Popular Gardens in New Westminster

"Surrounded by unassuming low white walls in Vancouver’s Chinatown, the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden can be easy to miss. But trust us — you won’t want to. Described as an “urban oasis of tranquility and reflection,” it was named the best city garden in the world by National Geographic in 2011, and that’s an accolade that’s hard to argue."

"I just love the look of the Ming Dynasty-inspired architecture paired with lush green gardens. Entrance to Sun Yat-Sen Park is free, but tickets are required to enter the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. There’s a lot to see at Sun-Yat Sen Park in Vancouver, with tons of cute Instagrammable photo opps!"

"Vancouver’s Chinatown is quite small compared to many I’ve seen worldwide, but it’s home to the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, which is well worth a visit, time permitting. READ NEXT:The Ultimate Puerto Rico Road Trip"

"Built in on a former quarry 500 feet above sea level, the 130-acre Queen Elizabeth Park is the highest vantage point in Vancouver, with extraordinary views that extend to the North Shore Mountains and beyond. But there’s more to Queen E, as locals call it, than just the vistas. With manicured lawns and impeccably groomed flowering plant beds, the gardens are the main draw."

"Home to the Bloedel Conservatory and Seasons in the Park, Queen Elizabeth Park in the Shaughnessy/Cambie area is a major Vancouver tourist attraction. And for that reason, isn’t my favourite place to photograph. It tends to be very busy through spring, fall and summer, especially on weekends and evenings."

"Queen Elizabeth Park and Gardens: A gorgeous place for a leisurely stroll, particularly during springtime. Cherry blossom hunting: Come to Vancouver in the springtime to catch beautiful blooms all over the city. There’s even a handy map."

"Get down on one knee surrounded by the beautiful blossoming flowers in the VanDusen Botanical Garden. This is the perfect option for a nature lover as the garden covers an impressive 55 acres of land and is outfitted with flowers from all over the world. If you’d prefer an indoor venue, the Bloedel Conservatory (4600 Cambie Street) is just a hop, skip and a jump away and is equally gorgeous."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Stan Shebs used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Botanical gardens are a wonderful way to enjoy the surrounding nature and VanDusen is no exception. As you walk hand in hand with your partner, be sure to check out some of the garden’s best features, including the Elizabethan Maze, the Stone Garden and the Scottish Shelter."

"Perched atop the city’s highest point are the lovely lush gardens and aviary of the Bloedel Conservatory. Located within Queen Elizabeth Park, its huge historic dome is a treat to explore with beautiful exotic plants, trees, and birds. Looking out over the city and its surroundings, the colossal conservatory was founded in 1969 and now contains three separate climatic zones and habitats."

"These Gardens are unique as they are a peaceful oasis within a busy shopping mall, but also draw avid gardeners to learn about plants suitable for their North Shore gardens. There is something of interest for everyone at any time of the year. Learn more about the gardens."

"Another one of the if you know, you know hidden gems in Vancouver. This West End joint is pretty tiny so if you plan on dining-in, definitely make a reservation!. One of the great things about this place is that you can make it very casual by ordering a few rolls and some appetizers or go all out with their 4-course Omakase (chef's selection) menu!"

"Though it looks like any other sushi restaurant in Vancouver, this small unassuming sushi bar is among one of the best in the city. The dishes are prepared with care and presented attractively. The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable about each of their dishes, creating a great experience for any sushi lover."

"A post shared by Sherman (@shermansfoodadventures) on Jan 26, 2018 at 1:34pm PST. This West End sushi bar has been serving Vancouverites since April 2017. Tetsu’s offers a lunch service from noon to 4:30 pm from Friday to Sunday, and a dinner service from 5:30 to 10 pm from Tuesday to Sunday."

"Another establishment jam-packed with far out decor is the Eatery. Suspended from the ceiling is an octopus, a shark, a dolphin, and a bunch of other freaky creatures from under the sea.The menu features a combination of classic and creative Japanese dishes, such as the Miss Piggy Roll, the Roe Money Roe Probrem, and the X-Rated Roll. This funky fun joint is a hip place to grab a bite, but it’s no passing trend."

"The Eatery is one of the most well-known sushi restaurants in Vancouver. Offering unique rolls with quirky names such as the Elvis Roll or the Las Vegas Roll. This Vancouver sushi restaurant has a unique and fun atmosphere giving off a tiki bar vibe."

"If you’ve driven down Powell street, Andina’s is hard to miss. The bright yellow brewery serves up some delicious ceviche, and is generally fairly busy. While they do take some unique risks with their beer, not all of them are successful, but the ones that are tend to resonate very well with drinkers."

"South American inspired cuisine with an Andean flare & Colombian influenced - Finger food pub-style items. Individual or sharable portions. We recommend: Platachos (Nachos with Plantain Chips) Empanadas (Beef and Veggie) Ceviches (Fish, Shrimp"

"Showing off the classic spirit of beer, family&friends, good music and culture and of course passion. Giving off amazing full bodied, crisp and smooth Ales and Lagers. We would recommend grabbing a few friends and heading down there."

"Correct us if we’re wrong, but we also don’t know of any brewery in Canada that doubles as a roastery. Sure, there’s the uber-popular Modern Times in LA, but that’s it. So, knowing that House of Funk has its own roasting program to boot really sets them apart from the rest of the pack."

"You can’t celebrate the newcomers without paying tribute to the OGs that set the scene for the rest to follow—for the Vancouver craft beer scene, that means R&B Brewing. Operating since 1997, R&B is just as relevant and beloved in the craft beer scene today as the day it opened its doors. With beers named after things that would make a local smirk knowingly—like the Dude Chilling Pale Ale or the Stolen Bike European-style lager with bright hops—drinking at R&B is like getting a drinkable lesson in Vancouver."

"Likened to the “well-loved hoodie” of Vancouver’s brewery scene, R&B’s beloved (and award-winning) brews include Vancouver Special IPA, Dude Chilling Pale Ale and Stolen Bike Lager. (The tongue-in-cheek names alone are award-worthy.) And the ’70s-era rec-room feel and soundtrack of its Ale and Pizza House make it a go-to gathering spot in the East Van ’hood. 1-54 E 4th Ave.,randbbrewing.com"

"Old records, weird lighting and a very humble vibe are all positives for the brewery. They also happened to make of one of the better initial NE IPAs in the city (Shake Your Fruity) which continues to be a solid beer."

"Things can start get hot and steamy as you cozy up with your sweetheart over a sizzling, spicy hot pot. Liuyishou Hot Pot is one of my favourite places for hot pot. Bet you don’t see a hot pot restaurant in the other best romantic restaurants in Vancouver restaurant lists posted on the Internet."