Kelly’s Vancouver Guidebook Shopping - Food - Attractions - Nightlife I am born & raised in Vancouver so I know the best places to go. Feel free to ask me any questions or recommendations :)
Kelly
Kelly’s Vancouver Guidebook
Shopping - Food - Attractions - Nightlife
I am born & raised in Vancouver so I know the best places to go. Feel free to ask me any questions or recommendations :)
Shopping
Downtown has the best shopping from high end to low end. A place you do not want to miss. Some department stores include Holt Renfrew, Nordstrom, Hudson's Bay, etc.. Gastown will have many retail stores by local designers.
211 locals recommend
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown has the best shopping from high end to low end. A place you do not want to miss. Some department stores include Holt Renfrew, Nordstrom, Hudson's Bay, etc.. Gastown will have many retail stores by local designers.
2nd Biggest Mall in British Columbia. It is located in Burnaby. There is a skytrain station which stops at the mall
306 locals recommend
Metrotown
2nd Biggest Mall in British Columbia. It is located in Burnaby. There is a skytrain station which stops at the mall
Park Royal
2002 Park Royal S Park Royal currently markets itself as five star shopping mall.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport is an outlet mall on Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia. It is located in close proximity to Vancouver International Airport. It currently has over 60 retailers over 240,000 square feet.
190 locals recommend
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport
7899 Templeton Station RdMcArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport is an outlet mall on Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia. It is located in close proximity to Vancouver International Airport. It currently has over 60 retailers over 240,000 square feet.
Aberdeen Centre
4151 Hazelbridge WayAsian Mall with the best food court.
Sightseeing
Chinatown is a historic neighborhood in Vancouver. It is known for its buzzing food scene, which includes traditional Asian bakeries, dim sum restaurants and hip cocktail bars. Jars of ginseng and dried fish line the shelves of old-school apothecaries, while Chinese groceries stocked with live seafood and exotic vegetables share the streets with indie fashion shops. Nearby, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden has tranquil paths and pavilions. As a Vacouverite, I would try to avoid Hastings & Main Street Area at day or night time.
171 locals recommend
Chinatown
Chinatown is a historic neighborhood in Vancouver. It is known for its buzzing food scene, which includes traditional Asian bakeries, dim sum restaurants and hip cocktail bars. Jars of ginseng and dried fish line the shelves of old-school apothecaries, while Chinese groceries stocked with live seafood and exotic vegetables share the streets with indie fashion shops. Nearby, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden has tranquil paths and pavilions. As a Vacouverite, I would try to avoid Hastings & Main Street Area at day or night time.
Stanley Park is a 405-hectare public park that borders the downtown of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada and is mostly surrounded by waters of Burrard Inlet and English Bay. I recommend walking or biking the seawall starting at West Georgia and Denman Street. There are many bike and roller blade rentals.
2658 locals recommend
Stanley Park
610 Pipeline RdStanley Park is a 405-hectare public park that borders the downtown of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada and is mostly surrounded by waters of Burrard Inlet and English Bay. I recommend walking or biking the seawall starting at West Georgia and Denman Street. There are many bike and roller blade rentals.
Only a 2 hour drive from Vancouver. Whistler is the biggest mountain located in BC. Many people visit this location in the summer and winter time. During the winter seasons, it is the best mountain to snowboard or ski & do other outdoor activities. There are also outdoor activities such as zip lining and ATV during the summer seasons.
409 locals recommend
Whistler
Only a 2 hour drive from Vancouver. Whistler is the biggest mountain located in BC. Many people visit this location in the summer and winter time. During the winter seasons, it is the best mountain to snowboard or ski & do other outdoor activities. There are also outdoor activities such as zip lining and ATV during the summer seasons.
Coal Harbour is a downtown area known for its marina, mountain views, and mix of casual and upscale waterside eateries. Seaplanes take off in the shadow of gleaming condo towers near the modern, grass-roofed Vancouver Convention Centre. The paved Seawall walking and cycling path follows the shore to forested Stanley Park. There is a massive, modern Olympic torch built for the 2010 Winter Games, occasionally lit for special events.
