09:00 AM | The Local Start
Kick off your morning like a true "Kits" resident. Grab a Matcha Latte and a fresh-baked croissant from Kits Beach Coffee on Cornwall—it’s the perfect spot to watch the morning joggers. Feeling hungrier? Head to Jam Cafe on 4th for their famous Egg Benedicts (pro tip: get there early to beat the line!).
11:00 AM | The Scenic Route Walk the Seawall toward Vanier Park. Take in the views of the city skyline and the mountains while passing the Museum of Vancouver and the HR MacMillan Space Centre. If you’re feeling ambitious, keep wandering—the path leads directly into the artisan heart of Granville Island.
01:30 PM | Saltwater & Sand. It’s time for the beach. Enjoy a picnic on the logs at Kitsilano Beach or head over for a swim at the iconic Kitsilano Pool. In April, the air is crisp, but the views across English Bay are unmatched.
04:00 PM | Iconic Shopping Stroll up to West 4th Avenue, the birthplace of the "athleisure" movement. Visit the Lululemon Flagship Store (where it all began!) or gear up for your next hike at Arc'teryx. The boutique shopping here is some of the best in the city.
07:00 PM | A Taste of the West Coast End your day with a world-class meal. Choose Oddfish on West 1st for incredibly fresh, seasonal seafood in a buzzing, casual atmosphere. If you’re looking for something truly special, book a table at AnnaLena—consistently ranked in Canada’s Top 10 and a proud holder of a Michelin Star.
It’s a 10-minute drive or a quick 15-minute bus ride on the #4 or #7. You can also take the False Creek Ferries from the Maritime Museum!
Kitsilano is incredibly well-connected. You can hop on the #4 or #7 bus on West 4th or Cornwall for a direct 15-minute ride into the city center. For a more scenic commute, walk to the Maritime Museum and take the False Creek Ferry—it’s a 'mini-cruise' that drops you at Yaletown or Granville Island in minutes. If you’re heading to a match at BC Place, the ferry to Plaza of Nations is the most stress-free way to go!"
It’s arguably the best in the city. Kitsilano sits at the center of everything: you are a 10-minute bike ride across the Burrard Bridge to Stanley Park, a 5-minute ferry hop to the artisan markets of Granville Island, and a quick 15-minute drive to the Capilano Suspension Bridge shuttles. You get to enjoy world-class sightseeing by day and retreat to our quiet, tree-lined beach neighborhood by night—away from the downtown noise.
Kits Pool typically opens for the season in mid-May. Be sure to check the 2026 reservation schedule!
Most of our Kitsilano homes include designated parking, which is a huge plus in this busy neighborhood. Otherwise, there is always public parking available.
Absolutely! Kitsilano is one of the most bike-friendly neighborhoods in North America. You have two great options right on our doorstep:
Local Shop Rentals: For a high-quality cruiser, e-bike, or road bike, head to Reckless Shipyards or Kitsilano Cycles on West 4th Avenue. They provide helmets and locks, and it’s a quick 5-minute ride from there to the beach.
Mobi Bike Share: If you just want a quick one-way trip, Vancouver’s Mobi by Rogers bike-share stations are located all over Kitsilano (including right by the Kits Pool and the Maritime Museum). You can unlock them with an app and drop them off at any station in the city—perfect for riding over the bridge to Stanley Park!
Insider Tip: From Kits Beach, follow the Arbutus Greenway for a paved, car-free scenic route through the heart of the city, or take the seaside path all the way to Granville Island in under 10 minutes.
Kitsilano is consistently ranked as one of Vancouver’s safest and most desirable residential areas. It is a family-oriented community where you’ll see locals jogging at sunrise and families enjoying the parks well into the evening.
Why guests feel secure here:
Community Vibe: Unlike the busy high-rise core of Downtown, Kitsilano has a 'small-town' feel where neighbors know each other.
Well-Lit & Active: The main corridors like West 4th, West Broadway, and Cornwall Ave stay active and well-lit with diners and shoppers into the late evening.
13 Years of Local Presence: As your hosts for over a decade, we only manage homes in areas where we would (and do!) walk at night ourselves.
Host Tip: Like any major international city, we always recommend the standard 'common sense' practice of locking your car and not leaving valuables in sight. Our properties feature secure electronic locks with unique codes for every guest, so you never have to worry about lost keys
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