BEST OF West Vancouver

West Vancouver is actually made up of several village-like communities. If you're on the lookout for antiques and crafts, Ambleside is worth a try while Dundarave is known for its boutiques and galleries. Or, you can enjoy a walk along Ambleside Beach or stroll the length of the seawall which connects both neighbourhoods. 

Horseshoe Bay is another unique community in West Vancouver. It is the departure point for ferries to Bowen Island, Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. It's a great place to book a fishing charter, enjoy fish and chips and walk along the wharves of local marinas. The many restaurants offer ocean views, perfect for watching the coming and goings of the ferries.

Picturesque Marine Drive will take you from the Lions Gate Bridge all the way to Horseshoe Bay. Along the way, you'll find Lighthouse Park and its 75 hectares (185 acres) of majestic forest including towering Douglas Fir. The park's extensive network of trails take you out to the 1874 lighthouse - Canada's oldest manned lighthouse - and along the rugged coastline where seals can be found basking on the rocks below.

After experiencing all that the shoreline has to offer, be sure to check out the local mountains with their many bike trails and trails that offer great hiking, for all levels of expertise.

Whether you are coming to shop, dine, golf, play on the beach or just relax, West Vancouver, British Columbia offers the BEST of everything. There are many unique shops and places to eat, drink, play and relax. The BEST of these establishments are listed on this Web Site with detailed information on their products, services and menus as well as interactive mapping that will direct you to their front door.

For the BEST shopping, services, restaurants, entertainment, lodging accommodations, real estate information and community events, click on to the categories below and start planning your trip to beautiful West Vancouver, British Columbia.