80 locals recommend
Coal Harbour
Coal Harbour is a downtown area known for its marina, mountain views, and mix of casual and upscale waterside eateries. Seaplanes take off in the shadow of gleaming condo towers near the modern, grass-roofed Vancouver Convention Centre. The paved Seawall walking and cycling path follows the shore to forested Stanley Park. There is a massive, modern Olympic torch built for the 2010 Winter Games, occasionally lit for special events.
My favourite place to buy fresh seafood, meat fruits and vegetables. Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge. You can get there by car or take the aqua bus from English Bay Beach.
1659 locals recommend
Granville Island
My favourite place to buy fresh seafood, meat fruits and vegetables. Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge. You can get there by car or take the aqua bus from English Bay Beach.
Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes cocktail lounges and restaurants. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios.
1068 locals recommend
Gastown
Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes cocktail lounges and restaurants. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios.
Science World at Telus World of Science, Vancouver is a science centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located at the end of False Creek, and features many permanent interactive exhibits and displays, as well as areas with varying topics throughout the years. Fun for adults and kids.
837 locals recommend
Science World at TELUS World of Science
1455 Quebec StScience World at Telus World of Science, Vancouver is a science centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located at the end of False Creek, and features many permanent interactive exhibits and displays, as well as areas with varying topics throughout the years. Fun for adults and kids.
The Vancouver Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Stanley Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. In addition to being a major tourist attraction for Vancouver, the aquarium is a centre for marine research, conservation and marine animal rehabilitation.
663 locals recommend
Vancouver Aquarium
845 Avison WayThe Vancouver Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Stanley Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. In addition to being a major tourist attraction for Vancouver, the aquarium is a centre for marine research, conservation and marine animal rehabilitation.
Kitsilano Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Vancouver, especially in the warm summer months. Located at the north edge of the Kitsilano neighbourhood, the beach faces out onto English Bay.
847 locals recommend
Kitsilano Beach Park
1499 Arbutus StKitsilano Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Vancouver, especially in the warm summer months. Located at the north edge of the Kitsilano neighbourhood, the beach faces out onto English Bay.
English Bay is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, west of the downtown peninsula and False Creek. It consists of the south side of the Burrard Inlet, extending from Point Grey in the southwest to Prospect Point in the northeast.
537 locals recommend
English Bay Beach
Beach AvenueEnglish Bay is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, west of the downtown peninsula and False Creek. It consists of the south side of the Burrard Inlet, extending from Point Grey in the southwest to Prospect Point in the northeast.
Victoria is British Columbia's capital city, south end of Vancouver Island. With abundant parkland, it’s known for outdoor activities. The city's British colonial past shows in its Victorian architecture, including stately Craigdarroch Castle mansion & the Parliment. Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of vivid floral displays, plus statuary, water features and a carousel, is one of many formal gardens in the city. A day trip is recommended.
230 locals recommend
Victoria
Victoria is British Columbia's capital city, south end of Vancouver Island. With abundant parkland, it’s known for outdoor activities. The city's British colonial past shows in its Victorian architecture, including stately Craigdarroch Castle mansion & the Parliment. Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of vivid floral displays, plus statuary, water features and a carousel, is one of many formal gardens in the city. A day trip is recommended.
The Capilano Suspension Bridge is a simple suspension bridge crossing the Capilano River in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The current bridge is 140 metres long and 70 metres above the river.
1150 locals recommend
Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano RdThe Capilano Suspension Bridge is a simple suspension bridge crossing the Capilano River in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The current bridge is 140 metres long and 70 metres above the river.
False Creek is a short inlet in the heart of Vancouver. It separates downtown from the rest of the city. It was named by George Henry Richards during his Hydrographic survey of 1856-63. George Richards named False Creek during his survey of the coast in the mid-19th century.
101 locals recommend
False Creek
False Creek is a short inlet in the heart of Vancouver. It separates downtown from the rest of the city. It was named by George Henry Richards during his Hydrographic survey of 1856-63. George Richards named False Creek during his survey of the coast in the mid-19th century.
Playland at the PNE
2901 E Hastings StVancouver Christmas Market
1055 Canada PlNeighborhoods
Many Chinese immigrants established their homes and businesses when they first moved to Vancouver. Residential areas are home to low income residents in apartments. There are some warehouses still located in the area.
171 locals recommend
Chinatown
Many Chinese immigrants established their homes and businesses when they first moved to Vancouver. Residential areas are home to low income residents in apartments. There are some warehouses still located in the area.
