Check out where Brodie grew up. Lounge in the park, swim in the ocean or rent Kayaks! Grab a famous Honey's Doughnut and hike up to Quarry Rock. *Very busy on weekends*
Check out this popular suspension bridge that crosses Lynn Canyon! Easy hiking trails by the river and waterfalls. *Very busy on weekends*
Easy 2 hour hike up Mount Seymour with views of the city and Burrard Inlet!
Check out Port Moody for a day trip! -Swim or hike around Buntzen Lake -Have fish and chips at Pajos on the sea front -Check out Parkside, Twin Sales, Yellow Dog and Moody Ales Breweries (All in the same block.)
Spectacular ocean views and easy walking trails in West Vancouver.
Visit our fav local beaches/Parks: 3rd Beach - Stanley Park 2nd Beach + Pool - Stanley Park Spanish Banks & Jericho Kitsilano Beach + Pool Wreck Beach - Nude Beach Crab Park - no swimming New Brighton Park + Pool Cates Park Ambleside Sunset Beach
Galleries/Museums: VAG - Vancouver Art Gallery Museum of Anthropologie Kid Friendly: Vancouver Aquarium Science World Maplewood Farm Bloedel Conservatory Playland/PNE New Brighton Pool Kitsilano Pool Second Beach Pool
Walk or bike around 'Yeast Van,' home to the densest population of craft breweries in Vancouver. Around Commercial Drive: -Parallel 49* (Big patio and kitchen) -Doan -Andina -Storm -Powell St. -Callister* -Bomber -Off The Rails -Luppolo -East Van Brewing -Strange Fellows* Around Main Street: -Red Truck (Big Patio and kitchen) -Faculty -Electric Bicycle* -R & B* (Pizza) -Brass Neck* -33 Acres* (Coffee + Food) -Main St. Brewing Around Strathcona: -Strathcona (Pizza) -Postmark* (Belgard Kitchen) *Top Picks*
Want to explore Squamish before or after the wedding? Some of our favorite spots include: -Hike the steep Crooked Falls for waterfall + valley views -Hike the even steeper Chief for the most spectacular views in Squamish -Eat brunch at Zephyr Cafe -Enjoy a meal on the river at the Watershed -Take the Sea to Sky Gondola for views of Howe Sound -Go for a swim at Brohm Lake -Camp or swim at Cat Lake (No reservations, walk-in sites only) -Camp up the Squamish Valley Road (First come, first serve) -Camp at Alice Lake provincial campground. Must reserve in advance. -Grab pizza and a craft beer at Backcountry Brewing
45 minutes away from Squamish, Whistler makes a perfect day or weekend trip before or after the wedding! Home of the 2010 Winter Olympics, Whistler is a beautiful mountain town with tons of tourism and outdoor activities. Go mountain biking, hiking, clubbing, take the Peak to Peak Gondola or relax at the Scandinave Spa.
Take the ferry and explore Tofino on Vancouver Island. Great for surfing, hiking, camping and coastline exploring! Visit the famous Tacofino Food truck and walk along some of the most beautiful coastline in Canada. Recommended stay: 2 night minimum.
Drive down to the United States and visit Seattle, about 3 hours outside of Vancouver. Great for an overnight or weekend trip. Check out Capitol Hill and Pike Place Market.
Take the ferry or sea plane to Vancouver Island and explore Victoria for a few days. The capitol of British Columbia and home to the Parliament Buildings. Recommended trip: 2 nights minimum.
Take the ferry to the Sunshine Coast! Camp or get an airbnb in one of our favourite areas: Gibsons, Roberts Creek, Porpoise Bay, Madera Park or Egmont. Make sure to check out Persephone Brewery and Gibsons Tapworks for craft beer. Grab seafood at Smitty's oyster bar and brunch at the Basted Baker or The Gumboot Cafe.