The Crown Jewel
of the West Coast.

With its mountain backdrop and urban beaches, Vancouver has the rightly earned reputation of being one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

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The Crown Jewel
of the West Coast.

Vancouver has grown into a cosmopolitan city nestled in the great outdoors. Enjoy the snow-capped mountains, waterfront forests, cityside beaches, Olympic history and the world’s highest suspension bridge…all in one of the most beautiful places on the planet.

Showcasing this scenic urban city in all it’s natural glory.

With its mountain backdrop and urban beaches, Vancouver has the rightly earned reputation of being one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Extensive parks, scenic trails and relatively equable climate that keeps temperatures mild throughout the year, Vancouver is a paradise for leisure activities. But it also boasts a busy cultural life, and the modern Downtown is easily explored on foot.

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Food & Drink

From international cuisine to local seafoood, quaint wine bars to craft breweries, Vancouver has an endless amount of food & drink options for you to choose from.

FOOD & DRINK GUIDE

Restaurants

High end dining to boutique hidden gems, there’s an endless selection of Vancouver restaurants to choose from.

FOOD & DRINK GUIDE

Coffee Shops

From Commercial Drive to Coal Harbour, Vancouver is stacked with stellar craft roasters and purveyors of amazing local, national, and international beans.

FOOD & DRINK GUIDE

Breweries

You don’t have to travel far to find a Vancouver brewery serving up a hoppy IPA or a perfectly balanced Pilsner.

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Shops & Services

With several shopping districts to serve you, Vancouver has a lot of variety of shopping, lifestyle and fine art venues in the city, as well as a fantastic range of facilities and essential services.

SHOPPING GUIDE

Retail Shopping

As a cosmopolitan metropolis, shopping here runs from international designers and popular brands in shop-‘til-you-drop malls, through to local designers and one-of-a-kind craft studios in unique neighbourhoods.

BEAUTY & BARBER GUIDE

Beauty & The Barber

Indulge in some much deserved pampering. With luxurious spas, hair studios, blow bars, nail salons and more, For the gents, Vancouver has some uber cool barber shops to get a clean cut.

HEALTH & FITNESS GUIDE

Health & Fitness

Whether you’re looking for conscious choices, or simply looking for some “me time,” Vancouver has plenty of options that are good for the mind and the body.

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Shopping Districts

Explore our city guides and find tons of great info, photos, virtual tours, videos on some of the hottest activities, attractions, restaurants, shops, services, accommodations and so much more.

SHOPPING DISTRICT

Main Street

Main Street is known to many locals as where the city’s hipsters congregate, but it’s a whole lot more than that. If you’re going to for the shopping, hit the stretch between 8th Avenue and King Edward Avenue and find and abundance of cutting edge boutiques with practical amenities.

SHOPPING DISTRICT

West 4th

Like Kitsilano itself, West 4th is sporty, novel and trendy all at the same time. Located just a few blocks north of Kits Beach, West 4th Avenue is a hub for Kitsilano shopping and dining.

SHOPPING DISTRICT

Yaletown

Whether you’re looking for conscious choices, or simply looking for some “me time,” Vancouver has plenty of options that are good for the mind and the body.

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Restaurants, Spas, Hair Salons, Cafes, Real Estate, Pubs, Spin Studios, Womens Clothing, Grouse Mountain, Rentals, Hotels, Yoga Studios

Activities

Known as an outdoor paradise, Vancouver has activities for everyone. From hiking the local mountains to kayaking in False Creek, Vancouver has the right activity for you.

GOLFING GUIDE

Golfing

With dozens of excellent golf courses and amazing views, Vancouver offers spectacular golfing for all skill levels. Learn more about our local courses.

SKI & SNOWBOARD GUIDE

Skiing & Snowboarding

Snow seldom falls in the city, yet Vancouverites enjoy easy access to some of the best downhill and cross-country ski facilities in North America.

HIKING GUIDE

Hiking

Panoramic mountain top views, tranquil lakes, thick west coast rain forests, beautiful waterfalls, and breathtaking alpine scenery are just a few of the many spectacular outdoor experiences along the hiking trails near Vancouver.

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Must See Attractions

Vancouver has an endless supply of attractions and things to see and do. It doesn't matter what time of day or what time of year - whether you want to be indoors or out, active or a spectator, spend a lot of money or none at all - Vancouver has it all!

TOP ATTRACTION

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Vancouver, British Columbia. The reason is simple, there are so many things to see and do!

