Guidebook for Vancouver
Food Scene
A fantastic local Vancouver coffee company> They roast their own beans. Try out the coffees with Red Labels, they are single region, medium roasts.
490 locals recommend
JJ Bean Coffee Roasters
3010 Main StA fantastic local Vancouver coffee company> They roast their own beans. Try out the coffees with Red Labels, they are single region, medium roasts.
A yummy vegan comfort food restaurant. They have healthy salads, buddha bowls, amazing non-meat burgers, fries, etc. Its Vegan Diner food!
120 locals recommend
MeeT on Main
4288 Main StreetA yummy vegan comfort food restaurant. They have healthy salads, buddha bowls, amazing non-meat burgers, fries, etc. Its Vegan Diner food!
Amazing selection of beers on tap, and pretty darn good food as well. A cool atmosphere, and great for groups.
245 locals recommend
CRAFT Beer Market False Creek
85 West 1st AvenueAmazing selection of beers on tap, and pretty darn good food as well. A cool atmosphere, and great for groups.
Take a walk down to Gastown for some very yummy tacos, and perhaps a cocktail. I never regret a trip to Tacofino.
Gastown has some homelessness, but it is generally safe. The people here are less criminal, and more mentally ill.
207 locals recommend
Tacofino Taco Bar
15 W Cordova StTake a walk down to Gastown for some very yummy tacos, and perhaps a cocktail. I never regret a trip to Tacofino.
Gastown has some homelessness, but it is generally safe. The people here are less criminal, and more mentally ill.
Ohhh my, so so good. Fresh, creative and local ice cream in the most delicious cones. Enjoy.
353 locals recommend
Earnest Ice Cream
3992 Fraser StOhhh my, so so good. Fresh, creative and local ice cream in the most delicious cones. Enjoy.
A wonderful and eccentric Tapas bar! They have an amazing menu of Spanish Tapas, feels like youre transported to Barecelona.
38 locals recommend
Bodega on Main
1014 Main StA wonderful and eccentric Tapas bar! They have an amazing menu of Spanish Tapas, feels like youre transported to Barecelona.
Some of the best fried chicken in Vancouver. The entire menu has gluten free options, and their spicy fried chicken and ribs are mouth watering!
42 locals recommend
Juke Fried Chicken
182 Keefer StSome of the best fried chicken in Vancouver. The entire menu has gluten free options, and their spicy fried chicken and ribs are mouth watering!
An amazing coffee shop and grocery store! They have some of the best and quick lunch options!
34 locals recommend
DALINA
687 Main StAn amazing coffee shop and grocery store! They have some of the best and quick lunch options!
Aware winning espresso, with locations in Olympic Village and scattered across the city!
49 locals recommend
Milano Coffee Roasters
156 W 8th AveAware winning espresso, with locations in Olympic Village and scattered across the city!
Arts & Culture
The arts an cultural center of Vancouver. Go here for a half day to check out all the theatres, open markets, and artisan shops.
1659 locals recommend
Granville Island
The arts an cultural center of Vancouver. Go here for a half day to check out all the theatres, open markets, and artisan shops.
Stunning exhibitions of contemporary and historic artwork alike, the Vancouver Art Gallery never ceases to amaze, and is always a great way to spend a rainy afternoon.
1154 locals recommend
Vancouver Art Gallery
750 Hornby StStunning exhibitions of contemporary and historic artwork alike, the Vancouver Art Gallery never ceases to amaze, and is always a great way to spend a rainy afternoon.
Parks & Nature
A Rainforest inside the city limits. Miles of trails to explore. Many beaches (most notably 3rd beach) and an Aquarium. You could spend 2 full days exploring SP.
2658 locals recommend
Stanley Park
610 Pipeline RdA Rainforest inside the city limits. Miles of trails to explore. Many beaches (most notably 3rd beach) and an Aquarium. You could spend 2 full days exploring SP.
Sunset Beach
Beach AveAmazing views of sunset and the ocean at any time of year.
Essentials
Your closest and most reliable grocery store. They also have ready-to-eat food as well.
425 locals recommend
Urban Fare
177 Davie StYour closest and most reliable grocery store. They also have ready-to-eat food as well.
Entertainment & Activities
An amazing science center with fun for the whole family. Reasonably priced, and within walking distance!
34 locals recommend
TELUS World of Science
1455 Quebec StreetAn amazing science center with fun for the whole family. Reasonably priced, and within walking distance!
Drinks & Nightlife
Blarney Stone
216 Carrall StLive music, a great space, and all-around a good time!
Sightseeing
Go for a walk down the water walkway at the old Canada Place building for amazing views of the city, ocean, and the mountains. This building looks like it has white sails on its roof. Can't miss it.
433 locals recommend
Canada Place
999 Canada PlGo for a walk down the water walkway at the old Canada Place building for amazing views of the city, ocean, and the mountains. This building looks like it has white sails on its roof. Can't miss it.