Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Granville Island

"Bordered by the English Bay and the Vancouver Harbor, Stanley Park is completely surrounded by water and has some of the city’s most beautiful views. This lush green forest is full of plants found only in the area and can be viewed from the many paths and trails that run through the park, including the Seawall, a stone wall that surrounds the park and runs along the water’s edge. The park is also home to Vancouver’s Aquarium and several restaurants and snack bars to make spending the day in the woods easy."

"This magnificent 404-hectare park combines excellent attractions with a mystical natural aura. Don’t miss a stroll or cycle (rentals near the W Georgia St entrance) around the 8.8km seawall: a kind of visual spa treatment fringed by a 150,000-tree temperate rainforest, it’ll take you past the park’s popular totem poles."

"Completed in 1986 and set in the city’s historic Chinatown neighborhood, this urban park is a genuine replica of a classical Ming Dynasty Chinese scholar’s garden—a first outside of China, and a welcome respite from the surrounding area’s occasionally challenging vibe. Built by a team of 53 Chinese master craftsmen, everything in the garden with the exception of local plants was shipped from China, from the roof tiles of the graceful pagodas to the limestone rocks quarried from Lake Tai. For the full experience, you’ll want to do a guided tour that traces the arc of the city’s Chinese community, a critical part of Vancouver’s past and present."

"Here’s a Chinatown treasure, perhaps the most culturally rich of all parks overseen by the Vancouver Parks Board. (Admission to the adjoining Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Garden costs about $15, depending on the season.) With willows, bamboo, craggy rocks, pagodas and a pond dotted with lily pads and filled with koi, this photo-ready site is will make you feel a world away. Both the free and paid portions of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Gardens are currently closed but will reopen July 3"

"The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park and Classical Chinese Garden in Vancouver is a tranquil garden right in the heart of Chinatown."

"The Queen Elizabeth Park is a small park known for its extravagant flora that can be viewed year-round. Its 130 acres holds mountains along the north shore and a glimpse at the city’s skyline. The park also hold the Bloedel Conservatory, which houses plants from all over the world, and an arboretum, where visitors can watch breath-taking cherry blossoms bloom in the spring."

"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."

"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."

"One of the most sought-after beaches in Vancouver, Kitsilano Beach (known as Kits Beach to Vancouver residents) is not just a beach. There’s ample green space for sunbathers and several volleyball courts established on the sand. There’s also the Kitsilano Pool, which is Vancouver’s only saltwater swimming pool, and snack options, such as Starbucks, across the road."

"Known to locals as Kits or Kits Beach, Kitsilano Beach is where you will find a lot of residents in the summertime. There’s ample park space around the beach for picnics, plus volleyball nets and Kitsilano Pool. The 137m (450ft) outdoor pool is Vancouver’s only saltwater swimming pool, open from mid-May to mid-September."

"Kitsilano Beach is one of Vancouver's favorite summertime hangouts. The wide, sandy expanse attracts buff Frisbee tossers, giggling volleyball players and those who just like to preen while catching the rays. The ocean is fine for a dip."

"Earnest is a legendary small-batch ice cream chain that made its start in Vancouver. They feature rotating, seasonal flavours like these alongside classics like salted caramel and mint chip. 127 West 1st Street North Vancouver Website: www.earnesticecream.com"

"Vancouver Lookout, constructed in 1977, is the defining feature of Vancouver’s skyline, and its flying saucer design offers sightseers 360-degree views of the city. The lookout lights up at night and becomes a Christmas tree during the holidays. It’s a part of the Harbour Centre, which includes 28 floors of offices."

"Vancouver Lookout offers 360-degree views of Vancouver and beyond. Its observation deck is 169m (553ft) above Vancouver. The lookout’s UFO-shaped design is the main feature of Vancouver’s skyline."

"▪️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."

"And fittingly, we’re back into the world of innocent (ha, get it?) ice cream. Rather than opt for the dairy-free route, Innocent instead specializes in gluten-free ice cream sandwiches that are downright delicious. It’s arguably tougher to be gluten-free than vegan in Vancouver, so we think this is a great option for anyone in that boat."

