This review is written during the Covid-19 Pandemic!…read more As you can see from my Photos, a lot of major stores have closed their doors due to this health crisis! Normally, this will be a major shopping and business area in Downtown Vancouver, it attracts visitors from all over Canada and the World! We all pray that this crisis will be over and all the boards will be taken down again very soon!!

It's changed a lot since my youth. We used to spend countless hours walking along Robson, window…read moreshopping and enjoying the sights. As of late, it seems a hope are more high end at its center and less full. People walking along and enjoying the sights are are fewer and mostly tourists. (Maybe cruise season?) Many of our favorite small shops and cafes (Bread Garden!?!) are now a thing of the past and chains (Starbucks, Tim Horton's) have inundated any uniqueness that once was Robson Street. Still full of restaurants and cafes, shops and boutiques, you'll find something to do and see as you make your way, but know that there is little here that you won't find in any other big city across North America.

Great trip for the weekend. Trails were very easy to follow. Parking was limited so get there…read moreearly. The best surprise was the small cafe we found in the park. We will be going back.

We had a beautiful time driving 70 minutes to get here, but sadly, the trail going down towards the…read morewater was closed and we had no advanced notice so the only thing really open was the coffee shop which we didn't bother going in. It was really a waste of my time it's a lovely location. If only we got to view it there was no for warning on any social media or websites that the trails were closed so that was unfortunate. Probably will not return back there since they don't communicate with the public well wind trails are closed.

I love in Vancoiver so this park is a bit far from me,if taking transit or skytrain this is very…read moreconvenient due to it will be the last stop heading to Coquitlam. If you are driving there is anparking fee. Its a very clean park that gives visitors a nice view of the lake,the animals,trees and flowers and some of the buildings in the area. There are few stores by the entrance that offers snacks. When flower are in bloom there is a part of the park that is really really nice to jist sit around and have some great photos,this is a huge park for all,no age limit from kids to adults to seniors there is something to do for them. There is also a water fountain almost in the middle of this man made lake.and during holiday season they have a festival of loghts here that is visited by thousands of expectators. I enjoyed my visit here specially watching all the wild ducks roaming around the park and by the water. I recommend tis park to all visitors and even Canadians. 100% i will revisit this park

Amazing place to walk around when the weather is nice. It takes about 15-20 minutes to walk around…read morethe lake, which is perfect. Unfortunately the parking nearby is all paid. It's not too expensive though, currently at $1 per hour in the parking lot by the community centre. There are many festivals held here throughout the year, like the Dumplings Festival. I've also seen outdoor weddings held here. There's a small stage on one side of the park, with seating. On a regular day, there's a decent amount of people but it's not usually too crowded. There are a lot of dogs though, but they're all supposed to be leashed. The fountain in the lake is really pretty. There are also volleyball courts nearby to play, along with a playground for kids.

Last night I discovered my new, favorite beer garden. You know it's a hidden gem when you have to…read moreuse your GPS to guide you through quiet neighborhood streets to find it. Not only is it tucked away from the noise of the busy street, but it's set in a lush Japanese garden with stone pogodas and a red, wooden bridge over a small pond of water. Add beer, fingerpainting and Yelpers to the mix, and you've got an ideal retreat to wind down after a hectic day. We sat on picnic benches and painted to our heart's content. Heidi, the owner of the mobile Fingerpainting company instructed us on how to make our masterpieces. Spritz your paper with water and spread it across the page. Add acrylic paints to your page by spraying, squirting, plopping, pressing and spreading from the small, bright containers provided. Some chose to spin their paper around to let the colors drip and form their own patterns. Others rolled up their sleeves and litterally got their hands dirty. Heidi gave us aprons and gloves so we wouldn't ruin our clothes. We could set our works of art onto a tablecloth on the ground to dry and then plop them onto a cardboad platform in order to transport them home without messing up our vehicles. Yelp Community Ambassador Jennifer J. did a fine job of organizing this creative endeavor. Thanks for the sausage and cheese appetizer and the free drink ticket. Oh, and the Yelp sunglasses were a hit too, especially since the sun didn't set until 8:30 PM. What a fantastic way to enjoy a summer evening in the Pacific Northwest. I didn't want to leave, so I stayed and ordered Pineapple Cider and a Mason Jar cheesecake from the outside bar (a converted CONEX container). I would love to come back with friends for a game night. There was a mini putt putt golf course and cornhole outside. The converted house provides shelter from the elements and would make a nice retreat during the winter months. Indoors, you'll find a foosball table, darts and several dozen board games. There's a pokestop here too. Not like you need another "lure" to convince you to come. Did I mention that this is my new favorite hideaway? Check it out, I'm certain it will make your list too.

