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VANCOUVER ENTERTAINMENT & TOURISM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and the North Shore Mountains, there\u2019s no denying that Vancouver offers a picturesque backdrop of shoreline and snow-capped mountains. Outdoor lovers will find plenty of options for recreation, particularly hiking. Vancouver is home to some of the best trails on the West Coast, including St. Mark\u2019s Summit, Quarry Rock, Norvan Falls, and Garibaldi Lake Trail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best parts about hiking in Vancouver is that you can choose from a variety of different trails for a range of skill sets and difficulties. For a leisurely stroll through the forest, try Pacific Spirit Regional Park, and don\u2019t forget to bring your four-legged best friend! Or, you can take a scenic stroll through Burnaby Lake and see ducks, geese, and even beavers along the way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re in the mood for a more challenging hike, opt for Grouse Grind \u2013 or, as locals like to call it, \u201cMother Nature\u2019s StairMaster.\u201d Not for the faint of heart, this trail spans 2.9 km and has an elevation of about 853 meters. Once you\u2019re done, you can take a gondola back down the mountain (attempting to hike down Grouse Grind is illegal). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Love spending an evening watching hockey, baseball, or football? Vancouver is calling your name. With six professional sports teams, there\u2019s never a shortage of sporting events to choose from year-round. From fall to winter, you can catch a junior ice hockey game at the Langley Ice Centre to see the Vancouver Giants, or head straight to Rogers Arena to watch the Vancouver Canucks during the NHL season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While hockey certainly dominates ticket sales, there are plenty of other sporting events to see in Vancouver. The Vancouver Whitecaps are the resident soccer team, and the Canadian Football League even has a home in Vancouver with the BC Lions. And of course, no list of sporting events would be complete without baseball. Head over to Nat Bailey Stadium during the summer to see the Vancouver Canadians, and you may even catch a fireworks show after the last inning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From street fairs to performing arts to cultural celebrations, there is always a new festival happening in Vancouver. During the spring, you can see more than 40,000 cherry blossom trees in bloom, giving way to the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival<\/a>. Take a guided tour of the best walking routes, listen to free music at the Cherry Jam Downtown Concert, explore Japanese culture at the Sakura Days Japan Fair, or submit your best haiku for the annual Haiku Invitational competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Theatre and arts are alive and well in Vancouver, with plenty of events and festivals to celebrate the performing and visual arts. The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival<\/a> is a signature event in Vancouver, showcasing the work of both local and national performing artists over a three-week time span. More than 18,000 people attend the festival every year to experience new, groundbreaking, and innovative performances from a wide range of genres. And festivals in Vancouver certainly don\u2019t stop there! Check out the Vancouver Film Festival<\/a> to experience 16 days of international screenings, the Vancouver Opera Festival for world-class performances, or the Vancouver Folk Music Festival to hear both local talent and big-name, international performers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

VANCOUVER CITY GUIDE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Vancouver boasts an impressive range of neighbourhoods, with more than 30 neighbourhoods. Each area has its own character and appeal, with a wide variety of homes, culture, dining, entertainment, and more. Here are a few of our favourite areas to explore for real estate in downtown Vancouver: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For homeowners who want to experience the heart of what a bustling metropolis has to offer, Downtown Vancouver has everything you need \u2013 and more! The Downtown area consists of Yaletown, West End, Coal Harbour, and Downtown West (among others). Much of the Downtown Vancouver area consists of high-rise apartments and condos, but there are plenty of townhomes and detached homes that provide a more residential feel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

West End borders Stanley Park and brings plenty of opportunities for entertainment and nightlife. From up-and-coming restaurants to bars and clubs, to diverse shopping districts, there\u2019s never a dull moment in West End! Spend the afternoon walking through Stanley Park or exploring marine life at the Vancouver Aquarium, or discover the arts, entertainment, and boutiques along with Robson, Davie Village, and Denman St. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yaletown is filled with artists and young professionals, combining historical industrial buildings of the past with emerging, vibrant spaces of the present. Warehouses have been converted to lofts, and railway loading docks are now nightclubs, boutiques, and high-class restaurants. As one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in Vancouver, real estate in Yaletown is in high demand \u2013 and with easy access to BC Place and Rogers Arena, it\u2019s easy to see why. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the ocean and the North Shore mountains from Coal Harbour, a scenic neighbourhood nestled in Burrard Inlet. Not only are the views spectacular, but so are the walking paths, fine dining, and shopping, making Coal Harbour a hot destination for would-be homeowners and tourists alike. Coal Harbour is one of the city\u2019s most affluent neighbourhoods, with a high percentage of working professionals and retirees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downtown is home to Vancouver\u2019s financial district, as well as historic Gastown. It\u2019s a perfect combination of historic charm and bustling industry, offering the best of both worlds for residents. You\u2019ll also find one of the oldest neighbourhoods in all of Vancouver: Chinatown, which has plenty of shops, butchers, and markets. Like other downtown neighbourhoods, Downtown West is extremely walkable, making transportation a breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mount Pleasant is split into two distinct neighbourhoods: East and West. The smaller of the two is Mount Pleasant West, nestled between Fairview, Falls Creek, and Mount Pleasant East. Mount Pleasant West is best-known for its eclectic atmosphere and close-knit community of artists, musicians, young professionals, and families of all ages and sizes. A few blocks away lies Mount Pleasant East, a vibrant and expansive neighbourhood filled with trendy bars, restaurants, and breweries. Both areas of Mount Pleasant are in high demand, with plenty of new development slated to bring more options for townhomes and condos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Main Street is quickly becoming one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Vancouver, which is (of course) anchored by south Main Street. You\u2019ll find plenty of restaurants, bars, bakeries, coffee shops, markets, and unique stores surrounding the Main Street neighbourhood. Best of all, Main Street is an extremely walkable area, leading many residents to opt for walking or bikes as their primary form of transportation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cedar Cottage is an up-and-coming community that boasts a wide range of diversity in ages, ethnicities, languages, and more. With plenty of independently owned shops and cafes, the streets (and the people) of Cedar Cottage are welcoming, warm, and down to earth. Cedar Cottage is also home to Trout Lake, which is the only lake in all of Vancouver. You\u2019ll find plenty of family-friendly amenities around the lake, like an off-leash dog park, a farmer\u2019s market, Little League fields, playgrounds, basketball courts, and even a corndog stand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a Vancouver neighbourhood outside of the Downtown Vancouver area? Use our interactive map of Vancouver neighbourhoods to explore the wide range of possibilities throughout Vancouver. Whether you want to live in the heart of the city, as close to the action as possible, or need a little more of a residential feel, there\u2019s a neighbourhood for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can take some time to decide which area is right for you, so be prepared to take some time and ask for guidance from a real estate agent who can guide you to the area that best fits your lifestyle, your needs, and your budget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHY LIVE IN VANCOUVER?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Vancouver gets a lot of great press for its livability, diversity, healthcare, and housing, just to name a few. There\u2019s a lot to love about Vancouver \u2013 so much so that the city was named the best place to live<\/a> in all of North America! Here are a few of our favourite reasons that folks choose to call Vancouver home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n