Robson Street, Vancouver

Vancity’s shopping district

The place for high street shopping

Robson Street shopping, the city’s premier retail district, is known for the global brand stores that grace the sidewalks of this Vancouver neighbourhood.

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Robsonstrasse

The street earned this historic nickname post-WWII, after a surge of German shop openings

Streetcar tracks were laid down the street in 1895, connecting Robson Street’s stores and restaurants. In the post-war era, the street transformed into a vibrant shopping district with delis, bakeries and high-fashion boutiques, creating a truly international marketplace shaped by immigration.

Robson Street is one of Vancouver’s oldest shopping districts, dating back to the late 1800s.

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Street view of luxury brand stores with signs for Hublot, Tory Burch, and Prada, and parked cars in front.

Robson Street is Vancouver's retail hotspot. From Granville to Denman Street, crowds wander between global brand names like Lululemon and Sephora and high-end dining destinations. To truly taste the neighbourhood, take a break from shopping and dive into a curated Robson Street food tour. Past Granville, you'll find Robson Square, this area becomes a hotbed of activity during sporting events or concerts, with fans pouring through the streets.

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CF Pacific Centre - West Georgia Entrance

Shopping & Entertainment

CF Pacific Centre

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Family & Kids

Robson Square Ice Rink (Rental fee)

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Walk score

Daily excursions do not require a car

  • 1 min to Granville Street

  • 5 min to the West End

  • 8 min to Yaletown

Bike score

Biking is convenient for most trips

  • See Vancouver Cycling Map

Driving

  • 2 min to Yaletown

  • 3 min to Chinatown

  • 2 min to West End

Transit score

Many nearby public transportation options

  • See Translink Skytrain

  • See Translink Bus

  • 8 min to Yaletown

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