Looking for the best bars in Vancouver with tasty drinks and immaculate vibes? We here at Vancouver Tips love a good evening out, and while we’re most often found hanging at one of Vancouver’s ten million breweries, we like to class things up now and again with nice cocktails and an atmospheric vibe to match. … Read more
From its iconic Steam Clock and cobblestoned photo opps to its wide array of restaurants, bars, and boutiques, there is truly no shortage of fun things to do in Gastown, one of the most popular neighborhoods in Vancouver. This scenic slice of the Downtown core has long been one of the most visited areas of … Read more
From beautiful gardens and beaches to an abundance of museums and galleries, there’s really no shortage of fun things to do at UBC. As an SFU alumnus, I can say that while there are a lot of fun things to do in Burnaby, Surrey, and Downtown Vancouver (all areas where SFU has a campus), there’s … Read more
Visiting Stanley Park is usually recommended as one of the top things to do in Vancouver, but what can you actually do at Stanley Park? The list (as you’ll soon see) is wildly long. From photo opps and stunning views to public art, picnic spots, water parks and all sorts of fun seasonal events, there … Read more
From the city’s coolest microbreweries to an abundance of great murals, bars, and restaurants, it’s safe to say that those looking for fun things to do in Mount Pleasant have plenty of options. Mount Pleasant is hands down one of our favourite places to hang out in the city, and, alongside Kitsilano, is one of … Read more
From surreal sunsets and beaches to an abundance of great food options, there’s plenty of great things to do in Vancouver’s West End, for visitors and locals alike. Known for its chill, laid back vibe, the West End is one of the most sought after neighbourhoods in Vancouver, and (honestly) one of the most fun. … Read more
From amazing restaurants and bars to great thrifting opportunities, those looking for fun things to do on Vancouver’s Commercial Drive have plenty of choice. Spanning 22 blocks end to end, Commercial Drive (or as it’s known locally “The Drive”) is one of the city’s best known neighborhoods. For a long time, it enjoyed a reputation … Read more
From its famous beach and giant pool to fun museums, shopping and food spots, those looking for things to do in Kitsilano are well and truly spoiled for choice. There are few Vancouver neighbourhoods with as distinct a personality as Kits. Just mention the name and local minds will usually drift to thoughts of Lululemon-clad … Read more
Tacos, vegan comfort food, oysters – you name it, and Yaletown has a Happy Hour for it. Good thing too, because this swanky Vancouver neighbourhood is notoriously pricey. As Yaletown residents ourselves, Happy Hour is possibly the one thing that keeps us from going bankrupt. But where is the best place to go for Happy … Read more
Said to be North America’s first and largest “Little Punjab”, the Punjabi Market neighbourhood in Vancouver, BC refers to a 3 block commercial district on Main St, from East 48th to East 51st. Once upon a time, this neighbourhood was a thriving hub for Vancouver’s South Asian population, with over 300 shops, an array of … Read more