Discover Vancouver
Sightseeing
Stanley park is located along the seawall. If the weather is good, I suggest walking (3 hours). Too lazy to walk? That’s okay, rent a bike or some rollerblades and complete the 9 kilometers faster! Along the seawall you will see the most popular beach, English bay. Catching the sunset here is wonderful.
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Parque Stanley
610 Pipeline RdStanley park is located along the seawall. If the weather is good, I suggest walking (3 hours). Too lazy to walk? That’s okay, rent a bike or some rollerblades and complete the 9 kilometers faster! Along the seawall you will see the most popular beach, English bay. Catching the sunset here is wonderful.
If the weather is good, I suggest walking (3 hours). Too lazy to walk? That’s okay, rent a bike or some rollerblades and complete the 9 kilometers faster! Along the seawall you will see the most popular beach, English bay. Catching the sunset here is wonderful.
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Vancouver Seawall
If the weather is good, I suggest walking (3 hours). Too lazy to walk? That’s okay, rent a bike or some rollerblades and complete the 9 kilometers faster! Along the seawall you will see the most popular beach, English bay. Catching the sunset here is wonderful.
If you feel like doing things indoors because the rain won’t stop, check out the Vancouver Aquarium that is located right in Stanley Park.
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Acuario de Vancouver
845 Avison WayIf you feel like doing things indoors because the rain won’t stop, check out the Vancouver Aquarium that is located right in Stanley Park.
A short 8 minute ride that will take you on a journey across Canada, located right in Canada Place
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FlyOver Canadá
999 Canada PlaceA short 8 minute ride that will take you on a journey across Canada, located right in Canada Place
Here in the Summer? Rent a boat for a few hours. You can see Seals, Sea Lions and have awesome views of the Seawall!
**You don't need experience driving a boat but you do need to carry a drivers license**
Coal Harbour Boat Rentals - Vancouver's Boat Rental Company!
1525 Coal Harbour QuayHere in the Summer? Rent a boat for a few hours. You can see Seals, Sea Lions and have awesome views of the Seawall!
**You don't need experience driving a boat but you do need to carry a drivers license**
Watch a hockey game and cheer on our local team, the Vancouver Canucks.
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Rogers Arena
800 Griffiths WayWatch a hockey game and cheer on our local team, the Vancouver Canucks.
Absolutely stunning to see. There are free shuttles departing in downtown to go to this attraction. If you need help finding the stops and times, let me know.
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano RdAbsolutely stunning to see. There are free shuttles departing in downtown to go to this attraction. If you need help finding the stops and times, let me know.
Indoor market with many dining options. Check out boutique stores this city has to offer. Listen to live music. Get your food snatched by seagulls. Make sure to try to Rosemary Rock Salt Bagel at Siegel's Bagels.
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Isla Granville
Indoor market with many dining options. Check out boutique stores this city has to offer. Listen to live music. Get your food snatched by seagulls. Make sure to try to Rosemary Rock Salt Bagel at Siegel's Bagels.
There are many beaches, but this is personal favourite. It is a nude beach but up to you if you want to strip down.
Note: You have to go up and down many stairs so be prepared!
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Wreck Beach
Southwest Marine DriveThere are many beaches, but this is personal favourite. It is a nude beach but up to you if you want to strip down.
Note: You have to go up and down many stairs so be prepared!
Beautiful stroll through some flowers. The hedge maze is of only 6 in North America.
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Jardín Botánico VanDusen
5251 Oak StBeautiful stroll through some flowers. The hedge maze is of only 6 in North America.
Pretty from the outside, and a whole lot of fun on the inside.
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Science World en TELUS World of Science
1455 Quebec StPretty from the outside, and a whole lot of fun on the inside.
A bit further out, but if you have a car it will be fun trip to the waterpark.
