Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Whistler

"Located in the Upper Village area, despite the name, Lost Lake is actually one of Whistler’s most accessible lakes. Surrounded by easy hiking and biking trails it is the perfect place to relax and cool down after a long day. It’s a friendly, relaxed environment and even has a dog beach, along with a nude dock if you’re feeling adventurous!"

"The best thing about Lost Lake is that, despite its name, it is located right in Whistler. You can walk to Lost Lake from Whistler Village in just 15 minutes. There’s also a free shuttle all summer long."

"Along the Sea to Sky just outside of Whistler (about 15 minutes by car) you will find Brandywine falls. It is just 5 minutes to get to the falls viewpoint. It is less than one-kilometer walk and is mostly flat!"

"Skiing at world-renowned Whistler Blackcomb Resort, credit: Tourism Whistler/Chad Chomlack. Downhill in Whistler is a no-brainer. With 1,530 metres of verticaland two mountains, Whistler Blackcombis North America’s largest ski resort and a top global destination."

"Located in the village, why not indulge your sweet tooth with some homemade ice cream that follows an old family recipe all the way from Prince Edward Island. We know, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of ice cream is PEI. 32 varieties are out at all times, so go and take a swing at the traditional ‘Let me sample one of each’ ice cream shop inevitability."

"Hailing from the East Coast of Canada, COWS offers the best selection of ice cream in Whistler. With such a great reputation and a large fanbase, the lines can be a bit long. However, don’t let this deter you from enjoying a scoop or two — the line moves fast and the ice cream is worth it!"

"Close by to Green Lake in the area of Alpine Meadows is Meadow Park. This is a picture perfect location to come and have a picnic, take in the stunning mountain views and relax. It is on the Valley Trail route and sits alongside Alta Creek, synonymous with the River of Golden Dreams."

"Home to recreation in Whistler, Lost Lake Park offers plenty of photo opportunities year-round. In the winter, the park runs as a cross-country and snowshoe paradise. Stop by the PassivHaus for rentals and an entry ticket, and you can spend the day exploring the deep forest trails, mountain views, and lakeside vistas."

"A picnic by the lake should be on everyone’s summer bucket list. You can’t go wrong with spreading out a blanket on the sunny lakeside lawn at Lost Lake. It’s a local favourite and it’s easy to see why."

"James Stewart Sculpture Gallery is a small gallery with a big impact. Its current exhibition of large, life-like, and finely detailed sculptures of individuals the artist and gallery owner James Stewart met during his travels around the world is creating quite a stir in a town more accustomed to paintings of wild animals and spectacular landscapes. After building a career in Hollywood by creating visual effects for movies such as The Chronicles of Narnia and Shrek 2, James decided to give it all up and devote his time to his art and to enjoying the wild adventures of Whistler."

"One of the newest coffee shops in Whistler, Cranked Espresso Bar is quickly turning into a local’s hotspot. And not just in the Rainbow neighbourhood but all of Whistler. Their coffee, tea and other hot beverages are fantastic and they have a decent selection of gluten free and vegan pastries."

"Located next to Roland's pub, Red Door Bistro is locally owned and operated. A boutique style restaurant with a fantastic menu at reasonable prices in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Open daily from 5 PM to 11 PM."

"Whistler can't get enough of Chef RD Stewart's West Coast twist on classic French dishes. Simple food done really well with fresh, seasonal flavours."

"Hy's has been Canada's Premier Steakhouse for more than 60 years. This beautiful location in the resort town of Whistler features Canadian Prime beef, a Wine Spectator recognized wine list, and exceptional service in a warm contemporary atmosphere. Hy's has consistently been named Whistler's best...See More"

"A post shared by ATAM (@hangrytam) on Sep 7, 2018 at 6:31pm PDT. Located in the Delta Hotels by Marriott Whistler Village Suites, this location of the popular family of steakhouses is a true gem in Whistler. Cheese toast, steak, wine – that’s all you need to know about the ever-popular destination."

"There are lots of other fried and yummy items available, like poke, zuke, sushi, bowls, and even deepfried Brussels sprouts, at this Japanese pub in the heart of Whistler."

"A combination of Japanese and Korean food, Harajuku Izakaya has a funky dining room with an adjacent Japanese supermarket where you can pick up a cheap lunch."

"Scandinave Spa is probably the most well-known spa in Whistler because their offerings are unlike any other. Hot and cold pools, steam room, sauna, solarium, fireplaces, tea stations and a massage building are scattered in the tranquil forest of Whistler. Most spa go-ers spend a few hours alternating between the traditional Nordic hot, cold, relax cycle for the full hydrotherapy experience."

"OK this one isn’t strictly a Whistler Instagram photo location because you can’t take photos inside. You can’t actually take anything electrical inside as the idea is that you relax in complete silence. We were lucky enough to enter before opening hours so we could shoot for a project we did with Scandinave Spa."

"Boasting an on-site spa, this lakeside Whistler hotel is just 500 m from Whistler Mountain and Creekside Gondola. A gas fireplace is featured in all units. A free shuttle service to Whistler Village is provided."