Guidebook for Vancouver
Parks & Nature
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
1501 E Evergreen BlvdEsther Short Park is a public park and town square located in downtown Vancouver, Washington. Established in 1853, it is the oldest public park in the state of Washington. and one of the oldest public parks in the West.
45 locals recommend
Esther Short Park and Playground
605 Esther StEsther Short Park is a public park and town square located in downtown Vancouver, Washington. Established in 1853, it is the oldest public park in the state of Washington. and one of the oldest public parks in the West.
20-acre regional park is located on the Columbia River about two miles west of Vancouver Lake Park. It was dedicated in 1997 and features a wide variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. A 2.5 mile trail connects the park to Vancouver Lake Regional Park. The trail runs through an area where Lewis & Clark travelled on their epic journey in 1805.
12 locals recommend
Frenchman's Bar Regional Park
9612 NW Lower River Rd20-acre regional park is located on the Columbia River about two miles west of Vancouver Lake Park. It was dedicated in 1997 and features a wide variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. A 2.5 mile trail connects the park to Vancouver Lake Regional Park. The trail runs through an area where Lewis & Clark travelled on their epic journey in 1805.
Vancouver Lake Park
South Refuge Road
Wintler Community Park
Drinks & Nightlife
Great whiskey selection, moscow mules, rotating taps, kombucha, and dog friendly patio.
25 locals recommend
The Thirsty Sasquatch
2110 Main StGreat whiskey selection, moscow mules, rotating taps, kombucha, and dog friendly patio.
New tap room in Vancouver. Cozy, relaxing vibe. Cool upstairs area with board games, back patio and dog friendly.
11 locals recommend
Tap Union Freehouse
1300 Washington StNew tap room in Vancouver. Cozy, relaxing vibe. Cool upstairs area with board games, back patio and dog friendly.
Local brewery in an industrial space. Live music on the weekends, free video games and darts. Great place to watch the Timbers games. Dog friendly
18 locals recommend
Loowit Brewing Company
507 Columbia StLocal brewery in an industrial space. Live music on the weekends, free video games and darts. Great place to watch the Timbers games. Dog friendly
Restaurant, bar, music and sports. Family friendly, local owners.
13 locals recommend
Frontier Public House of Vancouver WA
4909 NE Hazel Dell AveRestaurant, bar, music and sports. Family friendly, local owners.
The Grocery Cocktail & Social
115 W 7th StCraft Cocktails and Whiskey Bar!
New waterfront bistro and bar. Expect to pay top shelf prices, view is great.
28 locals recommend
Twigs Bistro
801 Waterfront WyNew waterfront bistro and bar. Expect to pay top shelf prices, view is great.
Food Scene
The best micheladas in Vancouver, fresh squeezed margaritas and great enchiladas.
10 locals recommend
Sabor Mexicano
2108 Main StThe best micheladas in Vancouver, fresh squeezed margaritas and great enchiladas.
Walk up window available for pastries and coffee. Restaurant inside for the best breakfast in Vancouver.
53 locals recommend
Bleu Door Bakery
2411 Main StWalk up window available for pastries and coffee. Restaurant inside for the best breakfast in Vancouver.
Vinnie's Pizza Vancouver
1000 Main StPeroni on tap and a great staff.
Brewed has great coffee with fun energetic employees. Live music for brunch on the weekends, dog friendly and the cheapest pints of beer in town!
11 locals recommend
Brewed Cafe & Pub
603 Main StBrewed has great coffee with fun energetic employees. Live music for brunch on the weekends, dog friendly and the cheapest pints of beer in town!
Small menu, but done well. Tacos are outstanding, margaritas are stiff and a well rounded selection of beers on tap.
9 locals recommend
Woody's Tacos
7900 E Mill Plain BlvdSmall menu, but done well. Tacos are outstanding, margaritas are stiff and a well rounded selection of beers on tap.
Fun atmosphere for lunch, dinner or wine. Good selection of Italian food and sandwiches.
46 locals recommend
La Bottega Cafe Deli Wine Shop
1905 Main StFun atmosphere for lunch, dinner or wine. Good selection of Italian food and sandwiches.
Ginger Pop
2520 Columbia House BlvdBest thai food in Vancouver. Tofu fries are bomb!
Thai Orchid Restaurant
213 W 11th StGreat food and sushi
Relevant Coffee
1703 Main StNew coffee shop in town. The crew there is the best!
Newer restaurant on the waterfront. This used to be part of the Red Lion which is scheduled for demo. Lots of history here!
18 locals recommend
Warehouse 23
100 Columbia StNewer restaurant on the waterfront. This used to be part of the Red Lion which is scheduled for demo. Lots of history here!
Nonavo Pizza
110 W 6th StThe best pizza in downtown
New BBQ joint - haven't been but it looks awesome!
16 locals recommend
The Smokin' Oak Barbeque Restaurant, Bar & Catering
501 Columbia StNew BBQ joint - haven't been but it looks awesome!
Little Conejo
114 W 6th StTacos and Mezcal
Nom Nom Restaurant and Grill
801 C StGreat Pho!
Great view and service. Prices are higher considering location. Minimal vegetarian options but the food and atmosphere is great.
48 locals recommend
Wildfin American Grill - Vancouver
777 Waterfront WyGreat view and service. Prices are higher considering location. Minimal vegetarian options but the food and atmosphere is great.
Essentials
Family grocery store offering hard to find produce and specialty items.
42 locals recommend
Chuck's Produce & Street Market
2302 NE 117th StFamily grocery store offering hard to find produce and specialty items.
New Seasons Market
5320 NE 33rd AveGreat local grocery store with hard to find specialty items.
Arnada Naturals
2407 Main StHealth food store offering local snacks, drinks, gluten free beers.
Safeway
3707 Main StFred Meyer is a close alternative for Organic groceries, clothing, home essentials, and outdoor supplies.
23 locals recommend
Fred Meyer
2500 Columbia House BlvdFred Meyer is a close alternative for Organic groceries, clothing, home essentials, and outdoor supplies.
Entertainment & Activities
The Kiggins Theatre is a single-screen movie theater. Named for former Vancouver mayor and businessman John P. Kiggins, it opened in 1936. It is located at 1011 Main Street in downtown Vancouver.
34 locals recommend
Kiggins Theatre
1011 Main StThe Kiggins Theatre is a single-screen movie theater. Named for former Vancouver mayor and businessman John P. Kiggins, it opened in 1936. It is located at 1011 Main Street in downtown Vancouver.
Sightseeing
Vancouver's Old Apple Tree was planted in 1826 on Fort Vancouver land and is thought to be the oldest apple tree in the Northwest. It is also considered the matriarch of Washington State's apple industry.
Old Apple Tree Park
Vancouver's Old Apple Tree was planted in 1826 on Fort Vancouver land and is thought to be the oldest apple tree in the Northwest. It is also considered the matriarch of Washington State's apple industry.