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North
Vancouver is located to the north of
downtown Vancouver
and accessible by the Lions Gate Bridge in
Stanley Park or by 2nd
Narrows Bridge further east of the city.
Seabus which is part of the local transit offers a pedestrian friendly
transport across the water.
Lonsdale Quay is the hub of the Seabus terminal there you can find a
public Market with all the shops and fresh food stands along side the
Lonsdale Quay Hotel.
The
City of North Vancouver sits on the mountain side overlooking Vancouver
and adjacent to West Vancouver. The area has many
shopping areas as
well as small villages that make up the economic centres of the city.
Grouse Mountain,
and Capilano
Suspension Bridge are 2 of the main tourist attractions that
visitors flock to.
Other areas of interest include Edgemont Village, Seymour Mountain, Lynn
Valley Canyon, Cypress Mountain and the quaint town of Deep Cove to the
east.
Accommodations are mostly around the north end of Lions Gate Bridge with
the
Holiday Inn Hotel North Vancouver situated to the east near
the entrance to the 2nd Narrows Bridge.
The North Shore is more than just a spectacular backdrop for one of the
world's most scenic cities. Few cities offer visitors the opportunity to
spend the morning skiing and snowboarding, followed by an afternoon
picnic on the beach watching the cruise ships sail by as they leave
Canada Place and
the Cruise
Ship Terminal, and topped off with an exquisite dining experience.
Truly where nature meets urban sophistication!
2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver
BC Canada The Winter Games are getting closer we take a look at the
venues and what events they hold. The Games take place in Vancouver,
Whistler, Richmond and The North Shore. North Vancouver has a wide selection of fine hotels
and Attractions to choose from. Located on Vancouver's North Shore, everyone is only minutes from downtown. Check out all the
West Vancouver and
North Vancouver Hotels for rates and availability. |
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Vancouver Hotels with Free Breakfast |
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North Vancouver Hotels with a Swimming Pool |
North Vancouver Neighbourhoods
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Ambleside
Shopping Village and Parks
along the Water in West Vancouver |
Deep Cove
picturesque village has a
very laid back atmosphere |
Caulfeild Village
Quaint Shopping Village in West Vancouver |
Dundarave Village
home to
wonderful shopping, cafes, restaurants and services in West Vancouver. |
Edgemont Village
a charming alpine
village located below Grouse Mountain |
Lonsdale Avenue
Main Street shopping area in North Vancouver |
Park Royal Mall
The North Shore`s
largest centre with over 250 stores ranging from fashion to gifts,
recreation, food, home fashion and kid’s specialty stores. |
Horseshoe Bay
Shopping Village located art the Ferry terminal in West
Vancouver |
North Vancouver Attraction
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Capilano
Suspension Bridge
one of the most
popular tourist attractions. |
Capilano River
courses through the
forest and canyons to Burrard Inlet |
Cleveland Dam
Cleveland Dam sits atop
the Capilano River Regional Park |
Fish Hatchery
interpretive centre is
open to the public every day of the year. |
Grouse Grind
The Grind is a trail
that ascends Grouse Mountain , which is sometimes referred to as "Mother
Nature's Stairmaster." |
Hiking North Vancouver
Hiking, snowshoeing, nature walks,
kayaking and river-dipping are all within easy reach of downtown. |
Seawall North Vancouver
The Seawall starts
at beautiful
Ambleside Park in North Vancouver, across the Lions Gate Bridge,
about 20 minutes from downtown. The Seawall runs from the Park to the
community of
Dundarave. |
| Lighthouse Park North Vancouver
Lots of trails wind their way around the park with several challenging
changes in elevation |
Lynn Valley Canyon North Vancouver
One of its main attractions is the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge and the
many nature hiking and biking trails. |
Maplewood Farm
A working farm offers
children and adults an opportunity to meet and interact with all the
animals you would encounter on any rural farm |
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