Welcome to Downtown
Tucked between skyscrapers, you’ll find gems all over Downtown that showcase what Vancouver is known for. Stylish, nature-loving, and extremely friendly, get ready to experience West Coast urban living in this neighbourhood.
START EXPLORINGRESTAURANTS
Downtown Vancouver’s restaurants are some of the best in the world. For any global cuisine, you’ll have more options than you can count, from delectable fine dining to that mouth watering hole-in-the-wall down the street. A good meal is guaranteed here.
COFFEE SHOPS
You’ll be hard pressed to find a street corner without a cafe to soothe your caffeine craving. Here, West Coast coffee is a source of pride. Choose from dozens of local roasters like Prado, Buro Espresso Bar, and 49th Parallel.
SHOPPING
Downtown Vancouver is a shopping hub where you can find your favourite brands or stroll the streets to discover the next hottest trend in the city’s many boutiques. For retail therapy, visit Pacific Centre or Robson Street and spend the day browsing hundreds of stores.
PARKS & BEACHES
With Stanley Park in your backyard, you’ll have access to the city’s best trails, beaches, and parks. Catch summer fireworks at Sunset Beach or skate at Robson Square in the winter. You’re never more than a few minutes away from idyllic outdoor relaxation.
ACTIVE LIFE
Downtown is built for walking and biking. Dedicated pathways innervate the city, and no matter what time it is, you’ll find someone jogging on the sidewalk. For those rainy months, head to one of the area’s many local gyms and rec centres to get your sweat on.
SCHOOLS & LIBRARIES
The Vancouver Public Library, styled after a Roman Colosseum, is the city’s architectural jewel. Filled with floors of books and resources, the library is a perfect complement to the dozen schools and higher education institutions found here.
ATTRACTIONS
Downtown Vancouver is a cultural and tourist haven, home to attractions like Canada Place, the Vancouver Art Gallery, Chinatown, Robson Square, and the Granville Strip, to name a few. There are so many options that you might have an easier time asking what not to do.
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Amid the hustle and bustle of the city, you’ll find a wealth of wellness spaces and spas to relax your mind, body, and spirit. Book a treatment at Breathe Spa Vancouver or get your hair done at one of the many locally owned salons and barbershops.