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Cultus Lake Waterpark
4150 Columbia Valley HwyA bit further out, but if you have a car it will be fun trip to the waterpark.
Playland en el PNE
2901 E Hastings StSnowboard, snowshoe, or take the gondola up and walk around at the top of the mountain.
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Grouse Mountain
6400 Nancy Greene WaySnowboard, snowshoe, or take the gondola up and walk around at the top of the mountain.
A bit far, but if you have a car it is easy to get too. Located in Deep Cove. Take advantage of this cities greenery. Short fun hike - Why not do it in style and eat a famous deep cove donut while on the hike! Honey Doughnuts: the plain ones are my favourite!
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Quarry Rock Hike
2400 Panorama DrA bit far, but if you have a car it is easy to get too. Located in Deep Cove. Take advantage of this cities greenery. Short fun hike - Why not do it in style and eat a famous deep cove donut while on the hike! Honey Doughnuts: the plain ones are my favourite!
Graduated from the small Quarry Rock hike? Challenge yourself even further through the woods and climb a steeper mountain.
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Stawamus Chief Trail
Graduated from the small Quarry Rock hike? Challenge yourself even further through the woods and climb a steeper mountain.
Open during summer. Tour the city in Seadoos. My personal favourite tour: Ocean is Yours (can be found on Groupon sometimes)
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Vancouver Water Adventures
1812 Boatlift LnOpen during summer. Tour the city in Seadoos. My personal favourite tour: Ocean is Yours (can be found on Groupon sometimes)
Head to Whistler Sliding Centre and try your hands at the Bobsleigh or Skeleton on the worlds fastest track. Tip: Can sometimes be found on Groupon for huge savings!
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Whistler Sliding Centre
4910 Glacier LnHead to Whistler Sliding Centre and try your hands at the Bobsleigh or Skeleton on the worlds fastest track. Tip: Can sometimes be found on Groupon for huge savings!
Absolutely gorgeous outdoor spa. A great way to relax when you are in Whistler.
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Scandinave Spa Whistler
8010 Mons RdAbsolutely gorgeous outdoor spa. A great way to relax when you are in Whistler.
On the way to Whistler, don’t forget to stop and go up the gondola.
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Carretera Sea to Sky
36800 British Columbia 99On the way to Whistler, don’t forget to stop and go up the gondola.
Neighbourhoods
Lot's of trendy shops, souvenir stores and delicious restaurants to try. Line up and be amongst the people that take photos by the Steam Clock.
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Gastown
Lot's of trendy shops, souvenir stores and delicious restaurants to try. Line up and be amongst the people that take photos by the Steam Clock.
Robson Street
1155 Robson StShop Shop Shop.
If you have time to spend a day or two in Whistler, it is definitely worth going too. There are shuttles that go there if you do not have a car. About a 90 minute drive.
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Whistler
If you have time to spend a day or two in Whistler, it is definitely worth going too. There are shuttles that go there if you do not have a car. About a 90 minute drive.
Take the ferry for a day trip to our capital city,
The ride there is a great time in itself.
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Victoria
Take the ferry for a day trip to our capital city,
The ride there is a great time in itself.
Food scene
Address: 200 Granville Street, Vancouver
Directions from apartment: 15 minute walk OR use the skytrain and get off Waterfront Station.
Budget: $$$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese. Vancouver is surprisingly popular for Japanese food.
What to order? Salmon Oshi Sushi, Ebi Oshi Sushi are a must if you eat seafood.
Reservations: Call +1-604-568-3900 or Reserve Online. Reservations are not a must but recommended if you do not want to wait long during peak hours.
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Miku Vancouver
200 Granville StAddress: 200 Granville Street, Vancouver
Directions from apartment: 15 minute walk OR use the skytrain and get off Waterfront Station.
Budget: $$$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese. Vancouver is surprisingly popular for Japanese food.
What to order? Salmon Oshi Sushi, Ebi Oshi Sushi are a must if you eat seafood.
Reservations: Call +1-604-568-3900 or Reserve Online. Reservations are not a must but recommended if you do not want to wait long during peak hours.
