Guidebook for Vancouver

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Guidebook for Vancouver

Essentials

Located at the south west corner of Cambie and West 8th ave, 1 block north of Broadway. Parkade entrance is on West 8th Ave, just west of the store. Now pouring local beer & wine in the Allegro Cafe (Happy Hour daily between 3 - 6pm).
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Whole Foods Market
510 W 8th Ave
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Located at the south west corner of Cambie and West 8th ave, 1 block north of Broadway. Parkade entrance is on West 8th Ave, just west of the store. Now pouring local beer & wine in the Allegro Cafe (Happy Hour daily between 3 - 6pm).

Food Scene

Crowbar is a neighbourhood restaurant and cocktail bar located in the golden triangle of Kingsway and Fraser in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant area. Flavours are simple, comforting, and unpretentious yet turned-on-its-head creative in execution. Opens at 5pm and closed most stat holidays.
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Crowbar Restaurant
646 Kingsway
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Crowbar is a neighbourhood restaurant and cocktail bar located in the golden triangle of Kingsway and Fraser in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant area. Flavours are simple, comforting, and unpretentious yet turned-on-its-head creative in execution. Opens at 5pm and closed most stat holidays.
The Marquis on South Granville integrates European classics with west-coast flavours. They offer a wide selection of European import beer on tap with a selection rotating seasonally. They also offer a diverse cocktail list incorporating the classics and some contemporary creations. Always great drink specials, and their kitchen offers its full menu all night; a great place for late night eats, regardless of your appetite.
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The Marquis
2666 Granville St
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The Marquis on South Granville integrates European classics with west-coast flavours. They offer a wide selection of European import beer on tap with a selection rotating seasonally. They also offer a diverse cocktail list incorporating the classics and some contemporary creations. Always great drink specials, and their kitchen offers its full menu all night; a great place for late night eats, regardless of your appetite.
Rocky Mountain Flatbread uses local & organic produce, free range organic meats & Ocean Wise seafood. You can watch the show as they create handcrafted flatbread pizzas, daily pastas, seasonal soups, salads & desserts from their open kitchens & artisan ovens. Kid friendly with lots of space, they also provide a wide selection of B.C. wines & local craft beers. And for all those pizza lovers who are wheat intolerant or have nut allergies – we create extremely tasty gluten free and nut free pizzas! Our daily salads, soups & cheesecakes are also gluten free and nut free! There are several locations.
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Rocky Mountain Flatbread
1876 W 1st Ave
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Rocky Mountain Flatbread uses local & organic produce, free range organic meats & Ocean Wise seafood. You can watch the show as they create handcrafted flatbread pizzas, daily pastas, seasonal soups, salads & desserts from their open kitchens & artisan ovens. Kid friendly with lots of space, they also provide a wide selection of B.C. wines & local craft beers. And for all those pizza lovers who are wheat intolerant or have nut allergies – we create extremely tasty gluten free and nut free pizzas! Our daily salads, soups & cheesecakes are also gluten free and nut free! There are several locations.
The Elbow Room was started in 1983 by Patrick Savoie and Brian Searle. It's original location, at 720 Jervis Street, was located in the first mayor of Vancouver's house and was declared a heritage building. In 1996, they moved to their present location and also acquired a new partner, Soheil Sadri. After almost 20 years, they are still going strong. This cafe is known for friendly “customer abuse.” And is a favourite among celebrities. Breakfast is served all day with bottomless coffee.
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The Emerald
555 Gore Ave
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The Elbow Room was started in 1983 by Patrick Savoie and Brian Searle. It's original location, at 720 Jervis Street, was located in the first mayor of Vancouver's house and was declared a heritage building. In 1996, they moved to their present location and also acquired a new partner, Soheil Sadri. After almost 20 years, they are still going strong. This cafe is known for friendly “customer abuse.” And is a favourite among celebrities. Breakfast is served all day with bottomless coffee.
Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House has achieved legendary status in Vancouver. For 30 years Joe Fortes has consistently earned & maintained its reputation as an award-winning Vancouver restaurant. Guests from the world over have come to expect a dynamic culinary experience in this San Francisco styled seafood grill that always delivers more – more hospitality, more variety & more buzz. This iconic Vancouver restaurant is located just off of bustling Robson St. Joe Fortes is where locals & visitors alike come to enjoy the food in town, complemented by an award-winning wine list that boasts over 300 wines, and a uniquely personal level of service & hospitality.
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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House
777 Thurlow St
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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House has achieved legendary status in Vancouver. For 30 years Joe Fortes has consistently earned & maintained its reputation as an award-winning Vancouver restaurant. Guests from the world over have come to expect a dynamic culinary experience in this San Francisco styled seafood grill that always delivers more – more hospitality, more variety & more buzz. This iconic Vancouver restaurant is located just off of bustling Robson St. Joe Fortes is where locals & visitors alike come to enjoy the food in town, complemented by an award-winning wine list that boasts over 300 wines, and a uniquely personal level of service & hospitality.
Vancouver's only First Nations restaurant. Salmon and Bannock specialize in wild fish, free range game meat and of course bannock, which is baked fresh daily. They use traditional ingredients that they prepare and present in a modern way. Acknowledging the Traditional Territories of the Coast Salish Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil Waututh First Nations, this small casual bistro welcomes everybody as they are. In the spirit of First Nations' traditions, their intention is to provide a gathering place where the focus is on the people and the food. Reservations recommended. Usually #1 on Trip Advisor.
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Salmon n' Bannock
1128 W Broadway
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Vancouver's only First Nations restaurant. Salmon and Bannock specialize in wild fish, free range game meat and of course bannock, which is baked fresh daily. They use traditional ingredients that they prepare and present in a modern way. Acknowledging the Traditional Territories of the Coast Salish Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil Waututh First Nations, this small casual bistro welcomes everybody as they are. In the spirit of First Nations' traditions, their intention is to provide a gathering place where the focus is on the people and the food. Reservations recommended. Usually #1 on Trip Advisor.

