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Resort municipality in British Columbia, Canada
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Whistler is a resort community near Vancouver in British Columbia. Boasting the largest ski area in North America, Whistler is a popular winter skiing and outdoor sports destination.
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A 70-m waterfall and canyon along Brandywine Creek. From the parking lot, it is a 10- to 15-minute walk along a good trail to the viewing platform. It is not accessible by public transport.
Showcases the art, history and culture of the Squamish and Lil'wat First Nations
Shows the wildlife, history and development of Whistler. Also showcases the advancement of skiing equipment, Olympic bids, the Olympic torch, Olympic memorabilia and the Olympic movement.
An excellent collection of British Columbia art in a spectacular building in a beautiful setting. Also hosts visiting exhibitions. Parking is available with a seasonal pricing structure.
During summer, the skiing paradise turns into a biker's paradise with a handful of lifts carrying bikers and bikes up the mountain. There are over 50 runs and 4,900 feet of vertical catering to all skill levels. Tracks include single trails and fast race tracks with spectacular jumps and some Northshore elements have been built. Bikes can be rented at the base of the Whistler gondola.
Lost Lake is a great place to relax in the summer and is a popular spot with the locals. There's a beach, the water is warmer than the other lakes in the valley and there are miles of trails for walking or cycling. It's also a popular spot for cross-country skiing in the winter.
Rates start at $32/hour for indoor courts to $16/hour for outdoor courts.
Whistler is famous for its black bears, with up to 70 living around the village. They can be seen on the mountain bike park occasionally. For a better chance of viewing them, an organised bear tour is a good option.
Slide down the same track as the Olympic athletes on a bobsleigh (with a pilot) or skeleton with speed as fast as 100 km/h.
Groups can expect to learn how to throw axes, trickshots, play games, and compete in tournaments. Group sizes of 2 - 70. Ages 10+.
Cozy cafe tucked away behind the bookstore. Eggs, scrambles, French toast, oatmeal for breakfast. Burgers, sandwiches and chili for lunch. Family friendly with high chairs and a small play area with toys. Licensed if you want a beer with your meal.
Coffee shop with a good selection of fresh salads, soups and sandwiches, also offers Whistler Brewing Company beers. The patio is great on a sunny day.
Coffee shop with a selection of wraps, burritos and baked goods.
Freshly made artisan bread and a large selection of baked goods. Mostly sweet, sometimes savoury, often decadent. Includes some flourless, gluten-free and vegan choices. Also serves coffee, tea and soda/juice drinks.
An Italian restaurant, serves meals with a free loaf of bread per table, and tasty big dishes. The food is delightful, not to be missed. Serves lunch and dinner.
Mediterranean inspired dishes with pizzas from their wood-fired oven, pasta, chicken, pork and fish. There are also burgers on the lunch menu and some brunch options. The pizzas and garlic calamari are recommended.
One of a large chain of restaurants. Serves a lot of good appetizers and decent cocktails, in an average price range.
A unique and delicious stir fry restaurant. Pick from a wide variety of ingredients, customize your sauce, and watch them stir fry it up in front of you. Save room for the complimentary rice. Beware of your eyes being bigger than your stomach though, as it adds up quickly!
Oyster & seafood trays, venison & steaks. Reviewers found the food was good, although expensive, and recommended the wine list.
Japanese teppanyaki.
Stunning food paired with world class hospitality. Home to the largest wine cellar in British Columbia. Home of the Grey Goose Ice Room. Main courses from $38
Restaurant and nightclub with pool tables, big screen TVs and a large dance floor.
Irish-style pub with good food and live music nightly after 8PM.
Bar and restaurant with the feel of a big cabin, features great barbeque and rock music. Popular for après.
Nightclub in the village.
Popular spot for apres ski with its patio looking out at the base of the mountain and Skiers Plaza.
Your run-of-the-mill pub, with darts and table hockey.
Great, clean, modern facility opened 2010. Staff are super friendly and there are daily activities organized by the hostel. 20-30 min from Whistler Village Regular and frequent bus service from 5AM to 3AM. Taxi fare from the village is around $20 (request a van and you can split the fare 6 ways).
Well situated about 300 m from the Creekside gondola station (Whistler Mountain) and commercial area. While shops and restaurants (and ski lifts) are within walking distance, the main village area is a 40 minute walk, however the area is served by buses which come every 15 minutes (high season), or 30 minutes (low season). If staying at this hostel be sure to eat at the Southside Diner, which occupies the ground floor and is one of the very few remaining establishments from the pre-Intrawest Whistler era.
The Delta offers 1- and 2-bedroom suites with full kitchen and laundry facilities as standard.
A lodge with studios, lofts, and one-bedroom suites. Heated pool and tub. Onsite Italian restaurant Trattoria di Umberto.
Boutique hotel with on-site spa. Has Deluxe and Executive studios and one bedroom suites.
Hotel is in the heart of Whistler Village. Studios and suites with kitchenettes.
The Sundial Boutique Hotel is at the base of Whistler Mountain and is one of the closest properties to both Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas. There is a roof top hot tub and the hotel also has a selection of suites with private hot tubs.
Located in the Upper Village, walking distance to Blackcomb Wizard lift and to main village.
Located in Whistler Village, the Hilton is one long block from the Whistler gondola.
The Pan Pacific is at the base of Whistler, a few steps from the Blackcomb gondola and right in the middle of the apres ski action.
the former Residence Inn by Marriott - Whistler
Luxury all-suite lodging, slopeside on Blackcomb Mountain. Ski-in ski-out access. There are studio, one and two bedroom rooms. Has a large hot tub.
The best prices on the best quality properties. Studios to multi-bedroom units. Units in 17 of Whistler’s best buildings. Self-contained, fully-equipped units.
A good range of vacation rentals to suit the needs of all kinds of travellers.
A collection of luxury ski-in, ski-out properties at the base of the Whistler Creekside Gondola.
Provides 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom ski-in ski-out accommodation in Whistler for families.
Cool cable suspension bridge across the Cheakamus River.
Learn to ski or snowboard or re-visit the slopes of Whistler Blackcomb mountains again in style with this equipment rental service company.
By bus
By plane
The nearest large airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR). There are bus and limousine companies that provide direct shuttle service from the airport to Whistler.
By public transit
By bike
In the summer months there are many bike rental outfits. A valley trail connects 99% of all areas within and around Whistler.
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