A few locations — however, for the best atmosphere the Coal Harbour & English Bay location are recommended.
Address: 1085 Canada Pl, Vancouver (Coal Harbour) 1790 Beach Avenue, Vancouver (English Bay)
Directions from apartment: 20 minute walk to Coal Harbour location.
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner & Late
Cuisine: Canadian. Although it is a chain restaurant, it started here in Vancouver. Their food is quite tasty.
What to order? I personally like the Butternut Squash Ravioli, Spaghettini + Kobe Style Meatballs, Szechuan Lettuce Wraps, Feenie Burger & Yam Fries. Feeling healthy? Try the Modern Bowl.
Reservations: Not necessary but there is a very easy to use online reservation system by typing cactus club reservations into google.
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Cactus Club Cafe Coal Harbour
1085 Canada PlA few locations — however, for the best atmosphere the Coal Harbour & English Bay location are recommended.
Address: 1085 Canada Pl, Vancouver (Coal Harbour) 1790 Beach Avenue, Vancouver (English Bay)
Directions from apartment: 20 minute walk to Coal Harbour location.
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner & Late
Cuisine: Canadian. Although it is a chain restaurant, it started here in Vancouver. Their food is quite tasty.
What to order? I personally like the Butternut Squash Ravioli, Spaghettini + Kobe Style Meatballs, Szechuan Lettuce Wraps, Feenie Burger & Yam Fries. Feeling healthy? Try the Modern Bowl.
Reservations: Not necessary but there is a very easy to use online reservation system by typing cactus club reservations into google.
Address: 244 Georgia Street, Vancouver. This restaurant is located in Chinatown.
Directions: Closest train station: Main St Science world; OR a Uber or Taxi (5-10 minute drive)
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Cambodian/Vietnamese
What to order? Famous for their Chicken wings, Butter beef & Beef Luc lac with egg.
Reservations: None. Long waits sometime. I suggest going off peak hours 2pm-4pm so you do not have to wait long.
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Phnom Penh Restaurant
244 E Georgia StAddress: 244 Georgia Street, Vancouver. This restaurant is located in Chinatown.
Directions: Closest train station: Main St Science world; OR a Uber or Taxi (5-10 minute drive)
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Cambodian/Vietnamese
What to order? Famous for their Chicken wings, Butter beef & Beef Luc lac with egg.
Reservations: None. Long waits sometime. I suggest going off peak hours 2pm-4pm so you do not have to wait long.
Address: A few locations.
Directions: Closest location is —586 Hornby St, Vancouver & 322 W Hastings St, Vancouver
Budget: $
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
What to order? Anything.
Reservations: None
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La Taqueria Pinche Taco Shop
2450 Yukon StAddress: A few locations.
Directions: Closest location is —586 Hornby St, Vancouver & 322 W Hastings St, Vancouver
Budget: $
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
What to order? Anything.
Reservations: None
Address: 100-1100 Melville Street, Vancouver
Directions: 15 minute walk from the apartment is your best bet.
Budget: $
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese (I know we are in Canada but Vancouver is really known for cheap Japanese)
What to order? If you love avocados try the Alaskan Roll & if you don’t mind raw fish I suggest the spicy salmon sashimi.
Reservations: No reservations required.
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Sushi California
501 North RdAddress: 100-1100 Melville Street, Vancouver
Directions: 15 minute walk from the apartment is your best bet.
Budget: $
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese (I know we are in Canada but Vancouver is really known for cheap Japanese)
What to order? If you love avocados try the Alaskan Roll & if you don’t mind raw fish I suggest the spicy salmon sashimi.
Reservations: No reservations required.
A bit on the fancier side...
Address: 801 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Directions: 10 minute walk from the apartment. Attached to Rosewood Hotel Georgia.
Budget: $$$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Canadian
What to order? Anything on the menu
Reservations: Recommended. Online or call +1-604-673-7000
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Hawksworth Restaurant
801 W Georgia StA bit on the fancier side...
Address: 801 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Directions: 10 minute walk from the apartment. Attached to Rosewood Hotel Georgia.
