Guidebook for Vancouver
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With a deli and a wide selection of both everyday and gourmet items, Stongs is a gem. You can order online at www.stongs.com and have everything delivered to the door.
Note: Stong's is rebuilding and will be closed during the summer of 2016. However, you can order online and have your purchase delivered as usual.
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Stong's Market
2150 Dollarton HwyWith a deli and a wide selection of both everyday and gourmet items, Stongs is a gem. You can order online at www.stongs.com and have everything delivered to the door.
Note: Stong's is rebuilding and will be closed during the summer of 2016. However, you can order online and have your purchase delivered as usual.
Shoppers Drug Mart
1006 Homer StClosest Pharmacy. Open between 8 am and midnight.
3692 W Broadway
3692 West BroadwayNearest Gas station
4575 W 10th Ave
4575 West 10th AvenueChain supermarket with a good selection of items
West Point Grey
2083 Alma StreetMost economical groceries in the neighbourhood. Selection may be limited
920 W 10th Ave
920 West 10th AvenueClosest 24 hour emergency room
The school has a large oval running track for your use if you are so inclined. If you prefer trail running, there are numerous trails in Pacific Spirit Park which is adjacent to the school along 16th
Queen Elizabeth Elementary school
4102 W 16th AveThe school has a large oval running track for your use if you are so inclined. If you prefer trail running, there are numerous trails in Pacific Spirit Park which is adjacent to the school along 16th
Phone 604.822.4227, it is a brand new, fully equipped gymnasium and fitness centre, with art and dance studios and a range of class and meeting rooms! The gym is open from 6am to 10pm
Wesbrook Community Centre
3335 Webber LnPhone 604.822.4227, it is a brand new, fully equipped gymnasium and fitness centre, with art and dance studios and a range of class and meeting rooms! The gym is open from 6am to 10pm
Lord Byng Secondary School
3939 W 16th AveFree, public tennis courts in the back.
The UBC Aquatic Centre is an indoor public facility located on the campus of the University of British Columbia, next to the War Memorial Gym and Student Union Building.
- 50m indoor pool (interchangeable to 25m)
- 1m, 3m and 5m diving boards
- fitness area/weight room
- UV treated whirlpool, steam room
- change rooms with lockers (coin and non-coin operated as well as rental lockers)
- public washrooms
- large lobby with seating, vending machines and wallet lockers
Opens at 7:30am during the week and 9am on the weekends.
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UBC Aquatic Centre
6080 Student Union BlvdThe UBC Aquatic Centre is an indoor public facility located on the campus of the University of British Columbia, next to the War Memorial Gym and Student Union Building.
- 50m indoor pool (interchangeable to 25m)
- 1m, 3m and 5m diving boards
- fitness area/weight room
- UV treated whirlpool, steam room
- change rooms with lockers (coin and non-coin operated as well as rental lockers)
- public washrooms
- large lobby with seating, vending machines and wallet lockers
Opens at 7:30am during the week and 9am on the weekends.
Organic grocery store with all of the essentials for those with food sensitivities.
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Choices Markets
1202 Richards StOrganic grocery store with all of the essentials for those with food sensitivities.
Drinks & Nightlife
Pacific Spirits Wine Cellar
4430 Dunbar StGood selection and knowledgeable staff
BC Liquor Stores
4423 Main StIt's a short walk and they know their wines.
The Diamond
6 Powell StArtisanal cocktails that will spark your imagination.
English-style pub featuring live music with a large selection of local craft beer. Decent menu with items like Fish and chips, burgers, pot pie and stews. Try the Roast Beef Dinner on Sunday nights.
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The Wolf & Hound
3617 W BroadwayEnglish-style pub featuring live music with a large selection of local craft beer. Decent menu with items like Fish and chips, burgers, pot pie and stews. Try the Roast Beef Dinner on Sunday nights.
Good selection of craft beer. Lots of screens to watch the game.
Not your typical pub fare. Try the duck sandwich. The staff is always willing to do what it takes to satisfy their customers.
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The Cove Neighbourhood Pub
3681 W 4th AveGood selection of craft beer. Lots of screens to watch the game.
Not your typical pub fare. Try the duck sandwich. The staff is always willing to do what it takes to satisfy their customers.
Food Scene
Awesome pizza and great Indian food. The butter chicken is amazing. Pizzas are substantial. Delivery is available.
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Dunbar Pizza & Indian Food
3348 Dunbar StAwesome pizza and great Indian food. The butter chicken is amazing. Pizzas are substantial. Delivery is available.
