Woodward's Building, Vancouver

Name: Woodward's Building
Address: Vancouver, Canada

#58 among attractions in Vancouver

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The Woodward's Building is a historic building in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The original portion of the building was constructed in 1903 for the Woodward's Department Store when that area of Cordova Street was the heart of Vancouver's retail shopping district. At one time, this was the premier shopping destination in Vancouver. The store was famous for its Christmas window displays and its basement Food Floor, and the "W" sign at the top of the building was a distinctive landmark on the Vancouver skyline. ()

Coordinates: 49°16'57"N, 123°6'27"W

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Woodward's Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rogers Arena, Harbour Centre, Fortune Sound Club, Sinclair Centre.

~1770 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Rogers Arena, Vancouver
9 min walk • Rogers Arena, a premier sports venue located in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, stands as a beacon of entertainment and athletic prowess. This multifunctional arena, with a seating capacity of up to 18,910 for ice hockey, is home to the Vancouver Canucks of the...
~1330 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Harbour Centre, Vancouver
7 min walk • Perched in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, Harbour Centre stands as a beacon of modern commerce and leisure. This bustling shopping centre, located at 555 West Hastings Street, is not just a hub for retail therapy but also a landmark for both locals and tourists alike.
~1770 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Fortune Sound Club, Vancouver
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's historic Chinatown, Fortune Sound Club stands as a beacon for music enthusiasts and night owls seeking a unique clubbing experience. This premier nightlife destination, known for its eclectic music programming and vibrant atmosphere...
~1950 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Sinclair Centre, Vancouver
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's bustling downtown, Sinclair Centre stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. This elegant shopping centre, characterized by its heritage architecture and sophisticated atmosphere, offers a unique...
~1380 ftSE
Tranquil green space with Taoist design
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, Vancouver
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's bustling Chinatown, the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden stands as an oasis of tranquility and reflection amidst the urban landscape. This meticulously designed park is the first of its kind outside of China, fashioned in the...
~1780 ftW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Vancouver
9 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, commonly known as Holy Rosary Cathedral, is a late 19th-century French Gothic revival church that serves as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver.
~1190 ftSW
Museum, Military museum
Beatty Street Drill Hall, Vancouver
6 min walk • The Beatty Street Drill Hall is a Canadian Forces armoury located at 620 Beatty Street in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the home of The British Columbia Regiment, an armoured reconnaissance reserve regiment, the oldest military unit in Vancouver, and the most senior militia in the province.
~1000 ftSE
Vernacular architecture, Architecture
Sam Kee Building, Vancouver
5 min walk • The Sam Kee Building, located at 8 West Pender Street in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is the "narrowest commercial building in the world" according to the Guinness Book of Records.
~1490 ftSE
Museum, Military museum
Chinese Canadian Military Museum Society, Vancouver
8 min walk • The Chinese Canadian Military Museum Society is located in Vancouver, on the second floor of the Chinese Cultural Centre. It was created in 1998 and maintains a museum in that city.
~810 ftW
Memorial
Victory Square, Vancouver
4 min walk • Victory Square is a park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The square is bordered by West Hastings Street to the northeast, West Pender Street to the southwest, Cambie Street to the southeast, and Hamilton Street to the northwest.
~1910 ftE
Memorial, Park
Wendy Poole Park, Vancouver
10 min walk • Wendy Poole Park is a small triangular plot of parkland near the waterfront in the Downtown Eastside in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Woodward's Building?

Nearby attractions include Storyeum, Vancouver (3 min walk), Gastown, Vancouver (3 min walk), Dominion Building, Vancouver (3 min walk), Sun Tower, Vancouver (3 min walk).

How to get to Woodward's Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Woodward's Building:

Bus

West Hastings Street at Abbott Street • Lines: R5 (1 min walk)
West Cordova St at Abbott St • Lines: 210, 211 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

West Hastings Street at Abbott Street • Lines: 14, 16, 20, 3, 8 (1 min walk)
West Cordova St at Abbott St • Lines: 3, 4, 7, 8 (2 min walk)

Metro

Stadium–Chinatown • Lines: Expo Line (6 min walk)
Waterfront • Lines: Canada Line, Expo Line (9 min walk)

Train

Waterfront (8 min walk)
Vancouver Pacific Central (20 min walk)

Ferry

Waterfront • Lines: SeaBus (8 min walk)
Plaza of Nations Dock • Lines: Aquabus, False Creek Ferries Route 3 (15 min walk)