Sightseeing

Originally built in 1889, Capilano Suspension Bridge stretches 450 feet (137m) across and 230 feet (70m) above Capilano River. Since then much has been added to the twenty-seven acre park. CLIFFWALK is the park’s newest attraction – a cantilevered walkway clinging to the granite cliff high above Capilano Canyon. Treetops Adventure, seven suspension bridges through the evergreens taking you up to 100 feet (30m) above the forest floor, offers a unique squirrel’s eye perspective of the forest. Guided nature tours, and the Living Forest exhibit enhance this unique rainforest encounter. Enjoy seasonal musical entertainment and First Nations culture.
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano Rd
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Originally built in 1889, Capilano Suspension Bridge stretches 450 feet (137m) across and 230 feet (70m) above Capilano River. Since then much has been added to the twenty-seven acre park. CLIFFWALK is the park’s newest attraction – a cantilevered walkway clinging to the granite cliff high above Capilano Canyon. Treetops Adventure, seven suspension bridges through the evergreens taking you up to 100 feet (30m) above the forest floor, offers a unique squirrel’s eye perspective of the forest. Guided nature tours, and the Living Forest exhibit enhance this unique rainforest encounter. Enjoy seasonal musical entertainment and First Nations culture.

Getting Around

Designed to meet the changing needs of today’s travelers, Avis Now App was co-created with customers’ input throughout the development process. Travelers can now choose the exact car they want, confirm, change or cancel reservations, extend rentals, view rental agreements at any time and return the car without assistance, all via the new Avis Now App. Or, walk 20 steps and rent your car, it's across the street!
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Avis Car Rental
451 Cambie St
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Designed to meet the changing needs of today’s travelers, Avis Now App was co-created with customers’ input throughout the development process. Travelers can now choose the exact car they want, confirm, change or cancel reservations, extend rentals, view rental agreements at any time and return the car without assistance, all via the new Avis Now App. Or, walk 20 steps and rent your car, it's across the street!
SkyTrain is the oldest and one of the longest automated driverless light rapid transit systems in the world. The Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines connect downtown Vancouver with the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster and Surrey. The Canada Line connects downtown Vancouver to the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and the city of Richmond.
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Broadway/City Hall Canada Line Station
496 West Broadway
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SkyTrain is the oldest and one of the longest automated driverless light rapid transit systems in the world. The Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines connect downtown Vancouver with the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster and Surrey. The Canada Line connects downtown Vancouver to the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and the city of Richmond.

