Robson Street
Vancity’s shopping district
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Robson Street shopping, the city’s premier retail district, is known for the global brand stores that grace its sidewalks.
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The street earned this historic nickname post-WWII, after a surge of German shop openings
Streetcar tracks were laid down the street in 1895, connecting Robson Street’s stores and restaurants. In the post-war era, the street became teemed with delis, bakeries and high-fashion boutiques, creating a truly international marketplace shaped by immigration.
Robson Street is one of Vancouver’s oldest shopping districts, dating back to the late 1800s.
Robson Street is Vancouver’s retail hotspot. From Granville to Denman Street, people wander in and out of global brand-name stores, such as Lululemon and Sephora, as well as high-end restaurants. Past Granville, you’ll find Robson Square and casual eateries and pubs leading to BC Place Stadium. This area becomes a hotbed of activity during sporting events or concerts, with streams of fans pouring through the streets.
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Welcome to treat street
Transition straight from shopping to dining in Robson Street’s restaurants. Pop into the cafes tucked in between stores for a latte and pastry, try a noodle house on Lower Robson for lunch, or get dressed up for an upscale evening at a rooftop steakhouse.
Explore the four corners of culture
Sports, music, art, literature: Robson Street has it all. At one end, enjoy concerts and sports at BC Place and Rogers Arena. Midway, visit the Vancouver Art Gallery and Robson Square, where you can ice skate in winter and experience live events year-round.
Wake up in the middle of it all
Stay on Robson Street, Vancouver’s city centre, and be situated in the heart of downtown. You’ll be surrounded by iconic landmarks, chic boutiques, and restaurants and bars offering anything your tastebuds might desire.
Vancouver’s shopping district
This iconic retail thoroughfare offers premier shops often open late. You’ll be steps from Vancouver’s Luxury Zone on Alberni and Georgia Streets, and the nearby Pacific Centre Mall. Whether you want to give your wallet a workout or stroll along window shopping, this is the street to see.
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