Vancouver B.C: Best Things to do on Granville Island

I was raised in Vancouver area and am sharing all the fun things to do on Granville Island, downtown Vancouver.

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This little island paradise is so quaint and has a beautiful maritime ambience.  Once you arrive you just want to sit and take in the breathtaking scenery all day!  Granville Island is a man made isle. It was originally created from land fill, and 2 sandbars from the surrounding body of water called

 False Creek.  Back in the day it was actually an island, but now is connected to the mainland by a road and rail bridge.

  The Public Market

This market is the king of Vancouver destinations.  It has a fascinating assortment of homemade products featuring local entrepreneurs.  Close your eyes, picture and smell the rich aromas coming from the mouth watering displays of food, warm baked goods, and plump fruit.

This lychee fruit looks so unique, have you ever tasted it? I have only tasted it as a drink flavor.  If it tastes as good as the flavored drinks, then I'm sold!

My mother and grandparents  used to cook  sausage, sauerkraut, and pierogies when I was growing up.  I'm a mix of German, Russian, and Polish, so this yummy food is right up my alley. The smell wafting through the market took my nose right to the goods!

Unique Eateries and Retail Shops

 Beautiful Scenery

     

 This little fella let me get so close, I am sure he had a motive for that-food, I shared my cookie!

 

 A Beautiful view from Granville Island from False Creek

I loved this Chinese lantern tree, so cool!  There are several festivals and ethnic celebrations at the market all year long.

    

These are the stylish boys of Vancouver .ha!  This open air museum is located close by the island.

 Last but not least, I can't end this post without talking outfit details!  It is normally rainy and chilly in Vancouver during the winter months.  We lucked out, we had sun and 60 degrees.  

I chose a long tunic sweater, jean jeggings, and a comfortable pair of weatherproof booties.  This outfit is so stylish, comfortable, and perfect for Vancouver temperatures.

Have you ever been to Vancouver? 

If not, I hope it's a destination on your bucket list. There is so much to do in see in this city of 3 million. I haven't even scratched the surface!  Have a blessed week, filled with all your favorite things!

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