Vancouver
If your to-buy list includes taxidermy, vintage cameras and old hotel matchbooks, this cleverly curated, highly browsable shop is the place for you. Among…
Must-see shopping in British Columbia
Vancouver
One of Vancouver's oldest and most respected indigenous galleries has moved to this huge new storefront, whose two floors are crammed with often…
Vancouver
A Drive fixture for 70-plus years and a loud echo of the area's counterculture heyday, this is the store to find the latest copy of Proletarian magazine…
Vancouver
Along with the shelves of used boots and shoes near the entrance of this outdoor gear and sports equipment consignment store, you'll find racks of end-of…
Vancouver
This unisex footwear temple is a dangerous place to come if you have a shoe fetish; best not to bring more than one credit card. Quality and designer élan…
Vancouver
The 'Signature' in the name means this well-located shop – just off Robson St at Bute – is one of the larger-format BC government liquor stores. You'll…
Vancouver
From its creaky floorboards to its scuzzy carpets and ever-teetering piles of books, this legendary locals' fave is a great place to peruse a cornucopia…
Vancouver
Vancouver's best urban alfresco farmers market is in the heart of the West End, alongside Nelson Park. It runs during the warmest months of the year and…
Vancouver
This German-style Christmas market lures thousands of Yuletide-loving locals to its alfresco waterfront location every festive season. They come for…
Vancouver
Downtown's biggest vintage store houses multiple racks of used clothing that invite a serious browse-a-thon. Alongside the well-priced yesteryear T-shirts…
Vancouver
Vancouver's largest hipster clothing store, with Herschel daypacks and ironic cropped T-shirts, offers a cornucopia of men's and women's fashions as well…
Vancouver
Divided between Vancouver's best selection of guidebooks and travel literature (plus maps) on one side and a huge array of luggage, backpacks and travel…
Main Street Station Farmers Market
Vancouver
Transforming the south side of the park that fronts Pacific Central Station, this convivial farmers market is also handily located across from a SkyTrain…
Vancouver
On UBC's very own farm grounds, this popular alfresco market includes dozens of stands selling the farm's own produce plus additional artisan treats and…
Vancouver
At this bright and friendly nonprofit gallery run by the Craft Council of British Columbia (CCBC), the shelves hold everything from glass goblets and…
Vancouver
Specializing in BC artisans, there's an eminently browsable and surprisingly diverse array of tasteful handmade goodies at this ever-friendly store. Your…
Vancouver
Don't be put off by the unassuming windowless exterior of this local favorite; instead nip inside for a cornucopia of esoteric storybooks, graphic novels,…
Vancouver
With its cool array of retro reproduction sportswear and framed historic sports photography, this is the perfect pit stop for sports nuts. It's a great…
Vancouver
The bottled-beer selection at this private liquor store (ie not run by the government, like many in the city) is among Vancouver's best. Alongside…
Vancouver
The small tables at this independent chocolatier are often filled with sweet-tooth visitors sipping coffee and nibbling decadent pastries. But there's…
Vancouver
Proving that Yaletown men are just as aesthetically focused as women, this hip menswear boutique is the perfect spot to upgrade your style from that snow…
Little Sister's Book & Art Emporium
Vancouver
Launched almost 40 years ago as one of the only LGBTIQ+ bookshops in Canada, Little Sister's is a bazaar of queer-positive tomes, plus magazines, clothing…
Vancouver
Almost hidden in a back alley maze of buildings, this beloved local favorite is a crafter's delight. It's hard not to stroke every strand of silk in sight…
Vancouver
High-end-label lovers flock here to peruse the artfully presented D&G, Armani and Issey Miyake togs and accoutrements arrayed over several brightly lit…
Victoria
The nostalgically inclined will love this large toy emporium of collectibles, especially if they head upstairs to the mezzanine-level toy museum. It's…
Vancouver
A tiny, small-batch vegan cheese shop that'll challenge your deepest dairy attachments. Arrive early to avoid the crush during its limited opening hours…
Victoria
This charming, museum-like confectioner serves the best ice-cream bars, but repeat offenders usually spend their time hitting the 20-flavor-strong menu of…
Granville Island Licorice Parlour
Vancouver
A satellite branch of Commercial Dr's popular candy store, this sweet-tooth pilgrimage spot serves up dozens of jars of serious licorice (anyone for salty…
Vancouver
Comprising seven super-cool vintage vendors offering everything from 1970s outfits (at Thirteen Moons) to antique taxidermy (Salamander Salt Curio), this…
Vancouver
Not everything is white at this huge, high-ceilinged interiors store but it certainly veers toward the cooly pale. From perfect wine glasses to chic…
Gandharva Loka World Music Store
Vancouver
From rainsticks to mandolins, visitors are encouraged to try out the unusual instruments in this welcoming, family-friendly store. Need a new instrument…
Vancouver
Descend the stairs to enter this Narnia-like magical world of amazing board games. Vancouver's favourite game shop is a warm and welcoming venue crammed…
Vancouver
A lovely little store specializing in well-curated consignment clothing and accessories for women, this is the place to head to if you've left your summer…
Vancouver
Covering everything from food and drink to narrative nonfiction, this cozy general-interest-used bookstore is a highly inviting browse magnet. The…
Vancouver
This welcoming hat emporium can transform your tired old look in an instant. An outlet of a funky US family-run business, it caters to men and women, and…
Vancouver
Plunging into the scalding hot Kitsilano tea-boutique wars, this satellite branch of Victoria's favorite fancy-tea emporium combines superbly friendly…
Vancouver
Flagship branch of Vancouver's high-end outdoor-gear store. Expect to pay a premium for the best waterproof jackets and weather-resistant pants. The…
Vancouver
One of Vancouver's most interesting vintage and antique stores. Nose around the creaky-floored interior and you'll start to mentally redecorate your…
Vancouver
Smily, genuinely friendly service is the approach at this tiny womenswear boutique where you should give yourself plenty of time to browse the racks of…
Vancouver
Peer through the windows at this intriguing artisan glass studio and watch the team blow and twirl their stuff. There are plenty of works to purchase in…
