Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Gibsons

"Celebrated as Vancouver’s first official green space, Stanley Park compliments the business of the city with an expansive array of forest, field and path known as Stanley Park. Driving through the park you will experience life on the Vancouver Seawall where runners, walkers and cyclists all stretch their legs along this barrier protecting the shores from erosion. Stanley Park is a true wonderland of forest attractions including the quaint Teahouse Restaurant, views of the endless Pacific Ocean over sandy shores, even an outdoor summer theatre."

"Stanley Park is a treasure set on almost 1,000 acres in central Vancouver. The city’s first and biggest park is a place to relax with a bike ride on 8.8 kilometers (5.5 miles) of the seawall along English Bay. Meanwhile, 27 kilometers (16.7 miles) of trails through a rainforest beckon visitors who prefer a more leisurely pace as they stop to enjoy wildlife, such as the hundreds of species of birds that call the park home."

"Vancouver's Chinatown has a couple of notable parks to visit. The neighborhood's Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden charges admission, but right next door is the free-entry Dr Sun Yat-Sen Park that echoes the same ancient horticultural ideals. The paid attraction is more ornate and has guided tours, but its freebie sibling includes a similar turtle-rippled lily pond and terracotta-topped perimeter walls."

"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"

"The city's highest point – 550ft (167m) above sea level and with panoramic views over the mountain-framed downtown skyscrapers – the 128.5-acre (52-hectare) Queen Elizabeth Park claims to house specimens of every tree native to Canada. Sports fields, manicured lawns and formal gardens keep residents happy, and you'll likely also see wide-eyed couples posing for their wedding photos in particularly picturesque spots. This is a good place to view local birdlife: keep your eyes peeled for chickadees, hummingbirds and huge bald eagles whirling high overhead."

"The 130 acre (52 hectare) park is one of the most beautifully maintained public parks in the world. Second only to Stanley Park in annual visitations, it receives nearly 6 million people a year who marvel at its superior standard of garden plantings.The park was originally quarried for its rock which served to build Vancouver’s first roadways. In 1929 the Board proceeded to acquire the property which had become an abandoned eyesore but still served as the site for two holding reservoirs for the City’s drinking water."

"Having the highest point in the city, it is worth the trip to enjoy the view of both the mountains and the Vancouver skyline. Queen Elizabeth Park, a former quarry, has dancing fountains that delight spectators both day and night, plenty of green spaces, tennis courts, the Queen Elizabeth Pitch and Putt , and an off-leash dog area. Queen Elizabeth Park is also home to The Bloedel Conservatory, which has 500 tropical plants and over one hundred exotic birds."

"Although it lies just ten minutes’ drive to the west of the center, Kitsilano Beach feels a world away from the hustle and bustle of Downtown Vancouver. Facing out onto English Bay, it boasts stunning sands and scenery, as well as the city’s only saltwater swimming pool. Particularly popular during the summer months, the beach has playgrounds, picnic areas, and volleyball courts, with basketball and tennis also on offer."

"Kitsilano Beach is hands down one of the most popular beaches in Vancouver. It’s connected to a park by the same name, while the neighbourhood of Kitsilano, is fondly known as “Kits” by locals – a charming place to also enjoy a coffee or snack while overlooking the waterfront. Learn more here:https://vancouversbestplaces.com/city-of-vancouver/kitsilano"

"A post shared by Vegard Aaserud Tønnessen (@v_tonnessen) on Jun 3, 2018 at 9:18am PDT. Location: Cornwall Avenue at the North end of Yew Street. Kitsilano Beach, AKA Kits Beach, is arguably one of the city’s best social beaches."

"At the north end of Main Street, and just after Gastown turns into Railtown, we have a bridge to the port. This area boasts distinctive views of the city from an eastern viewpoint. Generally, tourists don’t flock as heavily to the east side so this a great option for those looking for photos of locations that aren’t as readily seen in an instagram feed."

"▪️Rooster’s Ice Cream Bar▪️ flew the coop and headed to Roosters!. We were intrigued by their unique flavours like the avocado honey vodka (left) and lime & lavender. I ended up ordering the cookie cream (right) though."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. This is a boutique-style ice cream bar. This shop was opened for the love of ice cream."

"This natural park of dense forest, set along the water in the University of British Columbia Endowment Lands, is a wonderful opportunity to connect to nature. Pacific Spirit Regional Park has approximately 50 miles of forested trails that allow for walking, running, hiking, biking, and even horseback riding. Pacific Spirit Regional Park hugs the coastline for four miles along which the infamous Wreck Beach is found."

"Pacific Spirit Park is found on the University Endowment Lands and has a large trail network. There are lots of downed trees to climb on and explore. Pacific Spirit Park is for you if… you are a family who loves to hike and spend time outdoors, and you want your family portraits to reflect that."

"A post shared by 90percent90s (@90percent90s) on Nov 9, 2018 at 1:17pm PST. After a marathon study-sesh, head right across the street of the Vancouver Public Library (the Collesseum-looking one) to Library Square. Boy oh boy, is this place fun."

"MeeT is the ultimate spot for vegan comfort food in Vancouver, with several locations around the city. This is the sort of food that your die-hard carnivore friends can hardly believe contains no animal products. Dishes to chow down on include a spicy buffalo burger or poutine topped with their savory cashew miso gravy, house feta, and mozzarella, finished with scallions."

"With a few locations across Vancouver, MeeT is the ultimate go to for a big vegetarian brunch. It serves vegan comfort food and it does it so well. You can get incredible veggie burgers and vibrant bowls."

