Vancouver's North Shore-West Vancouver and North Vancouver collectively-is a scenic suburb of Vancouver, and 10 minutes from its centre accessed via two bridges and a SeaBus.
Here on Vancouver's North Shore you'll find the best of all worlds: nature and city in harmony. From towering evergreens, year-round mountain top adventures, ocean sports, hiking, skiing, golf, and mountain biking to diverse arts, culture, the best in dining, and a wide range of accommodation, Vancouver's North Shore is unmatched.
Flourishing small village-like centres dot Vancouver's North Shore, each distinct from the next, yet knit together by community spirit and a compelling, breathtaking, natural location.
DEEP COVE
Deep Cove is snugged in at the foot of Mount Seymour on fjord-like Indian Arm and is the most easterly boundary of Vancouver's North Shore. This bustling little community is renowned for its year-round kayaking, hiking, and mountain biking. A thriving arts centre with a celebrated, active theatre and art gallery, combined with an array of excellent restaurants keep locals close and attract plenty of visitors.
Idyllic rainforest and fjord views, character Bed & Breakfast establishments, cozy cafés, and a wealth of outdoor adventures make Deep Cove a must-visit.
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LYNN VALLEY
Lynn Valley is a thriving residential community laced with unique shops and restaurants. Its major claims to fame are vast and varied outdoor recreational amenities like Lynn Canyon Park, the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge, and the Lynn Canyon Café. Nearby are the Seymour Land Conservation Reserve and Mount Seymour Provincial Park.
LONSDALE AVENUE
Lonsdale Avenue is a diverse thoroughfare that runs from the Upper Levels Highway down to the waterfront, best experienced and explored on foot.
Upper Lonsdale is anchored by a happening skateboard park and the Centennial Theatre, and dotted along its length with wonderful multicultural restaurants including Thai, Greek, BBQ, French, Italian, Mexican, Indian, Persian and plenty more.
Lower Lonsdale is awash with shops and restaurants, and slopes down to the water's edge, Burrard Inlet, where you'll find Lonsdale Quay, home to the ideally situated Lonsdale Quay Hotel, and the deliciously, fascinating Lonsdale Quay Market with its dozens of fresh food vendors, food stalls, and an upper tier of fashion and specialty shops. This is also a major commuter hub-it's where the SeaBus crosses Burrard Inlet connecting the North Shore to downtown Vancouver.
EDGEMONT VILLAGE
This quaint village is a complete community unto itself but happily shares with a constant stream of visitors. The draw? A wide array of thriving specialty and unique fashions shops, fine restaurants, and a superb B.C. wine store.
AMBLESIDE VILLAGE
Known to local West Vancouverites as Ambleside-by-the-Sea, the Village's character is easily mined by simply strolling the main street, Marine Drive, and sussing out a diverse range of shops from gardening and home décor stores to fashion boutiques and a mix of quaint restaurants to suit every appetite. Ambleside Beach, a mecca for strollers, affords panoramic views of English Bay, Vancouver, and Stanley Park.
DUNDARAVE VILLAGE
This West Vancouver village located on Marine Drive boasts specialty shops and galleries and is a magnet for antique and fine arts lovers. A diverse range of casual eateries draws North Shore residents, Vancouverites and visitors too.
HORSESHOE BAY
This seaside village, home to a busy marina, shops, restaurants, pubs, parks, and a water's edge playgrounds. It's the terminus for the Trans-Canada Highway and the terminal for B.C. Ferries carrying travellers bound for Bowen Island, Vancouver Island, and the Sunshine Coast. And it's where the Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler begins.
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