Gemma’s guidebook
Entertainment
Rogers Arena is across the street and is the location for NHL Hockey & concerts
408 locals recommend
Rogers Arena
800 Griffiths WayRogers Arena is across the street and is the location for NHL Hockey & concerts
Science World is a great spot for the young, and the young at heart, to see Science-related exhibitions or omni-max movies.
It's also a great spot for a stroll.
837 locals recommend
Science World at TELUS World of Science
1455 Quebec StScience World is a great spot for the young, and the young at heart, to see Science-related exhibitions or omni-max movies.
It's also a great spot for a stroll.
Around Vancouver this is affectionately refered to as
"The VAG". Great gallery, is usually hosting a large scale exhibition (at the time of writing this, Yoko Ono).
Tip: Tuesdays are cheap entry. Check out the calendar for kids' events and for the once-a-month "Fuse" Friday night for adults - which includes performance art, interactive exhibitions, and a bar. Also, they have a great cafe!
Vancouver Art Gallery
750 Hornby StreetAround Vancouver this is affectionately refered to as
"The VAG". Great gallery, is usually hosting a large scale exhibition (at the time of writing this, Yoko Ono).
Tip: Tuesdays are cheap entry. Check out the calendar for kids' events and for the once-a-month "Fuse" Friday night for adults - which includes performance art, interactive exhibitions, and a bar. Also, they have a great cafe!
The Spot for CFL Football (local Team: BC Lions); Soccer (Local Team: Whitecaps), special sporting events (like Rugby Sevens) and concerts. Seats 54,500 people and in the summer they can open the roof for an open-air experience. The Stadium is a quick 7 minute walk from the Condo.
418 locals recommend
BC Place
777 Pacific BlvdThe Spot for CFL Football (local Team: BC Lions); Soccer (Local Team: Whitecaps), special sporting events (like Rugby Sevens) and concerts. Seats 54,500 people and in the summer they can open the roof for an open-air experience. The Stadium is a quick 7 minute walk from the Condo.
Locals call this "The Queen E" - lovely venue for theatre, performances and other cultural events. Check their website for listing; this is a 5 minute walk from the Condo.
96 locals recommend
Queen Elizabeth Theatre
630 Hamilton StLocals call this "The Queen E" - lovely venue for theatre, performances and other cultural events. Check their website for listing; this is a 5 minute walk from the Condo.
Food scene
Lovely Bistro with great ambiance and menu. Tip: if you miss the Brunch hour, a Croque Monsieur or Madam is available until early afternoon. They also have a great Happy Hour menu, which is available all day Thursdays.
28 locals recommend
Jules Bistro
216 Abbott StLovely Bistro with great ambiance and menu. Tip: if you miss the Brunch hour, a Croque Monsieur or Madam is available until early afternoon. They also have a great Happy Hour menu, which is available all day Thursdays.
Great spot for brunch or lunch with a view - or just a glass of wine.
186 locals recommend
Tap & Barrel • Olympic Village
75 Athletes WayGreat spot for brunch or lunch with a view - or just a glass of wine.
Great spot for a pre or post-event drink and a bite. The glass on the patio makes it feel like you are outside.
Browns Socialhouse Queen Elizabeth Theatre (QE Theatre)
675 Cambie StreetGreat spot for a pre or post-event drink and a bite. The glass on the patio makes it feel like you are outside.
A great brunch spot, served on Brioche, but be prepared for a line-up!
68 locals recommend
Twisted Fork Bistro
213 Carrall StreetA great brunch spot, served on Brioche, but be prepared for a line-up!
This may be the best Caccio peppe in Vancouver!
Deep, puffy pizza, great pastas and also a little bakery at the front for a lighter bite.
16 locals recommend
Di Beppe Restaurant
8 W Cordova StThis may be the best Caccio peppe in Vancouver!
Deep, puffy pizza, great pastas and also a little bakery at the front for a lighter bite.
Modern take on vietnamese/asian flare. Best spot for BahnMi or noodles and creative cocktails.
101 locals recommend
The Union
219 Union StModern take on vietnamese/asian flare. Best spot for BahnMi or noodles and creative cocktails.
A Vancouver Classic - if you have a special event to celebrate, this is the traditional style Steakhouse to celebrate at. Do not skip the cheese bread!
