Samantha’s guidebook

Samantha
Samantha’s guidebook

Food scene

A bright, friendly and delicious spot a few blocks from our home for morning coffee and breakfast.
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FLOURIST
3433 Commercial St
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A bright, friendly and delicious spot a few blocks from our home for morning coffee and breakfast.
The line-ups are long but worth it! Arrive early and if it's a warm evening, sitting in the back garden is a lovely treat. A perfect way to experience this neighbourhood's "Little Italy" roots.
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Via Tevere Pizzeria
1190 Victoria Dr
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The line-ups are long but worth it! Arrive early and if it's a warm evening, sitting in the back garden is a lovely treat. A perfect way to experience this neighbourhood's "Little Italy" roots.
No better patio on The Drive than Havana Restaurant for yummy Cuban food, fresh cocktails and endless people watching.
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Havana Vancouver
1212 Commercial Dr
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No better patio on The Drive than Havana Restaurant for yummy Cuban food, fresh cocktails and endless people watching.

Sightseeing

A hidden gem in Vancouver. This 70-acre park around a beautiful lake is only 15 minutes from the downtown core yet many Vancouver locals don't even know about it. You can walk the trail around the lake in 20 minutes if you don't stop for ice cream at the concession stand!
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Trout Lake Beach
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A hidden gem in Vancouver. This 70-acre park around a beautiful lake is only 15 minutes from the downtown core yet many Vancouver locals don't even know about it. You can walk the trail around the lake in 20 minutes if you don't stop for ice cream at the concession stand!
While some public markets are tourist traps, Vancouver's Public Market is genuinely beloved by locals and tourists alike. Local staples and delicacies, as well as specialty foods from around the world, will delight culinary artists, rookie chefs and everyone in between. There's always live performers in the summer and be sure to check out the Net Loft and other shops around the market for unique crafts that are not your usual tourist trinkets.
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Granville Island
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While some public markets are tourist traps, Vancouver's Public Market is genuinely beloved by locals and tourists alike. Local staples and delicacies, as well as specialty foods from around the world, will delight culinary artists, rookie chefs and everyone in between. There's always live performers in the summer and be sure to check out the Net Loft and other shops around the market for unique crafts that are not your usual tourist trinkets.

Neighbourhoods

A culturally rich and authentic neighbourhood, Commercial Drive - also known as "The Drive" - is one of the best and most colourful shopping, dining and nightlife districts you will find in the city. Day or evening, The Drive offers 22 full blocks to explore with over 300 boutiques, an eclectic collection of restaurants, a vibrant live music scene, theatres, coffee houses, specialty food stores and bakeries. A one of a kind experience!
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Commercial Drive
Commercial Drive
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A culturally rich and authentic neighbourhood, Commercial Drive - also known as "The Drive" - is one of the best and most colourful shopping, dining and nightlife districts you will find in the city. Day or evening, The Drive offers 22 full blocks to explore with over 300 boutiques, an eclectic collection of restaurants, a vibrant live music scene, theatres, coffee houses, specialty food stores and bakeries. A one of a kind experience!

City/town information

Whistler is one of Canada's most popular ski resorts but when the snow melts, the fun doesn't stop. If you get up early, you can make it a day trip from Vancouver as it's a 1.5-2 hour drive. From bear spotting and mountain biking to easy hikes or lounging by its many beautiful lakes, Whistler in the summer is a great adventure to add onto your Vancouver visit.
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Whistler
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Whistler is one of Canada's most popular ski resorts but when the snow melts, the fun doesn't stop. If you get up early, you can make it a day trip from Vancouver as it's a 1.5-2 hour drive. From bear spotting and mountain biking to easy hikes or lounging by its many beautiful lakes, Whistler in the summer is a great adventure to add onto your Vancouver visit.

Arts + culture

A beloved cultural institution in East Vancouver, check out The Rio theatre for their indie film line-up and live music.
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Rio Theatre
1660 E Broadway
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A beloved cultural institution in East Vancouver, check out The Rio theatre for their indie film line-up and live music.

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Hop on the Skytrain to get to the downtown core quickly.

You can ride all day for $10.75
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Bard on the Beach

If you're into Shakespeare, don't miss these fanciful open-air theatre shows on the waterfront. A 15-minute drive from our home.
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Bring a cloth shopping bag for the Farmer's Market

You'll want to pack at least one cloth shopping bag to pile in all your goodies from the Saturday morning Trout Lake Farmer's Market!