Beach Retreat Guidebook
Sightseeing / Nature
Jericho beach is a little more quiet and relaxing than Kitsilano beach - it's also the closest beach to your location! You can get there by walking towards the water and then 4 blocks west.
337 locals recommend
Jericho Beach Park
3941 Point Grey RdJericho beach is a little more quiet and relaxing than Kitsilano beach - it's also the closest beach to your location! You can get there by walking towards the water and then 4 blocks west.
Kitsilano beach is a popular Vancouver beach with an outdoor public pool, grassy areas for picnics and games as well as a the beautiful beach itself. You can get there by walking towards the water and then east for about 8 blocks - or even quicker by bike.
847 locals recommend
Kitsilano Beach Park
1499 Arbutus StKitsilano beach is a popular Vancouver beach with an outdoor public pool, grassy areas for picnics and games as well as a the beautiful beach itself. You can get there by walking towards the water and then east for about 8 blocks - or even quicker by bike.
A paradise for nature lovers of all ages and abilities, Pacific Spirit Regional Park rings UBC’s Vancouver campus with lush rainforest trails. The 90-hectare park has almost 75 kilometres of walking and hiking paths — 50 kilometres of which are designated multi-use and available for cycling and horseback riding as well. There’s plenty of free parking, but the park is also easily accessible by public transit.
254 locals recommend
Pacific Spirit Regional Park
5495 W 16th AveA paradise for nature lovers of all ages and abilities, Pacific Spirit Regional Park rings UBC’s Vancouver campus with lush rainforest trails. The 90-hectare park has almost 75 kilometres of walking and hiking paths — 50 kilometres of which are designated multi-use and available for cycling and horseback riding as well. There’s plenty of free parking, but the park is also easily accessible by public transit.
Wreck Beach is a clothing-optional beach located in Pacific Spirit Regional Park, which is in turn part of the University Endowment Lands just west of Vancouver.
55 locals recommend
Wreck Beach
Southwest Marine DriveWreck Beach is a clothing-optional beach located in Pacific Spirit Regional Park, which is in turn part of the University Endowment Lands just west of Vancouver.
Food Scene / Cafes
Family-run coffee shop specializing in coffee, gelato, sandwiches and baked goods - walking distance!
15 locals recommend
Corner Cup Coffee House
3301 W 4th AveFamily-run coffee shop specializing in coffee, gelato, sandwiches and baked goods - walking distance!
Local artisanal bakery offering organic baked bread fresh every morning - walking distance!
31 locals recommend
Beyond Bread
3686 W 4th AveLocal artisanal bakery offering organic baked bread fresh every morning - walking distance!
Longtime coffeehouse serving organic espresso & housemade cinnamon - walking distance!
39 locals recommend
Grounds for Coffee
2565 Alma StLongtime coffeehouse serving organic espresso & housemade cinnamon - walking distance!
Casual patisserie & cafe for croissants and other French-style baked goods - a little further away but worth it!
81 locals recommend
Beaucoup Bakery
2150 Fir StCasual patisserie & cafe for croissants and other French-style baked goods - a little further away but worth it!
Locally owned Italian bakery specializing in sourdough breads and pastries - a little further away but worth it!
24 locals recommend
LIVIA Forno e Vino
1399 Commercial DrLocally owned Italian bakery specializing in sourdough breads and pastries - a little further away but worth it!
Food Scene / Casual Dining
Classic pizza & Greek entrees such as souvlaki, along with steak, pasta & BBQ - walking distance!
20 locals recommend
Double DD Pizza
3510 W 4th AveClassic pizza & Greek entrees such as souvlaki, along with steak, pasta & BBQ - walking distance!
Laid-back choice for organic, farm-to-table eats & desserts
60 locals recommend
Aphrodite's Organic Cafe
3605 W 4th AveLaid-back choice for organic, farm-to-table eats & desserts
Relaxed kitchen serving classic Indian such as chicken masala & lamb saag - walking distance!
16 locals recommend
Jolly's Indian Bistro
2928 West 4th AvenueRelaxed kitchen serving classic Indian such as chicken masala & lamb saag - walking distance!
Sushi joint with kitschy decor, serving clever Japanese fare & rolls - walking distance!
77 locals recommend
The Eatery
3431 W BroadwaySushi joint with kitschy decor, serving clever Japanese fare & rolls - walking distance!
Relaxed eatery serving grill fare & craft beer with water views - best "unknown" patio!!
24 locals recommend
The Galley Patio & Grill
1300 Discovery StRelaxed eatery serving grill fare & craft beer with water views - best "unknown" patio!!
Casual spot with a garden patio, nightly live music, serving vegetarian foods
228 locals recommend
The Naam
2724 W 4th AveCasual spot with a garden patio, nightly live music, serving vegetarian foods
Retro diner with kitschy decor draws crowds with breakfast & brunch
59 locals recommend
Sophie's Cosmic Cafe
2095 W 4th AveRetro diner with kitschy decor draws crowds with breakfast & brunch
Food Scene / Fine Dining
Italian fare from a chalkboard menu is served family-style in an intimate room - walking distance!
59 locals recommend
La Quercia
3689 W 4th AveItalian fare from a chalkboard menu is served family-style in an intimate room - walking distance!
Minimalist Japanese restaurant with sushi, sashimi & hot entrees offers omakase - walking distance!
10 locals recommend
Tokyo One Sushi
4443 W 10th AveMinimalist Japanese restaurant with sushi, sashimi & hot entrees offers omakase - walking distance!
Locally sourced New American eats & craft cocktails served in a rustic-chic locale
37 locals recommend
The Mackenzie Room
415 Powell StLocally sourced New American eats & craft cocktails served in a rustic-chic locale
Stylish eatery offering ambitious vegetarian/vegan fare & a bar that's open late
184 locals recommend
The Acorn Restaurant
3995 Main StStylish eatery offering ambitious vegetarian/vegan fare & a bar that's open late
Say Mercy
4298 Fraser StItalian through the lens of American barbeque
Warm, laid-back Italian eatery offering classics from pasta to cocktails & wine
25 locals recommend
Pepino's Spaghetti House
631 Commercial DrWarm, laid-back Italian eatery offering classics from pasta to cocktails & wine