Guidebook for Vancouver

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Guidebook for Vancouver

Food Scene

Great for a healthy lunch or to grab and do for a picnic on the beach
31 locals recommend
Tractor Everyday Healthy Foods - Kitsilano
1903 W 4th Ave
31 locals recommend
Great for a healthy lunch or to grab and do for a picnic on the beach
Voted one of Canada's best new restaurants. Get the fried chicken, or anything else on the menu, it's all good.
62 locals recommend
AnnaLena
1809 W 1st Ave
62 locals recommend
Voted one of Canada's best new restaurants. Get the fried chicken, or anything else on the menu, it's all good.
The chef is a friend, but I would eat there regardless. Modern twists on classic comfort food.
104 locals recommend
Fable Kitchen
1944 W 4th Ave
104 locals recommend
The chef is a friend, but I would eat there regardless. Modern twists on classic comfort food.
John Bishop is a legend, check our the documentary about him on Netflix, then dine at his restaurant. Date night or special occasion.
18 locals recommend
Bishop's
2183 W 4th Ave
18 locals recommend
John Bishop is a legend, check our the documentary about him on Netflix, then dine at his restaurant. Date night or special occasion.
Open 24/7 - hot fresh Montreal style bagels. Need I say more?
51 locals recommend
Siegel's Bagels
1883 Cornwall Ave
51 locals recommend
Open 24/7 - hot fresh Montreal style bagels. Need I say more?
Worth the wait - or get there early. Great Italian only wine list and thin crust pizzas or pasta.
209 locals recommend
Nook
1525 Yew St
209 locals recommend
Worth the wait - or get there early. Great Italian only wine list and thin crust pizzas or pasta.
People come from all over the City for this traditional sushi. Do make a reservation, ask to sit at the boat : )
19 locals recommend
Octopus's Garden Restaurant
1995 Cornwall Ave
19 locals recommend
People come from all over the City for this traditional sushi. Do make a reservation, ask to sit at the boat : )
Hidden gem of a seafood spot! Fresh off the boat. Check the website for hours.
61 locals recommend
Go Fish
1505 W 1st Ave
61 locals recommend
Hidden gem of a seafood spot! Fresh off the boat. Check the website for hours.

Arts & Culture

Great interactive and fun programming - part art museum part history, always a good time for all ages.
144 locals recommend
Museum of Vancouver
1100 Chestnut St
144 locals recommend
Great interactive and fun programming - part art museum part history, always a good time for all ages.
Runs only in the summer time, but fantastic setting for classic live theatre.
62 locals recommend
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
1695 Whyte Ave
62 locals recommend
Runs only in the summer time, but fantastic setting for classic live theatre.
Dig Boats? There is a big old one inside here that you can tour (don't worry, it stays on land).
73 locals recommend
Vancouver Maritime Museum
1905 Ogden Ave
73 locals recommend
Dig Boats? There is a big old one inside here that you can tour (don't worry, it stays on land).
They have a huge library of vintage photos. Great place to get lost on a rainy day. It's in an underground bunker, easy to miss!
City of Vancouver Archives
1150 Chestnut St
They have a huge library of vintage photos. Great place to get lost on a rainy day. It's in an underground bunker, easy to miss!

Essentials

Whole Paycheck - you know it.
726 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
510 W 8th Ave
726 locals recommend
Whole Paycheck - you know it.
One stop shop for you organic fruits and vegetables.
17 locals recommend
Be Fresh Local Market
1900 W 1st Ave
17 locals recommend
One stop shop for you organic fruits and vegetables.
Looks small but don't be deceived. This little grocery store has everything you need. Pick up your staples here and your organics across the street at Be Fresh.
11 locals recommend
Central Gourmet
1901 W 1st Ave
11 locals recommend
Looks small but don't be deceived. This little grocery store has everything you need. Pick up your staples here and your organics across the street at Be Fresh.
In a hurry? It's at the end of the block. There is a cash machine there too if you like paying bank fees.
7 locals recommend
Circle K
1997 Cornwall Ave
7 locals recommend
In a hurry? It's at the end of the block. There is a cash machine there too if you like paying bank fees.

Shopping

Because you can't visit Vancouver and not visit Granville Island. You'll see why.
470 locals recommend
Granville Island Public Market
1689 Johnston St
470 locals recommend
Because you can't visit Vancouver and not visit Granville Island. You'll see why.
CHEESE. Seriously. Run by a mother daughter team. Check out the Barbara Jo Cooks next door if you need inspiration.
38 locals recommend
les amis du FROMAGE
843 E Hastings St
38 locals recommend
CHEESE. Seriously. Run by a mother daughter team. Check out the Barbara Jo Cooks next door if you need inspiration.
Technical Cashmere, spawn of Lululemon.
14 locals recommend
Kit and Ace
165 Water St
14 locals recommend
Technical Cashmere, spawn of Lululemon.

Entertainment & Activities

Great indépendant theatre, and they actually serve delicious snacks and drinks.
87 locals recommend
Fifth Avenue Cinemas
2110 Burrard St
87 locals recommend
Great indépendant theatre, and they actually serve delicious snacks and drinks.

Parks & Nature

One of the best.
847 locals recommend
Kitsilano Beach Park
1499 Arbutus St
847 locals recommend
One of the best.
Must Love Dogs. Go down the stairs at the bottom of Cypress street.
10 locals recommend
Hadden Park
1905 Ogden Ave
10 locals recommend
Must Love Dogs. Go down the stairs at the bottom of Cypress street.

Getting Around

If you must.
23 locals recommend
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1696 W 1st Ave
23 locals recommend
If you must.
67 locals recommend
Reckless the Bike Store
110 Davie St
67 locals recommend