I compiled a list of three places you must absolutely go if you go to Vancouver. These are places that the residents of Vancouver also enjoyed very much.

West end of Georgia Street (map)
You cannot leave Vancouver without a visit to Stanley Park where you can admire the big trees, take a picture in front of the hollow tree, see the remarkable totem poles, and have a picnic on the park after a walk on one of the many park trails. The most famous trail amongst visitors ans [...]

1689 Johnston Street (map)
604-666-5784
I went for the public market but there is a lot more than you can do on Grandville Island. Therefore, you can plan to pass an entire afternoon on the island. There is a water park for kids. I suggest that you eat lunch since they are plenty of good eatery places across the island. [...]

740 West Hastings Street (map)
604-915-7200
Known for its exotic brews and latte art, this coffee shop expanded over the years and have now several locations. Launched by two brothers, Caffè Artigiano acquired a solid reputation when one brother started competing on barista championships. Overall, Sammy Piccolo is three-time Canadian barista champion and and arrived second at the 2009 World Barista Championships (WBC). [...]
Vancouver | August 18, 2010 | by Kim Vallee