One of Vancouver's multicultural areas. A mix of residential and commercial development in the area. The Italian festivals happens here once a year.
296 locals recommend
Commercial Drive
Commercial DriveOne of Vancouver's multicultural areas. A mix of residential and commercial development in the area. The Italian festivals happens here once a year.
Gastown is another heritage area of the city. Some streets are still cobblestone. Tourist shops are found near the notable Gastown Steam Clock. The area is mixed with low and middle class residents living in apartments, condos and lofts.
1068 locals recommend
Gastown
Gastown is another heritage area of the city. Some streets are still cobblestone. Tourist shops are found near the notable Gastown Steam Clock. The area is mixed with low and middle class residents living in apartments, condos and lofts.
West End is a mixed commercial and residential area. Housing is a mix of apartments and condos. It is home to the city's gay community, the Davie Village.
West End
West End is a mixed commercial and residential area. Housing is a mix of apartments and condos. It is home to the city's gay community, the Davie Village.
Shaughnessy is home to the city's rich. Large detached homes are found here and some are heritage properties from the pre-1950s.
9 locals recommend
Shaughnessy
Shaughnessy is home to the city's rich. Large detached homes are found here and some are heritage properties from the pre-1950s.
Mount Pleasant is a community with mixed residential and business development. Close to False Creek, it has some businesses and warehouses located here. Single and low income residents live here.
Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is a community with mixed residential and business development. Close to False Creek, it has some businesses and warehouses located here. Single and low income residents live here.
Downtown Vancouver is the main or central business district of Vancouver. Major business have their offices and towers located here. Notable and popular entertainment venues and eateries are found here. There is housing in the area. Mostly high-rises and apartments.
211 locals recommend
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is the main or central business district of Vancouver. Major business have their offices and towers located here. Notable and popular entertainment venues and eateries are found here. There is housing in the area. Mostly high-rises and apartments.
Main Street-Riley Park is home to the city's vintage and antiques shops, but also a middle class community. Houses and apartments are the main forms of homes. Queen Elizabeth Park is found here as well as the city's highest point.
205 locals recommend
Main Street
Main StreetMain Street-Riley Park is home to the city's vintage and antiques shops, but also a middle class community. Houses and apartments are the main forms of homes. Queen Elizabeth Park is found here as well as the city's highest point.
Steveston
Check out fisherman’s warf for fresh catches of the day.
Take the Seabuss from waterfront station in Downtown across to North Vancouver. Only a 15 minute ride. Explore the market and brewery there.
7 locals recommend
North Lonsdale
Take the Seabuss from waterfront station in Downtown across to North Vancouver. Only a 15 minute ride. Explore the market and brewery there.
Mountains / Hike
Vancouver is known for its beautiful mountains and hikes.
Has a terrific view of the city. In the summer time, the grouse grind is a popular hike. In the winter time, many Vancouverites go snowboarding for the view.
1038 locals recommend
Grouse Mountain
6400 Nancy Greene WayHas a terrific view of the city. In the summer time, the grouse grind is a popular hike. In the winter time, many Vancouverites go snowboarding for the view.
Summer time: Dog Mountain Hike
Winter time: Outdoor activities, ski, snowboard + snowshoeing
190 locals recommend
Mt Seymour
Summer time: Dog Mountain Hike
Winter time: Outdoor activities, ski, snowboard + snowshoeing
Deep cove Quarry Rock is an easy hike in North Vancouver. When you reach the top, there is a beautiful view. I like to bring snacks and enjoy the view. There are also kayak and paddle boarding rentals by the water. When visiting, you must try a donut from Honey's Donut.
337 locals recommend
Deep Cove
4322 Gallant AveDeep cove Quarry Rock is an easy hike in North Vancouver. When you reach the top, there is a beautiful view. I like to bring snacks and enjoy the view. There are also kayak and paddle boarding rentals by the water. When visiting, you must try a donut from Honey's Donut.
This is a very popular hike during the summer. Many locals go cliff jumping here (which i don't recommend doing) but it is fun to watch. You can hang out by the water after the hike.
352 locals recommend
Lynn Canyon Park
3663 Park RdThis is a very popular hike during the summer. Many locals go cliff jumping here (which i don't recommend doing) but it is fun to watch. You can hang out by the water after the hike.
Joffre Lakes Provincial Park
Lake RoadBeautiful Hike summer or winter.
