Kits Beach, Vancouver

Name: Kits Beach
Address: Vancouver, Canada

#134 among attractions in Vancouver

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Kitsilano Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Vancouver, especially in the warm summer months. Located at the north edge of the Kitsilano neighbourhood, the beach faces out onto English Bay. The beach is home to the longest swimming pool in Canada, the salt-water outdoor Kitsilano Pool, operated by the Vancouver Park Board and open annually from May to September. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 49°16'24"N, 123°9'18"W

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Kits Beach – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Celebrities Nightclub, Vancouver Maritime Museum, Numbers, Burrard Street Bridge.

1.2 miE
Dancing, Nightlife
Celebrities Nightclub, Vancouver
31 min walk • Celebrities Nightclub, a renowned hotspot in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, has been a cornerstone of the city's nightlife since its inception in 1910. Originally established as a theater, it transitioned into a nightclub in the 1970s and has since become an iconic...
0.5 miNE
Nautical history of the Arctic and Pacific
Vancouver Maritime Museum, Vancouver
12 min walk • The Vancouver Maritime Museum stands as a bastion of nautical heritage in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. Nestled in the picturesque setting of Vanier Park near the city's waterfront, the museum is dedicated to preserving and telling the story of the Pacific...
1.2 miE
Dancing, Nightlife
Numbers, Vancouver
31 min walk • Numbers is a notable nightclub located in the vibrant city of Vancouver, Canada. This popular entertainment venue has become an integral part of the city's nightlife scene, known for its inclusive atmosphere and diverse range of events.
0.7 miE
Bridge
Burrard Street Bridge, Vancouver
19 min walk • The Burrard Street Bridge is an iconic landmark in the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver, Canada. This historic bridge, which spans the False Creek inlet, is a testament to the city's architectural heritage and urban design.
0.5 miE
City history from First Nations to today
Museum of Vancouver, Vancouver
14 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque setting of Vanier Park, the Museum of Vancouver (MOV) stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. This dynamic institution is dedicated to connecting people with the city's history, art, and culture through a diverse range...
0.5 miNE
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
H. R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver
13 min walk • The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, is an astronomy museum located at Vanier Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The museum was opened on October 28, 1968 containing a Planetarium Star Theatre.
0.6 miE
Park, View point
Vanier Park, Vancouver
16 min walk • Vanier Park is a municipal park located in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, created in 1967. It is home to the Museum of Vancouver, the Vancouver Maritime Museum, the City of Vancouver Archives, and the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre.
0.9 miNE
Monuments and statues, Sculpture, Public art
Inukshuk, Vancouver
23 min walk • Inukshuk is an outdoor inuksuk by Alvin Kanak, installed at Vancouver's English Bay, in British Columbia. The inuksuk's base has a tablet recording that it was constructed in grey granite, and was commissioned by the government of the Northwest Territories for its pavilion at Expo 86, and later given to the City of Vancouver.
1.1 miSE
Nightlife, Cinema, Concerts and shows
Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, Vancouver
29 min walk • The Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage is a landmark theatre at 12th Avenue and Granville Street in Vancouver, British Columbia which serves as the main stage for the Arts Club Theatre Company.
1.1 miE
Bridge
Granville Street Bridge, Vancouver
28 min walk • The Granville Street Bridge is an eight lane bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia, bridging Downtown Vancouver southwest to the Fairview neighborhood. It spans False Creek and is 27.4 metres above Granville Island. It is part of Highway 99.
1.2 miE
Park, Playground
George Wainborn Park, Vancouver
30 min walk • George Wainborn Park is a 2.5-hectare park along False Creek, located in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It was opened in 2004 and named after George Wainborn, who served as Vancouver's Parks Commissioner for 33 years.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kits Beach?

Nearby attractions include Seaforth Peace Park, Vancouver (11 min walk), Vancouver Maritime Museum, Vancouver (12 min walk), St. Roch Ship, Vancouver (12 min walk), Seaforth Armoury, Vancouver (13 min walk).

How to get to Kits Beach by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kits Beach:

Bus

Cornwall Avenue at Yew Street • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

West 4th Ave at Yew St • Lines: 14, 4, 7 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Maritime Museum Dock • Lines: False Creek Ferries Route 2 (14 min walk)
Aquatic Centre Dock • Lines: False Creek Ferries Route 1, False Creek Ferries Route 2 (22 min walk)