Entertainment & Activities

The Vancouver Aquarium is a recognized leader in connecting people to our natural world. As a self-supporting, non-profit association, the Aquarium is dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through display and interpretation, education, research and direct action. More than 35 million people have visited the Aquarium since its opening in 1956. Located in Stanley Park, its open to visitors from around the world 365 days a year.
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Akwaryum ng Vancouver
845 Avison Way
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The Vancouver Aquarium is a recognized leader in connecting people to our natural world. As a self-supporting, non-profit association, the Aquarium is dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through display and interpretation, education, research and direct action. More than 35 million people have visited the Aquarium since its opening in 1956. Located in Stanley Park, its open to visitors from around the world 365 days a year.
FlyOver Canada is an amazing virtual flight ride in which you will “take off” into a huge domed screen to enjoy a breathtaking flight across Canada’s most spectacular sights. You will be seated in a suspended chair, with your feet dangling, in front of an impressive 4-storey spherical screen. The special effects including wind, mist, and scents, combined with the chair’s motion, will make you feel like you’re truly soaring. The complete FlyOver Canada experience lasts approximately 25 minutes. Buy tickets at the website.
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Liparin ang Canada
999 Canada Place
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FlyOver Canada is an amazing virtual flight ride in which you will “take off” into a huge domed screen to enjoy a breathtaking flight across Canada’s most spectacular sights. You will be seated in a suspended chair, with your feet dangling, in front of an impressive 4-storey spherical screen. The special effects including wind, mist, and scents, combined with the chair’s motion, will make you feel like you’re truly soaring. The complete FlyOver Canada experience lasts approximately 25 minutes. Buy tickets at the website.
Mount Seymour is a mountain located in Mount Seymour Provincial Park in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is a part of the North Shore Mountains, rising to the north from the shores of Burrard Inlet and Indian Arm to a summit of 1,449 m (4,754 ft) above the Indian River and Deep Cove neighbourhoods. Mount Seymour is most commonly identified for its ski area of the same name, and as a popular hiking area. It is named in honour of Frederick Seymour, second governor of the Colony of British Columbia. The name is used to refer to the ridge although the main summit is one of several, and is also known as Third Pump Peak.
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Mt Seymour
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Mount Seymour is a mountain located in Mount Seymour Provincial Park in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is a part of the North Shore Mountains, rising to the north from the shores of Burrard Inlet and Indian Arm to a summit of 1,449 m (4,754 ft) above the Indian River and Deep Cove neighbourhoods. Mount Seymour is most commonly identified for its ski area of the same name, and as a popular hiking area. It is named in honour of Frederick Seymour, second governor of the Colony of British Columbia. The name is used to refer to the ridge although the main summit is one of several, and is also known as Third Pump Peak.
Cypress Mountain ski resort is a 30-minute drive north of downtown Vancouver, and has 53 named alpine ski runs (many accessible for night skiing) and 19 km of cross country trails. Snowshoeing tours are also popular. Snow schools and rentals, Cypress Creek Grill, Gold Medal Cafe and Crazy Raven Bar and Grill and a Big Bear Sports retail shop are also located on the premises in the Cypress Creek Lodge.
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Cypress Mountain Ski Area
6000 Cypress Bowl Rd
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Cypress Mountain ski resort is a 30-minute drive north of downtown Vancouver, and has 53 named alpine ski runs (many accessible for night skiing) and 19 km of cross country trails. Snowshoeing tours are also popular. Snow schools and rentals, Cypress Creek Grill, Gold Medal Cafe and Crazy Raven Bar and Grill and a Big Bear Sports retail shop are also located on the premises in the Cypress Creek Lodge.
Rising 1,250 metres (4,100 feet) above Vancouver and just 15 minutes from the city’s downtown core, is the vast alpine playground of Grouse Mountain. The iconic Red Skyride gives visitors and locals alike the opportunity to see the jaw-dropping majestic nature of BC unfold in front of them during the 8 minute ride from the Valley Station to the summit. As Vancouver’s most popular attraction, Grouse Mountain is the only truly four-season destination in the lower mainland and features a wildlife refuge, vast selection of dining options, outdoor adventure, summer activities galore, and the best in local snow sports. One thing is for certain: there is no place quite like the Peak of Vancouver.
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Grouse Mountain
6400 Nancy Greene Way
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Rising 1,250 metres (4,100 feet) above Vancouver and just 15 minutes from the city’s downtown core, is the vast alpine playground of Grouse Mountain. The iconic Red Skyride gives visitors and locals alike the opportunity to see the jaw-dropping majestic nature of BC unfold in front of them during the 8 minute ride from the Valley Station to the summit. As Vancouver’s most popular attraction, Grouse Mountain is the only truly four-season destination in the lower mainland and features a wildlife refuge, vast selection of dining options, outdoor adventure, summer activities galore, and the best in local snow sports. One thing is for certain: there is no place quite like the Peak of Vancouver.