Garibaldi Lake
Stawamus Chief
Lighthouse Park | West Vancouver
4902 Beacon LnEasy hike in West Vancouver.
You can either bike, walk, or roller blade through the seawall. It is the most popular hike around Stanley Park / downtown.
304 locals recommend
Vancouver Seawall
You can either bike, walk, or roller blade through the seawall. It is the most popular hike around Stanley Park / downtown.
Whytecliff Park
7102 Marine DrWhistler Mountain Peak Suspension Bridge
Watch a Game
Watch a Canucks game... you don't have to be a fan.. most Vancouverites are bandwagoners..
408 locals recommend
Rogers Arena
800 Griffiths WayWatch a Canucks game... you don't have to be a fan.. most Vancouverites are bandwagoners..
BC Place
777 Pacific BlvdIf you like soccer, go to a White Caps game.
Nightlife
Twelve West
1219 Granville StIf you like hiphop/rnb music, this is the place to go.
Granville Street
Granville StreetGranville street is where the nightlife scene is.
Colony Bar Granville
965 Granville StArcade Bar
Fortune Sound Club
147 E Pender StCelebrities Nightclub
1022 Davie StThe Roxy Cabaret
932 Granville StThe Greedy Pig
307 W Cordova StSpanish Music. Cancun Fridays
Studio Lounge & Nightclub
919 Granville StSpanish and Hip Hop
Bar None Nightclub
1222 Hamilton StLevels Nightclub
560 Seymour StCabana Lounge
1163 Granville StAura nightclub
1180 Granville StThe Pint Public House
455 Abbott StThe Lamplighter Public House
92 Water StFood scene
Happening Yaletown is known for its old warehouse buildings now home to hip restaurants and cocktail lounges, many with buzzing outdoor terraces, as well as indie fashion and decor boutiques. On the waterfront, David Lam Park has an expansive lawn and a playground, while the Seawall is popular for cycling and walking. Professional sports and rock concerts take place at nearby BC Place stadium and the Rogers Arena.
483 locals recommend
Yaletown
Happening Yaletown is known for its old warehouse buildings now home to hip restaurants and cocktail lounges, many with buzzing outdoor terraces, as well as indie fashion and decor boutiques. On the waterfront, David Lam Park has an expansive lawn and a playground, while the Seawall is popular for cycling and walking. Professional sports and rock concerts take place at nearby BC Place stadium and the Rogers Arena.
Phnom Penh Restaurant
244 E Georgia StOsteria Savio Volpe
615 KingswayDolar Shop
5300 No. 3 RoadTacofino Taco Bar
15 W Cordova StNightingale
1017 W Hastings StPrince Seafood Restaurant
2881 Grandview HwyChef Tony Seafood Restaurant
4600 No. 3 RoadHaiDiLao Hot Pot
5890 No. 3 RoadMinami
1118 Mainland StMiku Vancouver
200 Granville StCactus Club Cafe Coal Harbour
1085 Canada PlSuika Japanese Restaurant
1626 W BroadwayKingyo
871 Denman StTojo's Restaurant
1133 West BroadwayKishimoto Japanese Restaurant
2054 Commercial DrKissa Tanto
263 E Pender StPacific Poke
625 Main StBun Cha Ca Hoang Yen
5155 Victoria DrLinh Café
1428 Granville StreetDinesty Dumpling House
1719 Robson StRamen Danbo
1333 Robson StAnh And Chi
3388 Main StNew Town Bakery & Restaurant
148 East Pender StreetHong Kong style lunch and dinner
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
1690 Robson StJam Cafe
556 Beatty StLido Restaurant
4231 Hazelbridge WayHong Kong style lunch and dinner. Best pineapple buns here.
Kirin Restaurant
1172 Alberni StElisa Steakhouse
1109 Hamilton StWater Street Café
300 Water StThe Flying Pig Gastown
102 Water StreetRodney's Oyster House
1228 Hamilton StFanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market
762 Cambie StJoe Fortes Seafood & Chop House
777 Thurlow StJAPADOG
530 Robson StThe Shameful Tiki Room
4362 Main StParallel 49 Brewing Company
1950 Triumph StLa Taqueria Pinche Taco Shop
2450 Yukon StSophie's Cosmic Cafe
2095 W 4th AveBrunch
Richmond Night Market