Kitsilano
Kits is the west coast, best coast
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With Kits Beach at its heart, this laid-back yet lively community radiates its 1960’s hippy roots.
Kits Pool
The longest saltwater pool in North America
Kitsilano is named after the Squamish chief, August Jack Khatsahlano, a renowned medicine man. This area has been home to the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples since time immemorial.
For more than 5 years, Kits has been voted “Vancouver’s Best Neighbourhood” by Lonely Planet.
More than ice cream, sunbathing, and sand, Kitsilano effortlessly blends bustle with relaxation. For the uninitiated, you can expect plenty of beachfront activities, heritage homes on tree-lined streets, and independent boutique stores. Stroll around town with an ice cream, grab a paddleboard or watch beach volleyball. Not a fan of the ocean? Take a dip in the Kitsilano Pool.
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True west coast cuisine
With its hippy roots, Kitsilano restaurants are known as health-focused organic eateries, casual seaside bars, and farm-to-table bistros. West Broadway and West 4th add Mediterranean flavour and multicultural spice to Kits’ already stacked foodie options.
Indoor culture, outdoor action
Explore Kitsilano’s cultural scene by visiting the Museum of Vancouver, H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, and the Vancouver Maritime Museum. If you’re craving movement, rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard at Jericho Beach, hit up the tennis courts at Kits Beach, or visit one of the many yoga studios.
Sleep steps from the beach
While you won’t find massive chain hotels in Kitsilano, you will find small bed-and-breakfasts, short-term rentals in heritage homes, and guest suites. When you stay in Kits, you can immerse yourself in the West Coast lifestyle, frequenting farmer’s markets, strolling oceanfront parks, and biking the Arbutus Greenway.
Bring the Kits charm home with you
Wander along West Broadway or West 4th Ave, browsing boutiques for artisan goods, high-end activewear, and wellness products. Browse homegrown eco-friendly shops such as Jar Bar, or visit the local farmers markets, which provide a taste of fresh produce and handmade treasures, promising a genuine, local experience.
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