"4895 Main Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-879 8584 Web: http://innocenticecream.com Instagram: @innocenticecream Advice: Counter service. It is all about ice cream sandwiches (regular size and mini) here in this newly opened ice cream parlour that is close to Queen Elizabeth Park,…"

"A post shared by Innocent Ice Cream (@innocenticecream) on Jul 16, 2020 at 12:01pm PDT. Not your average ice cream sandwiches, Innocent’s sandos are gluten free and massive in size. They’ve got a dozen different flavours of ice cream sandwiches to choose from."

"The Marble Slab Creamery offers more than 50 flavours of ice cream and 20 mixins – fruits, nuts, candies, chocolates and cookies. There are also milkshakes, smoothies and more. Located in the Lower Lonsdale neighbourhood close to the Seabus, the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, Lonsdale Quay and the Lonsdale Quay Hotel."

"Located in the swanky Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, the multiple-award-winning YEW Seafood is one of the best restaurants for Pacific Northwest Cuisine in Vancouver, especially local seafood. YEW is focused on local, sustainable seafood, and everything here is top-notch."

"Hy’s Steakhouse & Cocktail Barhas that timeless steakhouse atmosphere that assures you you’re getting nothing but the best even as you simply walk through the door. Their Prime Grade steaks are selected from the top 1% of beef on the market and is always aged a minimum of 28 days before being grilled exactly how you like it, served alongside the most decadent sides. For a truly unique experience, order the chateaubriand for two and enjoy your filet mignon carved and served tableside, or try the steak diane and have your filet of beef tenderloin flambéed right at your table."

"Rich red carpets, leather booths, wood paneled walls, white tablecloths: This is a classic steakhouse, but one that's more opulent than most. One peek inside—go on, check it out, even if it’s only for a quick cocktail and an order of the incredible cheese toast during happy hour—and you’ll be transported back in time. If you're staying for a special-occasion dinner order the 28-day aged beef, cooked perfectly to order, plus all the classic steakhouse sides (wedge salad, creamed spinach)."

"Inspired by the timeless cuisine of Hy’s, the new ‘Hy’s at Home’ menu offers guests a range of Prime Canadian beef and seafood entrees, delicious sides and accompaniments, and decadent desserts. The upscale take-out service"

"If you’re looking to get your aburi fix, Miku’s sister restaurant has also got you covered. Minami combines Japanese and West Coast cuisine in a comfortable, intimate atmosphere. At Minami, its Aburi sushi is made to be paired with their seafood dishes and your choice of sake, wine, or specialty cocktail."

"Located in the heart of Yaletown, this Vancouver sushi restaurant focuses on delicious and sustainable Japanese seafood dishes with a stylish display. Minami is also known for their melt in your mouth Aburi sushi, specifically their appetizers. The quality is high end and the staff is very knowledgable."

"The (long) weekend is calling and so is our Premium Zen lunch set. Featuring a selection of six seasonal kobachi dishes... Minami Restaurant is located in Yaletown, a vibrant neighborhood in Vancouver."

"This is the place to head for an authentic Thai massage that will leave your body feeling relaxed and glowing with fresh energy. Their focus on alternative healing therapies helps to improve your overall feeling of wellbeing. The menu provides a variety of massage, skin care and facial treatments as well as acupuncture."

"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."

"Venture into Aberdeen Centre or one of the other nearby malls to find yourself transported to Asia, complete with supermarkets, tea shops, household goods and any number of exclusive Asian brands, all yours for the browsing. Then take a short walk along the waterfront pathway to the ROX – Richmond Olympic Experience. Located in the speed skating venue from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the ROX features simulators so you can experience what world class athletes feel when they compete. At the south edge of Richmond is the fishing village of Steveston."

"More than 160 stores pack this Asian mall, which is anchored by a Daiso (a ubiquitous Japanese dollar store). Shoppers can stock up on trendy Korean skin-care products at Aritaum, Tony Moly, and Nature Republic, or browse everything from herbal..."