"I love the cheeky name of these vegan Vancouver restaurants. Order the poutine and one of their bowls or salads. I love the butter “chicken” poutine, the burgers and any of the thai style dishes."

"A post shared by Italian Restaurant In Gastown (@dibepperestaurant) on Jan 23, 2019 at 6:01pm PST. The restaurant is serving up stellar Italian eats in a casual setting in buzzing Gastown. The subdivided space also holds a small coffee shop called Caffe Di Beppe."

"We know you do, and you’ll love dining out on their relaxing patio even more. Go there for the old-world atmosphere, and some classic Italian bites. If you’re here, you can’t miss their pizza, and definitely not the margherita with mozzarella di bufala."

"Every town needs that one regular spot for great-tasting pizzas and pastas. In Vancouver, Gastown’s Di Beppe is just the place for that kind of beloved Italian comfort fare."

"Locals recommend Minami for sushi, Anh and Chi for pho, or Marutama for Ramen. Alternatively, you can eat at one of the cafes and restaurants inside Stanley Park itself. Update: 1886 is now closed."

"$$$ | Gold List 2018 Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019. Locals were awed when they walked through Rosewood Hotel Georgia’s doors when it reopened in 2011 after a renovation that, among other things, expanded the size of the existing rooms and reduced the number of available suites from 313 to 156. This was a careful, tasteful transformation; the grandeur and history of the hotel was clearly respected, allowing the Georgia to once again assume its place as one of the finest Vancouver hotels."

"Art Deco luxury soaked in a glamorous history with some of Canada’s finest dining and cocktails. From its grand marble staircases to extensive all-Canadian art collection there’s a satisfying sense of luxury at every turn."

"Rosewood Hotel Georgia combines the grandeur of the Roaring 20's with contemporary elegance in the heart of Vancouver. Imbued with legacy and luxury, the hotel represents Vancouver's most stylish r..."

"Sense is a Vancouver spa designed for the sake of stimulating the senses and restoring both the mind and body. Found in the Rosewood Hotel Georgia, Sense is an intimate and elegant luxury retreat offering a full appetite of therapies and treatments from massages to facials. Open every day of the week, Sense offers a blend of services and memorable experiences from facials to massages, and all the way down to your fingers and toes with pedicures and manicures."

"Skoah focuses on providing a variety of specialized facial services to help visitors look fresh-faced and glowing. Whether you’re looking to clean and refresh your pores, target wrinkles and combat aging, or simply polish off your skin with microdermabrasion, their menu gives you plenty of targeted choices. Where: Various locations."

"A post shared by kind cafe + eatery • (@kindcafeyvr) on Nov 13, 2019 at 9:11am PST. Kind Cafe operates under a BYOC policy (bring-your-own-cup or container), a part of its mission to bring patrons a “kinder cafe experience.” Customers can also enjoy specialty lattes like Beetroot Spice, Classic Matcha, and Blue Lavender alongside smoothies and hearty veggie-packed fare. Address: 3080 Main Street, VancouverPhone: 604-992-7675"

"Vancouver’s zero-waste, vegan only cafe, Kind Cafe, is run by a father-daughter duo and not only does great food but is a beautiful space inside. There are twinkly fairy lights, plenty of plants and hanging basked and booths which are great for breakfast and brunch dates in Vancouver. When it comes to food, the carrot lox is a winner or opt for a smoothie bowl for something even more refreshing."

"Located on Main Street, Kind Café is Vancouver’s only zero-waste and vegan café. They also sell groceries!. If you’re getting takeout, they encourage you to bring your own containers."

"You can visit this tiny storefront in Downtown Vancouver, or you can try out one of their incredible vegan puddings at one of the local retailers, such as Eternal Abundance or Whole Foods. While the puddings may be free of white sugar, dairy, eggs, soy, gluten, and nuts, these puddings are still smooth and delicious as they’re made out of kabocha squash, coconut milk, and maple syrup. You’re going to want to grab a few to go to enjoy in your hotel or as a snack in between activities."

"A post shared by Vegan Pudding & Co. (@vegan_pudding_co) on Jan 8, 2020 at 1:20pm PST. They say it themselves- they are ‘the one and only vegan custard pudding store’. Wow, we can’t believe that someone would try this idea in the first place, but what’s even crazier is that they’ve been wildly successful."

"There's a cult-like following in Vancouver for this hole-in-the-wall counter serving utterly delicious custard-style puddings made from kabocha squash, coconut milk and flavors including strawberry, chocolate and... Seafood in Yaletown & Granville Island"

"The chill, tropical vibes are flowing at Kokomo, a new plant-based eatery in Chinatown that serves smoothies, acai bowls, lunch bowls, and Cocowhip. Their open-air concept (thanks to a roll-up garage door) makes this counter-service eatery the place to be during summertime, and their food might be some of the most delicious plant-based cuisine in town. Try the hemp caesar (sunflower seed dressing, topped with marinated chickpeas) and a cup of Cocowhip (Australian soft-serve made with coconut water)."

"Kokomo is pretty much exactly what you’d expect from a modern vegan eatery in Vancouver, and we love them for it. Offering delicious plant-based bowls, smoothies and more, this spot should be considered a staple when you’re trying to enjoy a nice meal outwards, whether in a nearby park or on your balcony. Their savoury options are great, but we usually spring for the Kokomo Acai bowl and indulge our sweet tooth."

"Vegan Vancouver delivers again with the delightful and delicious Kokomo. Plant-based bowls and smoothies will soothe your soul and why not try the laksa noodles (two thumbs up) and Thai-spiced squash soup?. You’ll waltz out of there full of good vibes."