Shopping in Vancouver is an event unto itself. The city's diverse population and strategic geographic location as the gateway to the Pacific, make it home to some of the very best shopping in the world. Whether you're looking for the best of the best or shopping on a budget you're certain to find something that will pique your interest in one of Vancouver's many shops. In addition to a vast network of major retail and street-level shops interspersed throughout the city, Vancouver is home to several distinct shopping districts, dozens of malls, a number of public markets and thousands of independent retailers.

Vancouver's distinct shopping districts each offer a unique style and quality of specialty goods. Conveniently located in downtown Vancouver you'll find Robson Street bustling with activity every day of the week. Robson is home to some of the worlds most famous, and exclusive brands. Gastown, Vancouver's oldest downtown district, is home to a large selection of native art galleries and souvenir shops. To the west there's Yaletown, a revitalized warehouse district located along False Creek featuring a number of trendy shops and specialty stores. Conveniently located along Granville Street in the middle of town you'll find Canada's oldest, biggest and most well known big box retailers and branded stores.

Shopping in Vancouver is an event unto itself. The city's diverse population and strategic geographic location as the gateway to the Pacific, make it home to some of the very best shopping in the world. Whether you're looking for the best of the best or shopping on a budget you're certain to find something that will pique your interest in one of Vancouver's many shops. In addition to a vast network of major retail and street-level shops interspersed throughout the city, Vancouver is home to several distinct shopping districts, dozens of malls, a number of public markets and thousands of independent retailers.

Vancouver's distinct shopping districts each offer a unique style and quality of specialty goods. Conveniently located in downtown Vancouver you'll find Robson Street bustling with activity every day of the week. Robson is home to some of the worlds most famous, and exclusive brands. Gastown, Vancouver's oldest downtown district, is home to a large selection of native art galleries and souvenir shops. To the west there's Yaletown, a revitalized warehouse district located along False Creek featuring a number of trendy shops and specialty stores. Conveniently located along Granville Street in the middle of town you'll find Canada's oldest, biggest and most well known big box retailers and branded stores.

Just outside of the downtown core you'll find North America's second largest Chinatown where you'll be exposed to a broad spectrum of Asian culture. From inexpensive imported household goods, to herbal remedies and a plethora of great restaurants Chinatown is a must see for anyone visiting Vancouver. South of Chinatown on Main Street beyond 16th Avenue you'll find Antique Row featuring store after store filled with trinkets and keepsakes from different eras and parts of the world. Further along Main Street at 49th Avenue you'll enter "Little India", a community specializing in Indian sweets, spices, clothing and cuisine.

On the west side of False Creek you'l find the world famous Granville Island Public Market crowded with vendors selling fresh cut flowers, locally grown fruits and vegetables, premium teas and coffees, baked goods, organic meats, and fresh seafood. Local artists and artisans showcase their arts and crafts in makeshift booths throughout the open air market while buskers entertain the crowds with comedy, music, and magic routines. The Island is home to an upscale hotel, a microbrewery, a number of restaurants, nightclubs, a comedy club and live theater. There's plenty of retail shopping and the "Childrens Market" which features a childrens play area and shops that cater to kids is a family favorite.

A little further west great eating and shopping can be found along West Broadway and in Kitsilano. "Kits" as it is called, has long been Vancouver's hippest spot to hang out. The area features cool record shops, unique restaurants, many trendy retailers and its own beach. Broadway Street runs for miles boasting store after store offering everything from children' clothing to camping gear. Just off of Broadway on Granville Street south you'll find a number of art galleries, gift shops, gourmet grocers and upscale retailers.

On the east side of Vancouver is Commercial Drive. Known around town as The Drive, and Little Italy this is a largely Italian community featuring great cappuccino bars, the best pizza and gelato in town, and some of Vancouver's most unique independent retail shops.

No matter what the purpose of your shopping excursion, DestinationVancouver.com will assist you in finding exactly what you need. Browse our directory by keyword, product, location, retailer or alphabetically and we'll take you there. Before you head out, be sure to browse our hot deals section for special discounts, incentives and coupons. Enjoy the city!