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Nemesis Coffee Gastown
This cafe has what I call the holy trinity:
1. Beautiful cafe space, 2. Excellent coffee, 3. Fantastic food.
This was probably my favourite cafe in downtown Vancouver.
Located on a corner opposite a small park, the cafe is very light and bright, stylish and welcoming.
The coffee was exceptional - it looked and tasted absolutely perfect.
The food offering is so good too - lots of choice, both sweet and savoury.
I would definitely recommend trying this cafe!
1. Beautiful cafe space, 2. Excellent coffee, 3. Fantastic food.
This was probably my favourite cafe in downtown Vancouver.
Located on a corner opposite a small park, the cafe is very light and bright, stylish and welcoming.
The coffee was exceptional - it looked and tasted absolutely perfect.
The food offering is so good too - lots of choice, both sweet and savoury.
I would definitely recommend trying this cafe!
Cycle City Tours And Bike Rentals
If you want to explore Stanley Park but not confident with doing so on your own (especially if it’s your first visit) then join an organised cycling tour that’s lead by a guide. Or just hire a bike for a 1/2 day or full day and then go explore on your own!
Vancouver has so many dedicated bike lanes that cycling in the city area is very safe and super easy.
After doing the tour I felt confident enough to cycle around the city by myself, and definitely wanted to go back to Stanley Park and explore some more.
Vancouver has so many dedicated bike lanes that cycling in the city area is very safe and super easy.
After doing the tour I felt confident enough to cycle around the city by myself, and definitely wanted to go back to Stanley Park and explore some more.
Powell/Mason Cable Car Turnaround
Yes I know it’s super touristy , but it’s so fun!
Plus, if you know a few simple “tricks & tips” then you won’t cost a lot, and you won’t have to queue for several hours either.
A single trip costs $8 but you can buy an all day unlimited pass (also valid for all trains, trams, buses) for $13 by using the Muni Mobile App; free to download & register (and you can make up a phone number if you don’t have a US sim) Then buy a day pass ticket using your phone & the app.
Then … don’t queue for 2 hours at the Tram Turnaround / start point at Fisherman’s Wharf - just walk 5 min up to the first tram stop and then board there, with no queue! (They never fill the tram completely at the start point so there’s always standing room & “hanging onto the pole” space).
Sitting on the tram is nice, but hanging on the side is even better and so much more fun! And you get a better view of the bustling city life. And then once you reach Chinatown several people will get off, and you can take a seat …. If you want!
A truly iconic SF experience!
Plus, if you know a few simple “tricks & tips” then you won’t cost a lot, and you won’t have to queue for several hours either.
A single trip costs $8 but you can buy an all day unlimited pass (also valid for all trains, trams, buses) for $13 by using the Muni Mobile App; free to download & register (and you can make up a phone number if you don’t have a US sim) Then buy a day pass ticket using your phone & the app.
Then … don’t queue for 2 hours at the Tram Turnaround / start point at Fisherman’s Wharf - just walk 5 min up to the first tram stop and then board there, with no queue! (They never fill the tram completely at the start point so there’s always standing room & “hanging onto the pole” space).
Sitting on the tram is nice, but hanging on the side is even better and so much more fun! And you get a better view of the bustling city life. And then once you reach Chinatown several people will get off, and you can take a seat …. If you want!
A truly iconic SF experience!
lovelarte
This is a hidden cafe/ coffee gem- it was recommend by our walking-tour guide.
Located just on the outside of the beautiful and unique public library.
The cafe has a nice space for working and hanging out, and there’s free WiFi too.
Coffee was excellent- one of the best coffees we had during our 5 days in Vancouver.
They also do a good selection of nice food and sweet treats too.
Highly recommended.
Located just on the outside of the beautiful and unique public library.
The cafe has a nice space for working and hanging out, and there’s free WiFi too.
Coffee was excellent- one of the best coffees we had during our 5 days in Vancouver.
They also do a good selection of nice food and sweet treats too.
Highly recommended.
Tacofino Taco Bar
Cool taco restaurant with a super-cool white neon taco-sign outside in the back alley entrance!
There are several branches but it was the neon sign that drew me to this location.
It’s a nice relaxed vibe with lots of seating; there’s also a large bar with counter seating- great for solo diners. And there’s a large deck with seating outside.
The food was sensational; the Nachos was amazing and has a modern twist. The tacos were all fantastic, but it was the “El Gringo” that was the hero dish! Wow.
Service was nice and friendly and helpful.
Perfect spot for a casual but delicious lunch or dinner.
Highly recommended!
There are several branches but it was the neon sign that drew me to this location.
It’s a nice relaxed vibe with lots of seating; there’s also a large bar with counter seating- great for solo diners. And there’s a large deck with seating outside.
The food was sensational; the Nachos was amazing and has a modern twist. The tacos were all fantastic, but it was the “El Gringo” that was the hero dish! Wow.
Service was nice and friendly and helpful.
Perfect spot for a casual but delicious lunch or dinner.
Highly recommended!