Punjabi Market, Vancouver

#240 among attractions in Vancouver

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The Punjabi Market, also known as Little Punjab or Little India, is a commercial district and ethnic enclave in Vancouver, British Columbia. Officially recognized by the city as being primarily a major South Asian, Indo-Canadian and Punjabi population business community and cultural area, the Punjabi District is roughly a six block section of Main Street around 49th Avenue in the Sunset neighbourhood, named after its historically large Punjabi Sikh population. ()

Coordinates: 49°13'33"N, 123°6'6"W

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OakridgeVancouver Canada

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Punjabi Market – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bloedel Floral Conservatory, Queen Elizabeth Park, Nat Bailey Stadium, Oakridge Centre.

1.3 miNW
Domed aviary and greenhouse in the park
Bloedel Floral Conservatory, Vancouver
33 min walk • Nestled atop Vancouver's highest point, the Bloedel Floral Conservatory stands as a verdant oasis in the heart of the bustling city. This dome-enclosed paradise, located within Queen Elizabeth Park, is a horticultural spectacle that invites visitors to immerse...
1.1 miNW
Seasonal gardens overlooking the city
Queen Elizabeth Park, Vancouver
30 min walk • Queen Elizabeth Park stands as a verdant oasis in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, inviting both locals and tourists to bask in its natural beauty and tranquil scenery. Perched at an elevation of 152 meters above sea level, this park is not only the highest point in...
1.2 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Nat Bailey Stadium, Vancouver
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, Nat Bailey Stadium stands as a cherished landmark and a hub for sports enthusiasts. This venerable sports venue, with its rich history and community spirit, is primarily known as the home of the Vancouver Canadians, a minor...
0.9 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Oakridge Centre, Vancouver
23 min walk • Oakridge Centre is a shopping centre in the Oakridge neighborhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located at the intersection of West 41st Avenue and Cambie Street.
1.2 miW
Church
Unitarian Church of Vancouver, Vancouver
30 min walk • Unitarian Church of Vancouver is the largest Unitarian congregation in British Columbia, Canada, and the oldest, established in 1909. The church meets every Sunday morning in the building at 949 West 49th Avenue in Vancouver. The church has many active groups and committees and also offers space to various organizations.
0.9 miN
Cemetery
Mountain View Cemetery, Vancouver
23 min walk • Mountain View Cemetery is the only cemetery in the City of Vancouver, British Columbia. Opened in 1886, it is located west of Fraser Street between 31st and 43rd Avenues. It is owned and operated by the City of Vancouver and occupies 0.43 square kilometres of land, containing...
0.5 miN
Cemetery
Janet Smith case, Vancouver
14 min walk • The Janet Smith case concerns the murder of 22-year-old nursemaid Janet Kennedy Smith in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on 26 July 1924, and the ensuing suspicions of a coverup.
1.4 miSW
49°13'0"N • 123°7'44"W
Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre, Vancouver
36 min walk • Park
1.2 miNW
Nature, Mountain
Little Mountain, Vancouver
32 min walk • Little Mountain, elevation 125 m, is a mountain in the central part of the city of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The mountain is home to Queen Elizabeth Park, which sits at the top of the mountain, and Nat Bailey Stadium, which is located near the base.
0.9 miSW
Neighbourhood
Marpole, Vancouver
23 min walk • Marpole, originally a Musqueam village named c̓əsnaʔəm, is a mostly residential neighbourhood of 23,832 in 2011, located on the southern edge of the city of Vancouver, British Columbia, immediately northeast of Vancouver International Airport, and is approximately bordered by...
1 miN
Neighbourhood
Riley Park–Little Mountain, Vancouver
25 min walk • Riley Park–Little Mountain is a neighbourhood in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its boundaries are 41st Avenue to the south, 16th Avenue to the north, Cambie Street to the west, and Fraser Street to the east. The main commercial thoroughfare of the neighbourhood is Main Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Punjabi Market?

Nearby attractions include Janet Smith case, Vancouver (14 min walk), Mountain View Cemetery, Vancouver (23 min walk), Marpole, Vancouver (23 min walk).

How to get to Punjabi Market by public transport?

The nearest stations to Punjabi Market:

Bus

East 49th Avenue at Main Street • Lines: 49 (1 min walk)
West 49th Avenue at Manitoba Street • Lines: 49 (8 min walk)

Trolleybus

Main Street at East 49th Avenue • Lines: 3 (1 min walk)

Metro

Langara-49th Avenue • Lines: Canada Line (17 min walk)
Oakridge-41st Avenue • Lines: Canada Line (22 min walk)