If you’re in need of a spa day, a night out or even a weekend away with your best gal pals—there are plenty of fun spots to check out in and around Vancouver. Below is a list of 7 ideas to help you get the party started.
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Happy Hour
If you’re looking for a great place to have a few drinks and some nibbles, check out Joe Fortes, The Wine Bar, or Glowbal. These are just a few of the best spots to have a drink after a long day and prepare yourself for a fun evening ahead.
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Dine Out
Vancouver is home to many delicious restaurants including Hawksworth, Gotham Steakhouse, Medina Cafe, Market by Jean-Georges, Le Crocodile, Fable and Vij’s, just to name a few.
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Shop Til’ You Drop
Robson Street is one of the best places downtown to get some shopping done. It is full of well-known designers and famous brands. Pacific Centre and Holt Renfrew are also nearby which make it a great shopping destination. If you’re looking for unique items, check out the boutiques in Granville Island or Yaletown. Another popular choice is Metrotown, with nearly 400 stores; it is the largest shopping centre in B.C. The McArthurGlen designer outlet is now open near the Vancouver Airport and offers a range of stores, including Nike and Coach.
Try A New Activity
Get out and try something new! Go to a karaoke bar, like Fantacity or Millennium Karaoke. Or you can test out your teamwork skills by trying an escape room at Locked Canada or Trapped Vancouver.
Just Dance
If you’re looking to have a good time and blow off some steam, Granville Street is where you want to be. Check out favourites Republic, The Roxy, and Celebrities on Davie Street.
Get Outside
Summer’s not quite over yet! If the weather’s nice go for a hike at The Chief or do the Grouse Grind. If you’d prefer water activities, try kayaking or paddle boarding in Deep Cove. There are also plenty of gardens to check out for a simple nature walk, like VanDusen Botanical Garden or Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden.
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Pack Your Bags
Whistler is the perfect destination if you’re looking to extend your night out and get away from the city for a weekend. There’s lots of shopping in the village, tons of great restaurants, like Araxi and Rim Rock Café. You can take the peak-to-peak gondola and enjoy all of the beautiful scenery. If a spa day is what you are craving most, be sure to check out the Scandinave Spa. This spa allows you to be immersed in nature while enjoying a number of different Scandinavian baths that are either hot or cold. There are saunas, steam rooms and hammocks that overlook the mountains.
Written by: Meagan Gill