Consistently ranked as one of Canada’s most walkable cities, Vancouver can easily be accomplished on foot or by using public transportation. With three SkyTrain lines and a public ferry service, Vancouver’s neighborhoods and nearby communities of Richmond, Burnaby, and Surrey, are all well connected. Plus, Vancouver’s comprehensive system of dedicated bike paths means you can easily get from one end of the city to the other without a car.

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Home to a dynamic culinary scene, Vancouver is a destination for food lovers. Thanks to its cultural diversity, the city’s culinary landscape is comprised of flavors from all corners of the world. Feast on Indigenous dishes, and sample Japanese, Chinese, and Indian-inspired cuisine in various settings ranging from casual food trucks to coveted Michelin-starred fine dining establishments. Bound to the north by Burrard Inlet and to the south by the Fraser River, the city’s geographic location combined with its sustainability ethos means seafood and locally-sourced produce feature prominently on menus throughout the city.

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Enveloped by several bodies of water and glacial peaks, and boasting several sandy beaches and vast networks of boulder-strewn and root-filled terrain, Vancouverites enjoy unparalleled access to the outdoors year-round. With a reputation for casually roaming the city in athleisure, locals are always ready to transition from office to the outdoors as they embrace the ample opportunities to hike, paddle, ski, and snowboard.

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Often seen as a haven for outdoor adventurers, Vancouver’s cultural offerings are largely undervalued. Aside from neighborhoods like Chinatown and Little India, the city’s abundance of museums, art galleries, and cultural spaces are also dedicated to telling stories and celebrating the heritage and contributions of many of the culturally diverse groups that have shaped the city, even before its founding in 1886.

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Though downtown is favored for its central location and close proximity to entertainment venues, cultural landmarks, dining options, and retail hubs, Vancouver is home to plenty more distinct neighborhoods that are also worth spending time in. Peruse the vintage shops and indie cafes of hipster Mount Pleasant, the fine dining restaurants of bougie Yaletown, and laze away on the stretches of sandy beaches in the once hippy-dippy neighborhood of Kitsilano.

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