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 Open-air museum |
6501 Deer Lake Avenue Vancouver, BC V5G 3T6 Canada +1 604 293 6501 / +1 604 293 6500 http://www.burnaby.ca/cityhall... |
Built as a memorial to British Columbia's centennial in 1958, this four-hectare (10-acre) open-air museum is a recreation of an early 1900s community. Among its 30 buildings and outdoor scenes are a schoolhouse, blacksmith's shop, dentist's office and a real working theatre. It also has an operational ice cream parlour but the main attraction is a restored 1912 carousel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Our five-sailed landmark |
780-999 Canada Place Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1 Canada +1 604 775 7200 http://www.canadaplace.ca/ |
On many postcards of the city, you will find images of this "five-sailed" complex adorning the harbour shoreline. This should be high on the list of things to see for first timers to the city. The centre, located downtown, was Canada's Pavilion at the 1986 World Expo and is currently the home of the World Trade Centre and Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre. It also houses the CN IMAX Theatre, a five-story movie screen. Just walking around the structure gives you panoramic views of the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Award-winning office tower |
1118-925 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC V6C 3L2 Canada +1 604 669 3312 (Shon Group Realty) http://www.925westgeorgia.com/ |
Built in 1991, this cathedral stands on the foundations of the historic Georgia Dental Medical Building. It is an award-winning 23-storey skyscraper developed primarily for commercial purposes. The architects incorporated pieces of the original building into the façade of the new structure. This distinct blend gives the downtown tower a presence both historic and contemporary. Several retail shops, services, and cafes dot the interior of the building, and its adjacent courtyard is a popular relaxation spot. The Canadian Craft Museum, located on the north end of the site, is a must-see. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The city's original jail |
12 Water St Vancouver, BC V6B 1A5 Canada |
This small two-cell courtyard built in the mid-1800s and burned down in the Great Fire of 1886, used to serve as the city's first jail. It is a Gastown landmark that consists mainly of a commemorative sign and some bars in the cobblestone alley way that used to hold the frontier town's unruly citizens, but it's a must-visit for the turn-of-the-century tales it carries. The small square with its antique light fixtures and explanatory plaques now features studios, offices, and a charming pub called the Irish Heather. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest architecture in city |
145 - 332 Water Street (Gastown Society) Vancouver, BC V6B 1B6 Canada +1 604 683 5650 http://www.gastown.org/ |
This part of downtown got its name from saloon owner 'Gassy Jack' Deighton, who was a rather chatty fellow. In case anyone doubts the true root of the area's title, there is a large statue of this historical figure on Water Street. Cobblestone streets and original architecture, shops, restaurants and bars fill the area. Popular Historic Walking Tours are given free every day from mid-June to the end of August. Highlights include The Landing, Hill's Native Art, Deluxe Junk Co., Salmagundi West, Sonar, and the Irish Heather Bistro. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The world's first steam clock |
Corner of Cambie and Water Streets Vancouver, BC V6B 1B9 Canada |
On a street corner of this Victorian-era warehouse district stands the world's first steam clock, and probably the city's most photographed attraction. The timepiece plays the Westminster Chimes every hour and whistles every 15 minutes with a gush of steam. Despite its gothic style, it's not as old as it looks. Famed inventor and horologist Ray Saunders built the clock in 1977 to muffle steam from underground lines that were used to heat local buildings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Taste some local pride |
1441 Cartwright Street Vancouver, BC V6H 3R7 Canada +1 604 687 2739 http://www.gib.ca/ |
When you've finished a day of shopping at Granville Island and the aroma of barley and hops keeps leading you toward the brewery, don't hold back. Take the half-hour tour of this high-tech facility where you'll be handed a commemorative glass to take home after you've sampled the four beers in it. The retail shop sells beer, souvenirs, and local wines. Call ahead for possible tour time changes. The tours are priced at $9.75 for adults. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Period tours of Gastown |
207 Abbott St Vancouver, BC V6B 2K7 Canada +1 604 683 5650 http://www.gastown.org/programs |
Throughout the summer, the Gastown Business Improvement Society hosts historic walking tours of Gastown. Step back in time as historians hold a 90-minute tour. The tours focus on the rich history and colourful characters of what was once the core of 19th century Vancouver. Hear dramatic folklore while feasting on the architectural past of the area. You'll find out how this area has become a restoration marvel, learn about the world's first steam clock, and listen to the history of the community's founder, saloon-owner Gassy Jack Deighton. The tours are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Extensive First Nations collection |
6393 North West Marine Drive (Near UBC) Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2 Canada +1 604 822 5087 http://www.moa.ubc.ca/ |
This award-winning glass and concrete structure holds one of the world's most extensive collections of Northwest Coast First Nations art. This University of British Columbia museum is a must-see. History, culture and art are on display in an atmosphere of tranquility and light. See totem poles, canoes, and sculptures in silver, gold and wood. There's also a gift shop inside and guided tours from 11:30am-2pm. Admission: CAD9 adults, CAD7 seniors and students, free for children six and under. Free for everyone from 5p-9p on Tuesdays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Diverse cultural community |
Hastings Street to Great Northern Way Vancouver, BC V6A 3V8 Canada +1 604 713 1838 (Community Center) |
This is Vancouver's oldest working-class neighbourhood. The area's first settlement was established in the 1880s and has a diverse mix of ethnicity, history and architecture. The diversity is present today in the area's housing quarters, small corner stores, historic schools, parks and places of worship. One example is Hawkes Avenue, where stately Edwardian houses rub mortar with simple, working-class blocks. To discover more about the area, the Architectural Institute of BC offers free walking tours of the area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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