Budget: $$$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Canadian
What to order? Anything on the menu
Reservations: Recommended. Online or call +1-604-673-7000
Address: 1809 W 1st Ave, Vancouver
Directions: Best way would be to take a Uber to taxi (5-10 minute drive) There is no rapid transit nearby.
Budget: $$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Canadian
What to order? Menu changes frequently; can’t go wrong with anything you choose.
Reservations: Recommended but not required. There is an online reservation system through their site or you call the restaurant +1-778-379-4052
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AnnaLena
1809 W 1st AveAddress: 1809 W 1st Ave, Vancouver
Directions: Best way would be to take a Uber to taxi (5-10 minute drive) There is no rapid transit nearby.
Budget: $$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Canadian
What to order? Menu changes frequently; can’t go wrong with anything you choose.
Reservations: Recommended but not required. There is an online reservation system through their site or you call the restaurant +1-778-379-4052
Address: 333 Menchion Mews, Vancouver. Along the seawall.
Directions: 30 min walk or a 10 min Taxi/Uber ride
Budget: $$$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
What to order? I suggest going with anything seafood but their whole menu is good.
Reservations: During summer I suggest you make an online reservation and ask for patio seating upstairs. You can also call 604-689-5438
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Lift Bar Grill View
333 Menchion MewsAddress: 333 Menchion Mews, Vancouver. Along the seawall.
Directions: 30 min walk or a 10 min Taxi/Uber ride
Budget: $$$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
What to order? I suggest going with anything seafood but their whole menu is good.
Reservations: During summer I suggest you make an online reservation and ask for patio seating upstairs. You can also call 604-689-5438
STEAKHOUSE
Address: A few locations. Closest one to apartment is in Yaletown. 1011 Mainland Street
Directions: 5 minute walk from apartment.
Budget: $$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Steakhouses
What to order? My favorite menu item would be the Ribeye. Dessert: Billy miner pie!! Make sure to ask for the FREE cheese butter (off the menu) to go with your bread.
Reservations: Not necessary but you can easily make one online through their website.
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Yaletown
1011 Mainland StSTEAKHOUSE
Address: A few locations. Closest one to apartment is in Yaletown. 1011 Mainland Street
Directions: 5 minute walk from apartment.
Budget: $$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Steakhouses
What to order? My favorite menu item would be the Ribeye. Dessert: Billy miner pie!! Make sure to ask for the FREE cheese butter (off the menu) to go with your bread.
Reservations: Not necessary but you can easily make one online through their website.
STEAKHOUSE
Address: 39 Smithe St, Vancouver. In the Parq casino.
Directions: 10 minute walk from the apartment.
Budget: $$$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Steakhouses
What to order? Honestly, anything.
Reservations: Recommended. By calling +1-778-370-8600 or reservations can be made online.
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Victor
39 Smithe StSTEAKHOUSE
Address: 39 Smithe St, Vancouver. In the Parq casino.
Directions: 10 minute walk from the apartment.
Budget: $$$$
Open: Dinner only
Cuisine: Steakhouses
What to order? Honestly, anything.
Reservations: Recommended. By calling +1-778-370-8600 or reservations can be made online.
Night Time
the Comedy MIX
Every year from May-October, Richmond night market opens up for people that love asian food! Many vendors sell gadgets as well.
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Richmond Night Market
8351 River RdEvery year from May-October, Richmond night market opens up for people that love asian food! Many vendors sell gadgets as well.
Dark, intimate space for cocktails and live music.
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Guilt & Co
Dark, intimate space for cocktails and live music.
During weekdays it is relaxing place to have a few drinks but on Friday and Saturday it transform into a nightclub vibe.
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Prohibition
801 W Georgia StDuring weekdays it is relaxing place to have a few drinks but on Friday and Saturday it transform into a nightclub vibe.
