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Feb 11, 2024 · Granville Island in Vancouver is famous for its many attractions. Here, street performers entertain crowds with their amazing talents. The Improv Centre provides a stage for these artists, adding to the lively vibe of Granville Island.
- Visit the Granville Island Public Market. The Granville Island Public Market is iconic and absolutely must be your first stop when visiting Granville Island.
- Go whale watching. If you didn’t know already, Vancouver is one of the best places to go whale watching on the entire west coast! This Sunset Whale Watching Adventure Tour from Granville Island is one of my favorite ways to take in all the beauty of Vancouver while getting up close and personal with the whales.
- Enjoy beer from Granville Island Brewing. Those who know us know we love craft beer. You’ll often find breweries in our city guides, and why not? Craft beer is so delicious.
- Enjoy waterfront drinks. Granville Island is located in a beautiful area of the city and is surrounded on all sides by the Burrard Inlet. There are tons of places to grab a drink with a view of the ocean and city in the background, or of the Granville Island Marina.
- Do some (food) shopping. When it comes to things to do at Granville Island, the Granville Island Public Market is by far the most famous attraction, with over 50 different stalls selling everything you can imagine, from fresh produce and seafood to hot, ready-to-eat meals.
- … Or take a food tour. As indecisive and overall panicky individuals, we know the pain of trying to make a decision, especially in an environment as overwhelming as the Granville Island Public Market.
- Catch an improv show. Another Granville Island must-do is catching a show at Vancouver’s famous Improv Centre. We cannot explain to you how much we love coming here.
- Sample some brews. For fans of beer, another Granville Island must-do is a visit to Granville Island Brewing Co, which has a brewery and taproom right on the island, offering affordable eats and plenty of tasty beer.
- Granville Island Public Market. The Public Market is, simply put, a large building overflowing with food! There are stalls and tables filled with fresh fruit, seafood, and meat locally sourced.
- Street Performers. I don’t remember ever going to Granville Island and not seeing a street performer. Normally, there is one in front of the Public Market, and another behind it (as well as other spots all over Granville Island).
- Seawall. Granville Island is surrounded by the Seawall. The Seawall is the world’s largest uninterrupted waterfront path. It is 28km or 17mi and goes from Stanley Park to Spanish Banks Park (near the University of British Columbia).
- Aquabus Ferries. On a dock behind the Public Market, you will find the Aquabus Ferries. For a few dollars, you can ride these ferries all over False Creek (from the Burrard Street Bridge to Science World).
- Dana Lynch
- (604) 666-6655
- 1318 Cartwright St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R8, Canada
- Take the Kids to the Granville Island Kids Market. 1496 Cartwright St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3Y5, Canada. Phone +1 604-689-8447. Web Visit website.
- Shop & Dine at the Granville Island Public Market. Public Market, 1689 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9, Canada. Phone +1 604-666-6655.
- Grab a Beer & Take the Brewery Tour at Granville Island Brewing. 1441 Cartwright St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R7, Canada. Phone +1 604-687-2739.
- Eat! 1596 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9, Canada. Phone +1 604-682-6681. If you don't want to eat at the Public Market (see above), there are dozens of restaurants on Granville Island.
Granville Island is filled with seafood restaurants, bistros, bakeries, cafes, and a ton of other eateries where you can grab a bite, relax, and take a break from shopping. Many of these establishments feature patio seating which allows their customers to take in the beautiful views of False Creek while they enjoy their meals.
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