Shopping

Since 1923, Kitsilano’s West 4th Avenue has been Vancouver's preferred destination for shopping and services on the city’s West Side. Voted as “Vancouver’s Best Neighbourhood” more than five years-running as well as “Neighbourhood That Best Represents Vancouver” in the West Ender Newspaper, Kitsilano’s not-for-profit West 4th BIA represents 8 blocks of the area’s finest collection of unique fashion stores and award-winning restaurants, the largest selection of outdoor and active lifestyle retailers in the city, luxurious day spas and salons, plus leading-edge shops for home decor, baby & family – east to Fir Street and west to Balsam St.
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West 4th Avenue
West 4th Avenue
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Since 1923, Kitsilano’s West 4th Avenue has been Vancouver's preferred destination for shopping and services on the city’s West Side. Voted as “Vancouver’s Best Neighbourhood” more than five years-running as well as “Neighbourhood That Best Represents Vancouver” in the West Ender Newspaper, Kitsilano’s not-for-profit West 4th BIA represents 8 blocks of the area’s finest collection of unique fashion stores and award-winning restaurants, the largest selection of outdoor and active lifestyle retailers in the city, luxurious day spas and salons, plus leading-edge shops for home decor, baby & family – east to Fir Street and west to Balsam St.
As one of Vancouver’s most vibrant retail shopping districts, the South Granville neighbourhood attracts a wide range of clientele, from aspiring designers and art lovers to fashion trend setters and gourmet connoisseurs. With something for all tastes, visitors can indulge in beautiful fashion and design, the best of home decor and delicious food and drink.
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Granville Street
Granville Street
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As one of Vancouver’s most vibrant retail shopping districts, the South Granville neighbourhood attracts a wide range of clientele, from aspiring designers and art lovers to fashion trend setters and gourmet connoisseurs. With something for all tastes, visitors can indulge in beautiful fashion and design, the best of home decor and delicious food and drink.
The Granville Island Public Market is the jewel in the Island’s crown. A fascinating assortment of colourful stalls, showcasing unique homemade products and the very finest in gastronomic delights. All fresh from the ocean, the oven or the field. There is nothing you cannot find there.
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Granville Island Public Market
1689 Johnston St
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The Granville Island Public Market is the jewel in the Island’s crown. A fascinating assortment of colourful stalls, showcasing unique homemade products and the very finest in gastronomic delights. All fresh from the ocean, the oven or the field. There is nothing you cannot find there.

Drinks & Nightlife

If you like beer, you must go here! The Craft Beer Market has Canada's largest selection of draft beer, with over 150 beers on tap centred at a massive bar at the room's hub. Drink local or global. A glass-enclosed keg room holds 400 kegs (over 19,000 litres of beer). Steel draft lines carry the beers across the ceiling to the bar. Located in the historic Salt building in Olympic Village, the Craft Beer Market is enormous: 13,000 square feet with seating for 400 people. With towering ceilings, wood beams, and mezzanine levels for special events, the place has a spacious, airy feel. Open from brunch to midnight.
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CRAFT Beer Market False Creek
85 West 1st Avenue
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If you like beer, you must go here! The Craft Beer Market has Canada's largest selection of draft beer, with over 150 beers on tap centred at a massive bar at the room's hub. Drink local or global. A glass-enclosed keg room holds 400 kegs (over 19,000 litres of beer). Steel draft lines carry the beers across the ceiling to the bar. Located in the historic Salt building in Olympic Village, the Craft Beer Market is enormous: 13,000 square feet with seating for 400 people. With towering ceilings, wood beams, and mezzanine levels for special events, the place has a spacious, airy feel. Open from brunch to midnight.