Kitsilano Guidebook
Sightseeing
Granville Island is a must visit, loads of little boutiques, artisans, foodie options and simply a beautiful walk or bike ride away. Take the scenic route there by walking down to kits beach and continue your way along the water. You can also take the Arbutus Greenway as a short cut (usually for coming home).
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Granville Island
Granville Island is a must visit, loads of little boutiques, artisans, foodie options and simply a beautiful walk or bike ride away. Take the scenic route there by walking down to kits beach and continue your way along the water. You can also take the Arbutus Greenway as a short cut (usually for coming home).
You must spend a day at "Kits Beach". Pack a picnic, bring your bathing suit, or just chill out among the many locals who frequent the beach or grassy areas of Kits. Great people watching. Great local eats nearby (Yew St).
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Kitsilano Beach Park
1499 Arbutus StYou must spend a day at "Kits Beach". Pack a picnic, bring your bathing suit, or just chill out among the many locals who frequent the beach or grassy areas of Kits. Great people watching. Great local eats nearby (Yew St).
The MOV is the largest civic museum in Canada and the oldest museum in Vancouver.
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Museum of Vancouver
1100 Chestnut StThe MOV is the largest civic museum in Canada and the oldest museum in Vancouver.
Western Canada's largest professional Shakespeare festival. The theatre Festival runs annually from early June through September.
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Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
1695 Whyte AveWestern Canada's largest professional Shakespeare festival. The theatre Festival runs annually from early June through September.
Located along Northwest Marine Dr west of Tolmie St, Spanish Banks Beach is composed of three distinct sections, east, west, and extension. At low tide, the water is one kilometer off shore.
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Spanish Banks
Located along Northwest Marine Dr west of Tolmie St, Spanish Banks Beach is composed of three distinct sections, east, west, and extension. At low tide, the water is one kilometer off shore.
Renowned for its displays of world arts and cultures, in particular works by First Nation band governments of the Pacific Northwest.
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Museum of Anthropology
6393 NW Marine DrRenowned for its displays of world arts and cultures, in particular works by First Nation band governments of the Pacific Northwest.
Welcome to Stanley Park, Vancouver's first, largest, and most beloved urban park! Stanley Park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of the urban landscape of Vancouver. Explore the 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest and enjoy scenic views of water, mountains, sky, and majestic trees along Stanley Park's famous Seawall.
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Stanley Park
610 Pipeline RdWelcome to Stanley Park, Vancouver's first, largest, and most beloved urban park! Stanley Park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of the urban landscape of Vancouver. Explore the 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest and enjoy scenic views of water, mountains, sky, and majestic trees along Stanley Park's famous Seawall.
If you have the chance on a clear day, take the harbour plane to Victoria for the day.
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Harbour Air
1055 Canada PlIf you have the chance on a clear day, take the harbour plane to Victoria for the day.
The original little blue ferries of Vancouver. Based on Granville Island, they have been serving locals and tourists alike since 1982. They provide year-round service to 9 stops along False Creek, from Kitsilano Beach to Science World.
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False Creek Ferries
1804 Boatlift LnThe original little blue ferries of Vancouver. Based on Granville Island, they have been serving locals and tourists alike since 1982. They provide year-round service to 9 stops along False Creek, from Kitsilano Beach to Science World.
Neighbourhoods
Kitsilano or "Kits" is named after Squamish Chief, August Jack Khatsahlano. The neighborhood is located in Vancouver's West Side along the south shore of English Bay, between the neighborhoods of West Point Grey and Fairview. The area is mostly residential with two main commercial areas, West 4th Avenue and West Broadway, known for their retail stores, restaurants and organic food markets. Notable landmarks in Kitsilano include the Burrard Bridge, Kitsilano Beach, and the Museum of Vancouver/H. R. MacMillan Space Centre.
