{"id":942,"date":"2021-09-03T18:56:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-03T12:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/a-girl-next-door.com\/?p=942"},"modified":"2022-02-15T00:33:31","modified_gmt":"2022-02-14T18:33:31","slug":"city-guide-vancouver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/a-girl-next-door.com\/en\/city-guide-vancouver\/","title":{"rendered":"City Guide: Vancouver"},"content":{"rendered":"

Between the ocean and the mountains, Vancouver is considered one of the most pleasant cities to live in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although his nickname of Raincover<\/em> sticks to its skin for its rainy days, the winters there are much milder than in the rest of Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to do in Vancouver?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 <\/strong>Stanley Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With its 400 hectares (10% larger than Central Park), this green lung just a few minutes from downtown is the favorite place for Vancouverites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Several activities are possible there: hikes under its vertiginous trees, horse-drawn carriage rides, visits to the aquarium, souvenir photos in front of the astonishing Siwash Rock or in front of its totems, beaches, walks or rollerblading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The best of the best: Cycling on the Seawall Walk<\/em>, a trail that runs around the park along the coastline, for 28 km to reach the city's convention center. You will discover many viewpoints of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Definitely a must-see in Vancouver!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7 Gastown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Considered a national historic site, Gastown has become a trendy neighborhood in recent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, we are seeing more and more people from the film and video game industries setting up their offices there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not to mention its many trendy boutiques, bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The shopping street is mainly located on Water Street where there are many souvenir and native art shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obligatory passage to the Steam clock<\/em> : this public clock releases a jet of steam every 15 minutes, and chimes the hours. One of the must-see stops for tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7 Chinatown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Obviously in Chinatown, I won't tell you about its many restaurants of all kinds for cheap and quality food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A highlight of this district: the Chinese garden of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen or called Classical Chinese Garden.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It notably hosts celebrations there during the Chinese New Year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7 Granville Island<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Its main place of interest: its covered public market<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also has a large food court offering dishes from all the cuisines of the world. Ideal for having lunch in front of the seaside with a view of the city, to the sound of street artists performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And what better way to complement your meal than with a good craft beer? Indeed, Granville has several microbreweries, including the Grandville Island Brewery (link a little further down in the article).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7 The Capilano Suspension Bridge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It is one of the most popular attractions near the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located about 15 minutes from the city center, you can cross its 137 meters long, suspended at 70 meters, which moves to the rhythm of the steps of the brave who venture there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attention those who are afraid of heights!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also possible to stroll along the many paths or even walk on the Cliffwalk<\/em>, a wooden platform jutting out into the void, 91 metres high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A shuttle bus serves this place of interest from the city center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7 Canada Place and its marina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A unique national monument, with its 5 white sails, it resembles a boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can take the time to stroll around the marina, along the Waterfront (personally, I loved strolling there in the evening, and seeing the sun set over the Mountains opposite).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many restaurants overlook the marina for your viewing pleasure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7 English Bay Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vancouver has many beaches, the main ones being:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunset Beach, Second Beach, Third Beach, English Bay Beach (most famous for its sunset), Kitsilano Beach etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will be spoiled for choice when it comes to enjoying the white sand during your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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