Tim's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Rent a bike or walk the 10km sea wall loop around Stanley Park, check out the beaches, or stop in at Stanley Park Brewing for a refreshment
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Parque Stanley
610 Pipeline RdRent a bike or walk the 10km sea wall loop around Stanley Park, check out the beaches, or stop in at Stanley Park Brewing for a refreshment
Take a water taxi over to Granville Island, don't forget to check out Lee's Donuts
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Isla Granville
Take a water taxi over to Granville Island, don't forget to check out Lee's Donuts
Head down Carrall St to the False creek seawall. Paved lanes for walkers and bikes
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False Creek
Head down Carrall St to the False creek seawall. Paved lanes for walkers and bikes
A beautiful city beach, great for sunbathing, running, beach volleyball or hit the oceanside pool
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Parque de la Playa Kitsilano
1499 Arbutus StA beautiful city beach, great for sunbathing, running, beach volleyball or hit the oceanside pool
Unique ship like structure, with great views and many shops and tourist attractions
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Canada Place
999 Canada PlUnique ship like structure, with great views and many shops and tourist attractions
Hideaway from those rainy days and check out the Vancouver Art Gallery
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Vancouver Art Gallery
750 Hornby StHideaway from those rainy days and check out the Vancouver Art Gallery
Test your fear of heights and check out the trail network at Capliano Suspension Bridge
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano RdTest your fear of heights and check out the trail network at Capliano Suspension Bridge
Hike the grueling Grouse Grind in the summer, enjoy a beverage and gondola ride down. Snow sports all winter long
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Grouse Mountain @ Skyride station
Hike the grueling Grouse Grind in the summer, enjoy a beverage and gondola ride down. Snow sports all winter long
Head across the street from my condo to Rogers Arena for Vancouver Canucks NHL games, concerts and more
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Vancouver Canucks
800 Griffiths WayHead across the street from my condo to Rogers Arena for Vancouver Canucks NHL games, concerts and more
Home of the CFL's BC Lions and host to Canada 7's Rugby, concerts and much more. Just a short walk from the condo.
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BC Place
777 Pacific BlvdHome of the CFL's BC Lions and host to Canada 7's Rugby, concerts and much more. Just a short walk from the condo.
Neighbourhoods
A short walk from the airbnb, Gastown has many great places to eat, drink and stop by to see the steam clock
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Gastown
A short walk from the airbnb, Gastown has many great places to eat, drink and stop by to see the steam clock
Come check out artistic Mount Pleasant, home of Vancouvers Mural Festival. Main Street has lots to offer!
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Mount Pleasant
Come check out artistic Mount Pleasant, home of Vancouvers Mural Festival. Main Street has lots to offer!
Just steps away, check out many local shops and markets in Vancouver historic Chinatown district. Check out the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden
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Chinatown
Just steps away, check out many local shops and markets in Vancouver historic Chinatown district. Check out the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden
Checkout Vancouver's downtown for night life, shopping and business sector. Make your way to Robson Street.
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Downtown Vancouver
Checkout Vancouver's downtown for night life, shopping and business sector. Make your way to Robson Street.
Home to many pubs and outdoor patios, this trendy area of Vancouver also home to David Lam Park
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Yaletown
Home to many pubs and outdoor patios, this trendy area of Vancouver also home to David Lam Park
Nearby Destinations
A short drive or Uber to some of the best hiking and ski areas in Canada with views over the Vancouver City Skyline. Also check out Lonsdale Quay for a boardwalk, and oceanside dining.
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North Vancouver
A short drive or Uber to some of the best hiking and ski areas in Canada with views over the Vancouver City Skyline. Also check out Lonsdale Quay for a boardwalk, and oceanside dining.
Under 2 hours to one of the best ski destinations in the world. Take the sea to sky highway for some amazing views. Gondola to the top and take the Peak 2 Peak from to Blackcomb
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Whistler
Under 2 hours to one of the best ski destinations in the world. Take the sea to sky highway for some amazing views. Gondola to the top and take the Peak 2 Peak from to Blackcomb
An outdoor adventure junkies dream. Under an hour from Vancouver to world class rock-climbing, hiking, mountain biking and whitewater kayaking
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Squamish
An outdoor adventure junkies dream. Under an hour from Vancouver to world class rock-climbing, hiking, mountain biking and whitewater kayaking
Food scene
The Keefer Bar
135 Keefer StGreat cocktail bar nearby
One of the most popular brunch places in town! Just a 2 minute walk from the front door
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Jam Cafe
556 Beatty StOne of the most popular brunch places in town! Just a 2 minute walk from the front door
Earnest Ice Cream
3992 Fraser StA local fav for ice cream
Check out the huge selection of decadent donuts and hot drinks
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49th Parallel Café & Lucky's Doughnuts - THURLOW
689 Thurlow StCheck out the huge selection of decadent donuts and hot drinks
Grounds for Coffee
2565 Alma StBest buns in town, cinnamon buns!
Another Fav for cocktails and food within walking distance
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Chambar Restaurant
568 Beatty StreetAnother Fav for cocktails and food within walking distance
Consejos para la ciudad
Qué empacar
Vancouver weather is always changing!
Don't forget to pack a rain coat, and different layers especially if you are doing nearby hikes. Umbrellas for your use are available in my condo
No te lo pierdas
Keep your eyes peeled for "Killer" views
Orcas can sometimes migrate into False Creek or other shoreline areas around the city
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Ski at night
North Shore Ski resorts offer night skiing for a discounted price, complete with views of the city lights.
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Vancouver Art Gallery on a Tuesday
After 5pm on Tuesdays, admission is by donation!
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Happy Hour!
vancouverhappyhours.com has your complete guide to all Happy and Appy hours in town
Reserva antes de ir
Book ahead when possible!
Although many businesses and attraction remain open through COVID 19 restrictions, many are by reservation only. I recommend checking in advance.