Wild Sushi
4288 Dunbar StGreat choice for very fresh, reasonably priced sushi.
Elysian Coffee - Broadway
590 W BroadwayGreat coffee and baked goods.
To die for Hash Browns. Their BEAST Benny is stunning; double smoked bacon, eggs, avocado, spinach and tomato. Truly amazing.
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Yolks
1598 E Hastings StTo die for Hash Browns. Their BEAST Benny is stunning; double smoked bacon, eggs, avocado, spinach and tomato. Truly amazing.
Grounds for Coffee
2565 Alma StGreat organic coffee and to die for cinnamon buns
Killer vegan and vegetarian food. The Dharma Bowl is sublime.
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Dharma Kitchen
3667 W BroadwayKiller vegan and vegetarian food. The Dharma Bowl is sublime.
Try the 7 course alla famiglia meal for an unforgettable experience.
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La Quercia
3689 W 4th AveTry the 7 course alla famiglia meal for an unforgettable experience.
Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free comfort food. Try the pie....
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Aphrodite's Organic Cafe
3605 W 4th AveVegan, vegetarian and gluten free comfort food. Try the pie....
Good sushi, omakase and consistent quality. Service is attentive.
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Temaki Sushi
2156 W BroadwayGood sushi, omakase and consistent quality. Service is attentive.
Where else can you find an Indian-Afghani fusion restaurant? There is a buffet on Saturdays. Be sure to try the Darjeeling Masala Chai.
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East Is East
3035 W BroadwayWhere else can you find an Indian-Afghani fusion restaurant? There is a buffet on Saturdays. Be sure to try the Darjeeling Masala Chai.
For those of us still indulging in wheat, this is a great place to grab specialty bakery products done right. The scones are moist and flavourful.
COBS Bread
2837 W BroadwayFor those of us still indulging in wheat, this is a great place to grab specialty bakery products done right. The scones are moist and flavourful.
Ready to step back in time? This establishment and its owners are still in the 50s. They serve 3 different burgers (beef, salmon and turkey), fresh cut fries and hand scooped milkshakes, floats and malts.
Note: they close at 7:30 so you have to go early.
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Moderne Burger
865 W BroadwayReady to step back in time? This establishment and its owners are still in the 50s. They serve 3 different burgers (beef, salmon and turkey), fresh cut fries and hand scooped milkshakes, floats and malts.
Note: they close at 7:30 so you have to go early.
Vietnamese food in the Hanoi style. Try the Hanoi Turmeric Fish with Fresh Dill. Yum.
2680 W Broadway
2680 West BroadwayVietnamese food in the Hanoi style. Try the Hanoi Turmeric Fish with Fresh Dill. Yum.
Because Tim's is truly Canadian. Try their maple donuts....
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Tim Hortons
3463 Dunbar StBecause Tim's is truly Canadian. Try their maple donuts....
The best ice cream! Fresh made on site, classic & seasonal flavours made with local, organic ingredients. Vegan options available like Kiwi Sorbet and Coconut Chocolate Chunk. Prepare to line up in the Summer. Sit outside & meet new friends or old. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays: two scoops in a made-on-the-spot waffle 'taco', topped with whipped cream - add a delicious & unique topping like toffee brittle or buckwheat honey - wow!
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Rain or Shine Ice Cream
1926 W 4th AveThe best ice cream! Fresh made on site, classic & seasonal flavours made with local, organic ingredients. Vegan options available like Kiwi Sorbet and Coconut Chocolate Chunk. Prepare to line up in the Summer. Sit outside & meet new friends or old. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays: two scoops in a made-on-the-spot waffle 'taco', topped with whipped cream - add a delicious & unique topping like toffee brittle or buckwheat honey - wow!
Vancouver's first vegetarian restaurant and open 24 hours! Live music & local art for sale. Try the Oaxaca Quesadilla, Dragon Bowl or Zippy Noodles. Naam soups are incredible on a rainy day along with their homemade bread & veggie butter! There is often a line up during busy times so it is best to plan ahead.
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The Naam
2724 W 4th AveVancouver's first vegetarian restaurant and open 24 hours! Live music & local art for sale. Try the Oaxaca Quesadilla, Dragon Bowl or Zippy Noodles. Naam soups are incredible on a rainy day along with their homemade bread & veggie butter! There is often a line up during busy times so it is best to plan ahead.
Everything Else
Stanley Park is ~900 acres of urban park. Designated as a Canadian national historic site, home to the Vancouver Zoo & Aquarium, there are several beaches & 8kms of sea wall to walk.