36 locals recommend
Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar
637 Hornby StA Vancouver Classic - if you have a special event to celebrate, this is the traditional style Steakhouse to celebrate at. Do not skip the cheese bread!
The Keg has been in BC since the 70's. It's the go-to for your standard steakhouse experience, but also has decent options for special dietary needs. This location has a rooftop bar that is a great spot for a cocktail.
Fun fact: It started as a Restaurant above the indoor riding ring at the original Thunderbird Show Jumping Park and stables.
159 locals recommend
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Yaletown
1011 Mainland StThe Keg has been in BC since the 70's. It's the go-to for your standard steakhouse experience, but also has decent options for special dietary needs. This location has a rooftop bar that is a great spot for a cocktail.
Fun fact: It started as a Restaurant above the indoor riding ring at the original Thunderbird Show Jumping Park and stables.
This is the best sushi spot in the neighbourhood. It’s high quality with wild salmon, has inventive rolls and service is good. It’s a little pricier than some but is a good value overall.
18 locals recommend
Tsuki Sushi Bar
509 Abbott StThis is the best sushi spot in the neighbourhood. It’s high quality with wild salmon, has inventive rolls and service is good. It’s a little pricier than some but is a good value overall.
Neighbourhoods
Olympic Village is named such because it was created as the Athelete's Village for the 2010 Olympic Games.
Afterwards, the were sold with a portion purposed for Social Housing. Since then, it's really become a community and other building have followed suit. It's a great place for a walk - about 20 minutes if you walk around the water and loop back, or 40 minutes if you walk over the Cambie Street bridge.
There's a great deli at Grocery Store Urban Fare and a specialty Liquor Store with an amazing selection of BC wines and beers.
83 locals recommend
Olympic Village Square
Olympic Village is named such because it was created as the Athelete's Village for the 2010 Olympic Games.
Afterwards, the were sold with a portion purposed for Social Housing. Since then, it's really become a community and other building have followed suit. It's a great place for a walk - about 20 minutes if you walk around the water and loop back, or 40 minutes if you walk over the Cambie Street bridge.
There's a great deli at Grocery Store Urban Fare and a specialty Liquor Store with an amazing selection of BC wines and beers.
Sightseeing
Take a walk around the Convention Centre, and check out the beautiful views towards to North Shore, not to mention the Olympic Torches and public art.
204 locals recommend
Vancouver Convention Centre West
1055 Canada PlaceTake a walk around the Convention Centre, and check out the beautiful views towards to North Shore, not to mention the Olympic Torches and public art.
The Vancouver Public Library is a great place to explore with unique architecture, multiple levels, and good photo opportunities.
158 locals recommend
Vancouver Public Library (Central Library Branch)
350 W Georgia StThe Vancouver Public Library is a great place to explore with unique architecture, multiple levels, and good photo opportunities.
Always a fun visit! Lots of artisan and specialty shops and the market is a great place for local produce and fare, and lots of great restaurants too. If I was in the mood to fill my 'fridge with some easy meals, I would visit the Stock Market for some ready to go soups; grab some fresh bread at the bakery, Duso's Deli for some Tortellini & Sauce, and Siegl's Bagels for Montreal style bagels. The Fish shop would have some great Candied Smoked Salmon to put on top - and all the produce stands there have great quality options for some fruit and salad makings.
1659 locals recommend
Granville Island
Always a fun visit! Lots of artisan and specialty shops and the market is a great place for local produce and fare, and lots of great restaurants too. If I was in the mood to fill my 'fridge with some easy meals, I would visit the Stock Market for some ready to go soups; grab some fresh bread at the bakery, Duso's Deli for some Tortellini & Sauce, and Siegl's Bagels for Montreal style bagels. The Fish shop would have some great Candied Smoked Salmon to put on top - and all the produce stands there have great quality options for some fruit and salad makings.
Vancouver Aquarium
845 Avison WayIt’s a beautiful, peaceful and free spot to visit in the city. Two blocks from the condo on the edge of Chinatown.
221 locals recommend
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
578 Carrall StIt’s a beautiful, peaceful and free spot to visit in the city. Two blocks from the condo on the edge of Chinatown.
Children
The Old Spaghetti Factory (Gastown)
53 Water St