Having lived in downtown Vancouver for 6 years, we know our stuff and I’ve shared so much of what we got up to on this Vancouver trave blog.

If you’re visiting Vancouver, have just moved here or are a local looking for something new to do, you’re sure to find it in one of our free Vancouver travel guides.

These Vancouver blogs include the best things to do, guided hiking tours in Vancouver, where to stay and eat or drink and information on the different districts. I also cover the pros and cons of owning a car in Vancouver to help you decide whether it’s worth it.

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Wondering what it’s like to live in Vancouver? Check out my guide to the 27 pros and cons of living in Vancouver. This will help you answer questions about how expensive is it to live in Vancouver, or what are the traffic, nightlife and schools like in Vancouver.

Looking for the best 1 day in Vancouver itinerary? I’ve pulled together Vancouver’s best attractions to make the best day trip in Vancouver itinerary.

G A S T O W N

Gastown is the oldest Vancouver neighbourhood. It’s home to cobbled streets, the Gastown Steam Clock, cute stores and some delicious restaurants. If you only have one day in Vancouver, make sure to visit Gastown!

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Y A L E T O W N

If one side of Vancouver is all outdoor adventure, then Yaletown is the other side. It’s the botox, nails, spas, spin classes and pilates side. If you’re looking for a bar to grab a few drinks at a rooftop bar in Vancouver, or some delicious food close to downtown, then Yaletown is the place to be. This is also where the nickname for Vancouver, ‘city of glass’, comes from.

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K I T S I L A N O

Kitsilano was the only area I’d heard of when we first arrived in Vancouver. It’s home to beautiful sandy beaches, great shopping and a chilled-out, relaxed vibe. Oh, and what seems like half of Ireland!

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W E S T E N D

I’m a firm believer that this is the best neighbourhood in downtown Vancouver. This is where we lived throughout our time in Vancouver. We loved being just 1 block from the beach, but also stores and a quick 10-minute cycle to downtown or Stanley Park.

In the West End you’re in the middle of downtown but get peace and quiet too.

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vancouver hotels — Best place to stay in the West End

Vancouver travel guides — What to do in the west end

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M A I N S T R E E T

If you’re a hipster you’re going to love Main Street. Main Street is where you’ll find cool independent coffee shops and boutiques, a lot of vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurants and a tonne of local breweries and some of the best croissants in Vancouver.

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G R A N V I L L E I S L A N D

Granville Island is a must if you’re visiting Vancouver for the first time. The food market sells a plethora of tasty vegetables, fruits, meats, seafood, sweet treats and more. Plus, there’s a great art scene with comedy and theatre and often live music in the summer. Check out these Vancouver guides to the (not really an island) island.