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Parque Stanley
610 Pipeline RdStanley Park is ~900 acres of urban park. Designated as a Canadian national historic site, home to the Vancouver Zoo & Aquarium, there are several beaches & 8kms of sea wall to walk.
The museum features displays of world arts and cultures, focusing on First Nations of the Pacific Northwest with prominent displays of the work fo Bill Reid.
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Museum of Anthropology
6393 NW Marine DrThe museum features displays of world arts and cultures, focusing on First Nations of the Pacific Northwest with prominent displays of the work fo Bill Reid.
The Night Market is the embodiment of a Hong Kong style night market. It is a great place to try Hong Kong style street food & check out the wares of hundreds of vendors.
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Richmond Night Market
8351 River RdThe Night Market is the embodiment of a Hong Kong style night market. It is a great place to try Hong Kong style street food & check out the wares of hundreds of vendors.
Parks & Nature
Located amongst a grove of old growth Douglas Firs, the suspension bridge is ~500' long & ~200' above the Capilano River. For the truly adventurous, there is a canopy walk above the trees
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano RdLocated amongst a grove of old growth Douglas Firs, the suspension bridge is ~500' long & ~200' above the Capilano River. For the truly adventurous, there is a canopy walk above the trees
Rising ~4,000' above sea level, Grouse Mountain is a popular ski destination in the winter. In the summer, Grouse is home to a lumberjack show, wildlife demonstrations & other activities
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Grouse Mountain @ Skyride station
Rising ~4,000' above sea level, Grouse Mountain is a popular ski destination in the winter. In the summer, Grouse is home to a lumberjack show, wildlife demonstrations & other activities
Want a water tour of the harbour on a budget? For under $5 per person you can cross Burrard Inlet on the Seabus. A part of our transit system, it provides the opportunity to see all of our port
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Waterfront Station
601 West Cordova StreetWant a water tour of the harbour on a budget? For under $5 per person you can cross Burrard Inlet on the Seabus. A part of our transit system, it provides the opportunity to see all of our port
A great park full of walking trails. Be aware that the trails are sometimes used by horseback riders. You may also see coyotes; if so, they will be more afraid of you than you of them.
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Pacific Spirit Regional Park
5495 W 16th AveA great park full of walking trails. Be aware that the trails are sometimes used by horseback riders. You may also see coyotes; if so, they will be more afraid of you than you of them.
Gorgeous sandy beach with great walking path that parallels NW Marine Drive. At low tide the water is very warm. There are bathrooms, changing rooms and concessions stands.
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Locarno Beach
Gorgeous sandy beach with great walking path that parallels NW Marine Drive. At low tide the water is very warm. There are bathrooms, changing rooms and concessions stands.
Suspended walkways and tree platforms high above the forest floor, the 310-m-long tree top canopy walkway hangs from huge Douglas firs, cedars and grand firs, many of which are over 100 years old. Nearly 20m above the forest floor, the walkway will give you a bird’s eye view of Vancouver’s magnificent coastal temperate rain forest. The Treewalk is located in UBC Botanical Garden and is a truly different way to experience the flora and fauna of our amazing province.
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Jardín Botánico de la UBC
6804 SW Marine DrSuspended walkways and tree platforms high above the forest floor, the 310-m-long tree top canopy walkway hangs from huge Douglas firs, cedars and grand firs, many of which are over 100 years old. Nearly 20m above the forest floor, the walkway will give you a bird’s eye view of Vancouver’s magnificent coastal temperate rain forest. The Treewalk is located in UBC Botanical Garden and is a truly different way to experience the flora and fauna of our amazing province.
This is the local "clothing optional" beach where there is always something interesting to check out.
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Pacific Spirit Hostel
1935 Lower MallThis is the local "clothing optional" beach where there is always something interesting to check out.
Sightseeing
With streets paved with cobblestones, Gastown is the oldest neighbourhood in the city. While there, check out the Gastown Steam Clock, the arts & cultural attractions & the numerous restaurants
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Gastown
With streets paved with cobblestones, Gastown is the oldest neighbourhood in the city. While there, check out the Gastown Steam Clock, the arts & cultural attractions & the numerous restaurants
Entertainment & Activities
First run movies with great seats and awesome popcorn. Groupon often has a coupon.
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Dunbar Theatre
4555 Dunbar StFirst run movies with great seats and awesome popcorn. Groupon often has a coupon.
Great saltwater pool with lanes for those that like laps and a free swim area for those that don't.
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Kitsilano Pool
2305 Cornwall AveGreat saltwater pool with lanes for those that like laps and a free swim area for those that don't.