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Kitsilano
Kitsilano or "Kits" is named after Squamish Chief, August Jack Khatsahlano. The neighborhood is located in Vancouver's West Side along the south shore of English Bay, between the neighborhoods of West Point Grey and Fairview. The area is mostly residential with two main commercial areas, West 4th Avenue and West Broadway, known for their retail stores, restaurants and organic food markets. Notable landmarks in Kitsilano include the Burrard Bridge, Kitsilano Beach, and the Museum of Vancouver/H. R. MacMillan Space Centre.
The West End lies west of Downtown, and, on three sides, is bounded by water: English Bay, Coal Harbour, and Lost Lagoon in world-famous Stanley Park. Recreational amenities are within walking distance for residents of this high-density area. The West End includes Davie Village – traditionally a hub for the city's gay community – and Denman Street, which together provide local shopping and restaurants. This area also has high-end retail on Robson Street and Alberni Street.
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West End
The West End lies west of Downtown, and, on three sides, is bounded by water: English Bay, Coal Harbour, and Lost Lagoon in world-famous Stanley Park. Recreational amenities are within walking distance for residents of this high-density area. The West End includes Davie Village – traditionally a hub for the city's gay community – and Denman Street, which together provide local shopping and restaurants. This area also has high-end retail on Robson Street and Alberni Street.
Coal Harbour is the area of Vancouver’s waterfront between Stanley Park and Canada Place. It’s a beautiful place for walks and cycling along its seawall. Coal Harbour is the modern part of the city lined with glass skyscrapers overlooking Burrard Inlet.
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Coal Harbour
Coal Harbour is the area of Vancouver’s waterfront between Stanley Park and Canada Place. It’s a beautiful place for walks and cycling along its seawall. Coal Harbour is the modern part of the city lined with glass skyscrapers overlooking Burrard Inlet.
Food scene
A neighbourhood restaurant that serves great pizza, pasta and antipasto with good wine in a fun atmosphere. A fav is the Burrata board followed by the gnocchi.
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Nook
1525 Yew StA neighbourhood restaurant that serves great pizza, pasta and antipasto with good wine in a fun atmosphere. A fav is the Burrata board followed by the gnocchi.
From the back of a surf shop parking lot in Tofino, British Columbia emerged a concept. This is a truly local dig that all Vancouverittes love. Great taco's, burrito's and bowls, oh my!
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Tacofino - Kitsilano
1909 W 4th AveFrom the back of a surf shop parking lot in Tofino, British Columbia emerged a concept. This is a truly local dig that all Vancouverittes love. Great taco's, burrito's and bowls, oh my!
TurF is a three-in-one studio, bistro, and boutique. They bring a conscious sweat, a considered menu, and a thoughtful assortment of things they love. Great spot for vegetarian, gluten free, and yummy yummy coffee. Mushroom toast - just say yes!
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TurF
2041 W 4th AveTurF is a three-in-one studio, bistro, and boutique. They bring a conscious sweat, a considered menu, and a thoughtful assortment of things they love. Great spot for vegetarian, gluten free, and yummy yummy coffee. Mushroom toast - just say yes!
A stone’s throw from Kits Beach, this is where it all began for LOCAL Public Eatery. Inspired by the relaxed, Cali-Cool lifestyle & small beachtown vibes, they’ve taken cues to offer a year-round neighbourhood spot where you can comfortably eat, drink & hang out in the best company.
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Local Kitsilano
2210 Cornwall AveA stone’s throw from Kits Beach, this is where it all began for LOCAL Public Eatery. Inspired by the relaxed, Cali-Cool lifestyle & small beachtown vibes, they’ve taken cues to offer a year-round neighbourhood spot where you can comfortably eat, drink & hang out in the best company.
With over 20 ciders on tap, they have some of the finest ciders available from local, BC based cider-makers right in the heart of Kitsilano. We have a plant-based food menu for everyone to enjoy, with many of our ingredients sourced locally. BC’s first Cider House will not disappoint.
The Cider House
1602 Yew StreetWith over 20 ciders on tap, they have some of the finest ciders available from local, BC based cider-makers right in the heart of Kitsilano. We have a plant-based food menu for everyone to enjoy, with many of our ingredients sourced locally. BC’s first Cider House will not disappoint.