I have to admit, when my wife invited me to the Fingerpainting Yelp Event I was not too excited. I…read moredon't consider myself much of an artist, and didn't think this was going to be a lot of fun. However, I pride myself on the fact that my opinions are not cast in stone, and I ended up surprised at how much fun I had! Heidi, the owner of Fingerpainting for Grownups, was incredibly gracious and put me at ease immediately when she said it's impossible to mess up. I tried my best to prove her wrong, but ended up with a pair of unique creations that I was proud to bring home. Even if you're like me, and a bit skeptical of your artistic abilities, I would urge you to swing out and try a fingerpainting event with your friends. And for our event, the beautiful outdoor gardens at Hops 'n Headz were the perfect location for all the fun.

Super fun day hanging out there! It's probably good for a couple of hours/half day. Could possibly…read moreextend with kids of take your time. We were a group of adults so we were there about 3 hours. Lots of parking and very clean place. The scenery is amazing. Prices are high to get in. It is privately owned so I am sure that they have lots of upkeep. Worth the price to go. Suspension bridge is fun and connects both sides of the park. There's also a cliff walk and tree house walk, don't skip anything as these are the only 3 big attractions. There's also are educational tour throughout and interactive learning activities. There's a sit down restaurant, a snack place, and two other snack shacks. They also have a store. Food prices aren't terrible. Lots of bathrooms throughout. For sure worth a visit! Super beautiful and well kept. Amazing!!

The pros - a well realized tourist attraction with a suspension bridge, cliff walk, sky walk. Very…read morewell designed and engineered and located in a beautiful canyon. The so-so. It's really a tourist attraction closer to Wally world than a nature experience. A whole section of shops and little food stores that feel like amusement parks everywhere. The cons - the people - it's very crowded and my god what did people do before selfies? Every pod of people stopped numerous times to take selfies of themselves, their groups. One woman was holding up 8 of us as she struggled to get the perfect selfie. One person in her group noted the crowd waiting to get by. Her comment / they'll just have to wait. Made it impossible to get lost in the experience. And the price - at $80 a person just too steep for what you get. My recommendation would be to pass on this outing.

Can't believe this is not on yelp!!!!…read more Kinda hidden, parking in hotel garage. BDD is a great photo op!!! Spectacular view of water and downtown Vancouver! Clean and maintained, tons of seats. 1 single pair of binoculars (free), but great looking at downtown!

Great place. Delicious food and excellent service. Just note if you bring babies or toodlers is…read moredoes not have high chairs nor diaper change tables.

I loved the ambiance and corner store vibes. Loved the coffee and pastries along with all the…read moreinteresting arts and crafts. Went back several times during our stay

My friends and I stopped here for a pre-hike coffee and a treat. I don't have any photos of this…read morebut inside there are tons of other wonderful things. If you're looking for some handmade soap or some other crafty items this is a place for you. A wonderful place to find items to bring home if you need souvenirs for loved ones. I got a latte and two different squares. The coffee was very tasty and rich in flavor. I tried the lemon Square and the blueberry square. I have to say the lemon square was the winner. It had such a nice zest to it with the delicious lemon curd.

One of three bridges that joins Vancouver with Richmond or Granville, this is a very tall one. I…read moreknow that because I initially walked down thinking that I'd take the ferry but there was a super long queue and I decided to just walk it. That was a mistake. TAKE THE FERRY even if it means a 20 minute wait. Though if I'd not taken the bridge, I'd have missed the amazing view of False Creek and English Bay. Despite being under major construction, there was a nice wide bicycle lane, a raised pedestrian walkway and enough room for automobiles, too. The bridge is a steel truss style, built between 1930 and 1932. It is marked with the coat of arms of Vancouver, "by sea and land we prosper". I think that's cool.

I love this bridge!…read more I daily walk along the seawall from Cooper's Park toStanley Park (usually way beyond Prospect Point), and in Yaletown/Beach area, I always walk under three bridges: the Cambie, the Granville and the Burrard. And the Burrard is my favorite by far! It's like the grand dame of the three, for sure! The bridge is stately, of cream-colored concrete, and has a lot of Art Deco flourishes. There are galleries on high for viewing and various architectural embellishments. Underneath the bridge are potted plantings by local gardeners.. What I most enjoy is the view! As soon as I cross under the bridge, I am greeted by the most spectacular view of Kits' Jerico Beach across False Creek, Sunset Beach straight ahead, and water opening up to the ocean, with mountains serving as a majestic backdrop. It's just breathtaking. My goal is to walk the Burrard Bridge sometime in the next month. My family and I walked the Granville Bridge, and the views from on high were stunning. I'm sure those from the Burrard are, too!

Purchased two turkey pot pies today. disappointing. Should be renamed potato pot pie, thickened…read morewith lots of corn start and a wee hint of turkey. Other than potato, I had a single slice of carrot. I will avoid this business in the future even though I have been a client for many years

We enjoyed spending some time, and really like some of the pastries we bought here. Souvenirs can…read morebe found in different shops, but overall food experience wasn't anything amazing. We came because so many people recommended it. Maybe we didn't have the right food while there. Really enjoyed the outdoor seating facing the water, and the walk over the Granville St bridge to get over to the market though. Not terribly crowded, but still tons of people.