekend). I picked it up steps from where I'd left it. read more

The false creek as amazing. We had to wait about 20 minutes for our ferry. There ride was good but not much. It was getting quite boring. They should have the ferry more open than that. The fresh air feels better. They should have pointed out places and told us interesting things about them. read more

I want to report how disappointed I was with the service of False Creek Ferries. We have tickets for this company. I was waiting at Stamp's Landing today at 2:45. Several Aquabuses came by ( at least 5 in each direction) before I even saw a FCF. When I did I saw 2 going from Science World to Davie. One of them turned around and went back to Science World. The other didn't even come close to Stamp's Landing Side heading west. I couldn't see any people in it to indicate that it was full. I waved and whistled and they kept on going. When an Aquabus that had gone by me on the way to Science World came back around on the way to Granville, he picked me up and took my FCF ticket. I called the company and was told 'I don't know what to say' and 'I don't know what I can do for you'. Well I know what I can do for them. I will buy Aquabus tickets and tell anyone I know to do so as well. I am not one to give negative reviews so I will also give a great review to Aquabus. read more

This is for all of you that have not taken the False Creek ferries over to Granville Island, you really should. It's the most painless way to visit Granville Island. While you're at Granville Island you can check out the hotel the restaurants the market. There's lots to see and do on the island It makes a really good day out. read more

Service was very regular, and staff helpful to me as a tourist and first time visitor to Vancouver. Recommended.

False Creek Ferries is a cute and terrific way to go back and forth between Granville Island and Vancouver. It essentially operates as a tug boat, and you get a terrific view of Vancouver. Depending on where you're going, one-way fares can range from $3.25 - $6.50 Canadian dollars. read more

serious improvement in the boat drivers - very polite and hospitable and friendly - great to be able to write a review about a company that improved its customer service - way to go False Creek - i use you regularly and happy to give you my money read more