Explore Vancouver’s Yaletown: A Neighbourhood Tour

August 31, 2016

5 min read

People walking and sitting near a waterfront park with high-rise buildings in the background under a clear blue sky.

Populist is Vancouver’s cinematic city guide, showcasing everything that’s happening in the city through video – Your hub for where to go, what to do and who to see. Populist is run by Film and TV Producer, Rebecca Traub and Broadcast Journalist, Blanca Blandon (aka YinYang). Follow the fun at thisispopulist.com.

The word populist with the letters pop inside a blue circle and ulist outside the circle in black text.

By far, Yaletown is one of Vancouver’s trendiest neighborhoods – a district that’s filled with great restaurants and bars, shopping and entertainment, and gorgeous views. Here’s our list of our favourite attractions.

People cycling on a paved path along a waterfront with modern buildings and trees under a clear blue sky.

11. Bike the Seawall

With plenty of bike rental shops lining Davie, there’s no shortage of wheels if you fancy going for a picturesque spin along the Seawall.

A person in a black sports bra and blue leggings doing a yoga pose with arms extended in front of a mirror.

10. Get Healthy

Yes, Yaletown is a great neighborhood to indulge in some of your vices but it’s also health and fitness central and those two things are nothing but good for you. (Or so they say.) Drop into a yoga class, get into gear at spin, and juice up at one of the many health shops like Chasers Fresh Juice on Mainland!

Red and white Aquabus ferry on water with city skyline of tall buildings in the background under a clear sky.

9. Take a Ferry to Granville Island

One of the city’s busiest and most cultural and colorful districts is just a short ferry ride away from Yaletown! Hop on board one of the water taxis at Yaletown Marina and Dock and sail the not-so-high seas to Granville Island! The closer you get to Granville Island, the more stunning the backdrop of downtown Vancouver.

Grilled salmon, shrimp skewer, and white fish served with sautéed spinach, cherry tomatoes, lemon wedge, rice, and two dipping sauces.

8. Engage Your Taste Buds

This hood is just brimming with great restaurants. From oyster and seafood bars, to exceptional Italian restaurants and steakhouses, the options are abundant. Treat yourself – your taste buds will thank you.

Green park with scattered large rocks and people, surrounded by tall modern apartment buildings under a clear blue sky.

7. Go Off-Leash at Cooper’s Park

One thing we love a lot about Yaletown is that it’s super-dog friendly! (Luckily for us, so is pretty much the entire city.) Don’t leave your fur-baby out of the fun! Bring him or her along for the adventure and let them spend some quality time mingling with other dogs at Cooper’s Park. Endless tail-wagging guaranteed.

Modern nail salon pedicure stations with gray cushioned benches, colorful pillows, sinks, and white rolling stools.

6. Get Pampered

Not just for the ladies, there are shops after shops to take care of all womanly and gentlemanly beauty and grooming desires. Hair and nail Salons, barbershops, massage parlours, wax bars, lash extensions – find it all and rest assured you’re in some of the best hands.

Urban outdoor area with people walking and children playing near a large white canopy supported by red beams, surrounded by modern buildings.

5. Visit Yaletown Roundhouse

The Yaletown Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre encapsulates a core part of not only this neighborhood but also BC’S history in its beautiful industrial building. Back in the day, the building’s function was to house and fix steam locomotives. Today, Roundhouse is home to Engine 374, the first transcontinental train to bring passengers into the city, as well as regular community events including arts and theatre.

Vanity table with various jewelry including necklaces, bracelets, rings, and a hat on a mannequin arm.

4. Shop Boutiques

Whether you’re window-shopping or looking to take a cue from Cher in Clueless, Yaletown has a great selection of independent boutiques with pieces you’ll only be able to find in, well, Yaletown.

Marina dock with boats and yachts moored, modern buildings in the background, and a gangway leading to the dock.

3. Take in the Yachts at Marinaside

And dream about one day having your own luxury cruiser!

People sitting and walking along a city street with outdoor seating and red banners advertising fresh beer.

2. Patio Hop

The patios can get pretty packed after work hours and on weekends – especially on a sunny day! Always lively, always a good time.

A person sitting on a red and white checkered picnic blanket on green grass with a picnic basket and a bottle, city buildings in the background.

1. Picnic at David Lam Park

Grab some picnic-approved eats at the local Urban Fare and settle down and relax on the turf at David Lam Park with some of the most captivating views of False Creek.

Add as a Trusted Google Source