Kitsilano: The Heart and Hidden
Gem of British Columbia

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Discover Kitsilano, BC, where stunning beaches, thriving local eateries, and a rich cultural tapestry invite you to experience the epitome of the West Coast lifestyle.

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Shopping, Dining, Family Fun, and Good Times in Kitsilano

Kitsilano’s not-for-profit West 4th BIA represents 8 blocks of the area’s finest collection of unique fashion stores and award-winning restaurants, the largest selection of outdoor and active lifestyle retailers in the city, luxurious day spas and salons, plus leading-edge shops for home decor, baby & family—east to Fir Street and west to Balsam Street. Shop the 250 unique businesses on West 4th Avenue, including global yoga brand, Lululemon Athletica in the city where it was founded. You’ll also find great shops and restaurants on Broadway and in the areas close to the beach.

Delicious Eats
On Every Corner

Kitsilano is home to one of the city’s oldest vegetarian restaurants, The Naam. Open 24-hours a day, the restaurant’s yam fries with miso gravy have inspired many a late-night stop after a night out on the town. You’ll also find plenty of other healthy, organic and farm-to-table options. Down by the water, along the foot of Yew Street and along Cornwall, are lots of casual, neighbourhood bars and restaurants, many of which specialize in seafood and wines and cocktails to match.

Kitsilano, Canada: Loved By All

This wonderful area has been voted as “Vancouver’s Best Neighbourhood” more than five years-running by the readers of the Georgia Straight. Additionally it has been voted “Neighbourhood That Best Represents Vancouver” in the WE West Ender Newspaper, and “Best Shopping Neighbourhood” by the Vancouver Courier.

So Many Convenient Transportation Options in Kitsilano

Buses

TransLink provides a vast network of bus services to specific city areas throughout the day. RapidBus routes and the 99 B-Line provide faster service with fewer stops.

Rail Rapid Transit

Three automated SkyTrain routes run above and below the ground from downtown Vancouver. The Expo line provides service to Burnaby, New Westminster, and Surrey. The Millennium Line provides services to Burnaby, Port Moody, and Coquitlam. The Canada Line provides service to Richmond and the airport.

HandyDART

HandyDART is a door-to-door shared-ride service for people who cannot navigate conventional public transit without assistance.

SeaBus

The SeaBus crosses the Burrard Inlet to provide travel between Waterfront Station in Downtown Vancouver to Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver.

Airplane

The nearest airport to Kitsilano is Coal Harbour Spb (CXH) Airport which is 4.3 km away. Other nearby airports include Vancouver (YVR) (8.2 km), Sechelt (YHS) (49.1 km), Nanaimo (YCD) (56.7 km) and Nanaimo (ZNA) (57.2 km).

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Find Memorable and Fun Activities All Over Kitsilano

The #KitsWings Mural: Perhaps the most photographed spot in Kitsilano, the mural features a massive 40ft x 25ft wingspan, making it a stunning backdrop for a selfie.

Kitsilano’s Secret Swing: This secret beach swing is a beautiful setting for a photo shoot and even more spectacular because you have to work to find it. Ask the locals about the secret swing.

Kitsilano Pool: Kits Pool is the longest swimming pool in Canada at 137 meters, has heated saltwater, and is situated right on the bay with a backdrop of the sea and mountains.

Kits Beach: One of the most popular beaches in the Vancouver and Kitsilano area, especially during summer.

Vancouver Maritime Museum: Delve into the fascinating maritime history of the Pacific Northwest and Arctic. Visitors can explore stories of early explorers, the significance of maritime trade, and the advancements in naval technology which provide a captivating journey through Canada's rich naval heritage and its connection to global maritime history.

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