
Most people know Vancouver for its cityscape, incredible coastal views, and the constant backdrop of mountains.
But what you don’t often see are the hidden Vancouver gems: the community as it used to be, the quirky street life, and constantly changing urban landscape that makes up Vancouver as it is today.
We’ve rounded up a couple of Instagram accounts that showcase the quirkiest, most enchanting parts of our city.
Fred Herzog
A throwback right into the early 1900’s, Fred Herzog’s pictures are aesthetically pleasing and offer a glimpse into the ever-changing urban community in the early days.
Gates and Garages
An account entirely dedicated to the peak of architectural brilliance and the preservation of said buildings, it showcases a variety of gates and garages around East Vancouver.
Time Hole Vancouver
A juxtaposition of old and new, Colin Steele focuses on discovering hidden portals that show us our past, through a variety of spots around Vancouver.
Fonts of Vancouver
A collection of the enchanting fonts found on historic looking buildings around West Vancouver, Fonts of Vancouver proudly showcases a time capsule right into the West End.
Bathrooms of YVR
Exactly what it sounds like. A selection of bathroom reviews from all around Vancouver, rated on their cleanliness,cost, and aesthetic.
Built Vancouver
A stark contrast of colours and textures, Built Vancouver offers up walls around the city that are both tasteful and decorative.
Alfred Drinking Coffee
A picture version of a time-lapse, Alfred Zagloul has a picture of himself drinking a different coffee every day (hence the literal title), with a review of the coffee in the caption.
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