There are many breweries throughout this city. My favourites are Postmark Brewing located near Chinatown and Brassneck Brewery.
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Brassneck Brewery
2148 Main StThere are many breweries throughout this city. My favourites are Postmark Brewing located near Chinatown and Brassneck Brewery.
Coffee
Great coffee!
Address: 325 Cambie Street, Vancouver *Gastown area*
15 MIN WALK FROM OUR PLACE
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Revolver
325 Cambie StGreat coffee!
Address: 325 Cambie Street, Vancouver *Gastown area*
15 MIN WALK FROM OUR PLACE
What to order? Beyond their coffees, their baked goods are delicious. My absolute favourites are the Chocolate Croissants (Pain au chocolat) & Cookies.
5 MIN WALK FROM OUR PLACE
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Small Victory Bakery
1088 Homer StWhat to order? Beyond their coffees, their baked goods are delicious. My absolute favourites are the Chocolate Croissants (Pain au chocolat) & Cookies.
5 MIN WALK FROM OUR PLACE
everything VEGAN
Address: Few locations. Closest is in Yaletown or Gastown. 1165 Mainland Street, Vancouver; 12 Water St, Vancouver.
Directions: 5-10 min walk from apartment
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan/Comfort Food
What to order? You will be happy with any choice.
Reservations: None.
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MeeT in Yaletown
1165 Mainland StAddress: Few locations. Closest is in Yaletown or Gastown. 1165 Mainland Street, Vancouver; 12 Water St, Vancouver.
Directions: 5-10 min walk from apartment
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan/Comfort Food
What to order? You will be happy with any choice.
Reservations: None.
Address: 1022 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Directions: 5 minute walk from the apartment.
Budget: $
Open: Breakfast & Lunch
Cuisine: Juice bar
What to order? I love the Acai Bowl (Bestie Bowl) & the Banana Bread
Reservations: Fast food - No reservations
The Juice Truck Yaletown
1022 Mainland StAddress: 1022 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Directions: 5 minute walk from the apartment.
Budget: $
Open: Breakfast & Lunch
Cuisine: Juice bar
What to order? I love the Acai Bowl (Bestie Bowl) & the Banana Bread
Reservations: Fast food - No reservations
Address: 583 Main St, Vancouver
Directions: In Chinatown, closest train station: Main St Science World
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Pizza
What to order? All pizzas are vegan and delicious.
Reservations: None.
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Virtuous Pie
583 Main StAddress: 583 Main St, Vancouver
Directions: In Chinatown, closest train station: Main St Science World
Budget: $$
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Pizza
What to order? All pizzas are vegan and delicious.
Reservations: None.
Address: 235 E Pender St, Vancouver
Directions: In Chinatown, closest train station: Main St Science World
Budget: $
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Gelato
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Umaluma
235 E Pender StAddress: 235 E Pender St, Vancouver
Directions: In Chinatown, closest train station: Main St Science World
Budget: $
Open: Lunch & Dinner
Cuisine: Gelato
feeling Canadian?
POUTINE
- fries with gravy and cheese. Vegan options available.
Address: 718 Davie Street, Vancouver
Directions: 7 minute walk.
Budget: $
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Fritz European Fry House
718 Davie StPOUTINE
- fries with gravy and cheese. Vegan options available.
Address: 718 Davie Street, Vancouver
Directions: 7 minute walk.
Budget: $
MONTREAL SMOKED MEAT BAGEL
- bagel with smoked meat
Address: In the iconic Granville Island. 22-1689 Johnson Street.
Directions: Best by Uber to Taxi if you do not have a car rental.
What to order: Try it with the famous rosemary rock salt bagel
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Siegel's Bagels
1883 Cornwall AveMONTREAL SMOKED MEAT BAGEL
- bagel with smoked meat
Address: In the iconic Granville Island. 22-1689 Johnson Street.
Directions: Best by Uber to Taxi if you do not have a car rental.
What to order: Try it with the famous rosemary rock salt bagel