Welcome to Vancouver!

You will want to take advantage of all the amazing things Vancouver has to offer while you are here! We've put together a sample of some of our favourite places to go and things to do in the city, for inspiration.

Our Faves/Recommendations

Sushi

Top Picks:

1. Temaki Sushi - Our Friday night go-to

2. Yamato Sushi - Julie's old fave

3. Miku - Where Neeraj likes to splurge on Salmon Aburi

4. Kadoya Sushi - One of Pierre's (Julie's dad) favourites!

Restaurants

1. Casereccio - Our top pick for fresh homemade pasta and gelato. Make a reso!

2. Tacofino - Local favourite for tacos and burritos

3. Bagheera - Superbe cocktails and Indian food speakeasy in Chinatown. Tell us if you want to get in!

Family Friendly Fun

1. Fly Over Canada - Looks like a tourist trap, and worth every penny.

2. Vancouver Aquarium

3. Science World - Even fun for adults

4. Granville Island Market - Take the aquabus if you are staying downtown

5. PNE - Rides and Food trucks! So much fun to be had here.

Coffee

1. Nemesis - has excellent breakfast and coffee

2. Platform 7 - Location of our first date!

3. Moja - Hands down, best croissant/coffee in town.

4. 49th Parallel - If you like fancy donuts with your coffee

Brunch

1. Jam Cafe - Arrive early to avoid the line!

2. Botanist - Beautiful spot for a special brunch and cocktails

3. Cafe Medina - have the waffles

4. OEB - many options, great breakfast.

Outdoor/Walks

1. Stanley Park/Seawall

2. Queen Elizabeth Park - beautiful rose gardens and view of the city. Seasons in the Park restaurant is also worth checking out!

3. Capilano Suspension Bridge - take the free shuttle from downtown!

4. Kits Beach (Nova's Fave)

5. Pacific Spirit Park - for a true west coast feel in the forest

Cocktail Bars

1. Pourhouse

2. Fairmont Pacific Rim Lobby -Great live music and cocktails

3. Keefer Bar - warning: eclectic vibe, but worth it.

4. Mezcalaria - For a killer marg.

5. Grapes & Soda - Location of one of our first dates.

Shopping Areas

1. Pacific Centre - A mix of everything

2. W 4th Avenue - Mostly boutiques

3. Robson St/Alberni St