TOP ATTRACTION

Grouse Mountain

Just 15 minutes from downtown, Vancouver’s premier attraction offers the perfect destination for a truly rewarding and memorable experience.

TOP ATTRACTION

Vancouver Aquarium

Hear the roar of majestic sea lions, smell the warm Amazon air, or watch playful sea otters. With more than 30 exhibits ranging from the Tropics to the Arctic, a full-sensory experience awaits at the world famous Vancouver Aquarium.

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Guided Tours

By ground, sea or air, there's no better way to experience the beauty and history of Vancouver than with a professional tour guide.spend a lot of money or none at all - Vancouver has it all!

WALK, BUS OR BIKE

City Tours

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Vancouver, British Columbia. The reason is simple, there are so many things to see and do!

CULINARY VIEWS

Dinner Cruises

Just 15 minutes from downtown, Vancouver’s premier attraction offers the perfect destination for a truly rewarding and memorable experience.

BIRDSEYE VIEW

Seaplane Tours

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Places To Stay

From economical to boutique, Vancouver accommodations are sure to suit any traveller's budget and tastes. Find your perfect vacation rental, hotel or B&B right here!

ACCOMMODATION

Hotels

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Vancouver, British Columbia. The reason is simple, there are so many things to see and do!

ACCOMMODATION

Vacation Rentals

Just 15 minutes from downtown, Vancouver’s premier attraction offers the perfect destination for a truly rewarding and memorable experience.

ACCOMMODATION

Bed & Breakfast

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Showcase Your Space

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Find A Home

From economical to boutique, Vancouver accommodations are sure to suit any traveller's budget and tastes. Find your perfect vacation rental, hotel or B&B right here!

HOMES FOR SALE

Real Estate

Looking to buy a home in paradise? You can find hot Vancouver properties for sale with GoVanCity.

LONG TERM LEASE

Property Rentals

Search for long term property rentals with GoVanCity today and find Vancouver apartment, condo, townhome and house rentals packed full of local neighbourhood information.

HOME & CONDO DEVELOPMENTS

New Construction

Vancouver new construction has exploded in the last decade. You can find great new condo developments, single family homes and new townhomes with GoVanCity.

Know The Neighbourhood

If a city is judged by its diversity and culture, we’re proud to say that Vancouver’s neighbourhoods take top honours. Check out our comprehensive neighbourhood guide of all the unique and diverse neighbourhoods in our beautiful city.

AREA GUIDE

Kitsilano

Kitsilano, known locally as Kits, is synonymous with famous Kits Beach—named one of the “top 10 best city beaches in the world” by international travel magazines, and perfect for outdoor fitness.

AREA GUIDE

Main

Tucked up tightly against the city’s downtown core, the West End is one of the easiest neighbourhoods to shop, relax, wander and explore.

AREA GUIDE

Olympic Village

Since the 2010 Winter Olympics, Olympic Village has become a hot spot for trendy businesses, restaurants and plenty of green space.

AREA GUIDE

Coal Harbour

The Westside (as the locals like to call it) has always been appreciated for its quiet beaches, rolling hills of orchards, and fantastic outdoor activities.

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Cool Condo Buildings

The skyline in Vancouver has changed dramatically over the last decade, and with that comes a ton of great condo options for you to choose from. GoVancity has detailed profiles on some of the hottest condo buildings in Vancouver. Search our condo guide and find the perfect place to call home.

CONDOO GUIDE

The Erickson

Yaletown

CONDOO GUIDE

Shaw Tower

Coal Harbour

Tucked up tightly against the city’s downtown core, the West End is one of the easiest neighbourhoods to shop, relax, wander and explore.

CONDOO GUIDE

Park West II

Yaletown

Since the 2010 Winter Olympics, Olympic Village has become a hot spot for trendy businesses, restaurants and plenty of green space.

CONDOO GUIDE

Shangri-La

Downtown

Since the 2010 Winter Olympics, Olympic Village has become a hot spot for trendy businesses, restaurants and plenty of green space.

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New Construction

CONDOO GUIDE

The Erickson

Yaletown

CONDOO GUIDE

Shaw Tower

Coal Harbour

Tucked up tightly against the city’s downtown core, the West End is one of the easiest neighbourhoods to shop, relax, wander and explore.

CONDOO GUIDE

Park West II

Yaletown

Since the 2010 Winter Olympics, Olympic Village has become a hot spot for trendy businesses, restaurants and plenty of green space.

CONDOO GUIDE

Shangri-La

Downtown

Since the 2010 Winter Olympics, Olympic Village has become a hot spot for trendy businesses, restaurants and plenty of green space.

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