Urban allure in sun-drenched Yaletown
With historic architecture and a contemporary attitude, Yaletown is one of Vancouver's most-coveted zip codes. While it was once a hub for the Canadian Pacific Railway, today Yaletown's redbrick depots house sun-drenched outdoor patios, upmarket boutiques and sleek residential developments. Want to stay local? With Yaletown vacation rentals, you can swap lackluster hotel rooms for bespoke apartments in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The central location means you can catch a Canucks game at Rogers Arena, bike around the Stanley Park Seawall or hit the North Shore mountains.
Discover Yaletown's railway roots
For a glimpse of Yaletown's railway roots, head to Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre. It's home to Engine 374, a vintage steam engine used to power Vancouver's first transcontinental passenger train. As well as its upbeat patio scene, Yaletown is a hub for arts and culture. From First Nations carvings to international works, the Jennifer Kostuik Gallery is one of Vancouver's top private galleries. After a long day of sightseeing, head to Yaletown Brewing Co, where you'll find a great selection of rotating taps. If you taste something you like, why not head back to your Yaletown vacation rental with a refillable beer growler?
Wining and dining in Yaletown
In Yaletown, wining and dining are top priorities. Luring a constant stream of locals, the bars and restaurants housed in Yaletown's historic warehouses are always packed to the brim. While the exterior platforms were once used to load goods, today they've been reimagined as urban patios. Whether you want to sit down for brunch or sip on craft beer, they're a great place to soak up the Yaletown street scene. After dark, Yaletown serves up some of the city's best nightlife, with everything from sleek cocktail lounges to late-night dance clubs.