Vancouver Shopping: 19 Best Local Souvenir & Fashion Shops in Vancouver

Studio Records

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By Samantha

The first record store with drinks

Studio Records

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Buying music might seem like it is a thing of the past, but most people cannot argue that vinyl records are awesome. Shopping for vinyl records is even more awesome when you can drink, or enjoy a show/event at the same time. Check out this new venue, rock out, and buy some records! Oh, they also serve delicious food. Read more ›

by Samantha

Trout Lake Farmers Market

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By Samantha

Delicious food for sampling and buying

Trout Lake Farmers Market

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Trout Lake Farmer's Market combines many of the favourite things of the average Vancouverite: it is outside, it sells organic food, you can sample free stuff, it is diverse, and you can support local farmers. The products are also reasonably priced. Read more ›

by Samantha

Granville Island Public Market

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By Sarah

Local food at its finest

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Whether you're staying in Vancouver for an extended period of time or a short few days, the Granville Island Public Market has something for everybody. You can do some grocery shopping to pick up local produce, meats, baked goods, etc. You can simply stroll through the market to check out the different offerings. You can even stop by for a bite! Read more ›

by Sarah

Commercial Drive

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By Sarah

The 'little Italy' of Vancouver

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Some of the city's most well-known Italian restaurants, cafes and grocers are on Commercial drive. Though it's known as Vancouver's 'little Italy, the Drive has more than enough diversity to go around. If you're into great food, relaxed atmosphere and locals then the Drive is for you. Read more ›

by Sarah

Tsawwassen Mills

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Huge Mall without the crowds

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Tsawwassen Mills mall is a very large mall that is seldom crowded. It has many outlet stores, national chain stores, and unique art throughout the mall. It is located on the Tsawwassen First Nation and much of the art reflects west coast peoples heritage. Read more ›

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Granville Island Brewing

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By Samantha

Affordable, delicious and local

Granville Island Brewing

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Conveniently located on Granville Island, this is a great addition to your trip to Granville island. There are rarely waits for tables (turnover is high - people usually just drop by). Also, you can buy bottled product at lower prices than at other stores. Read more ›

by Samantha

The Daiso

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By Samantha

Japanese Toonie Store in Richmond

The Daiso

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Everything is from Japan, and everything is $2. You can get virtually anything you could possibly need (and, many things you do not need at all) from Daiso. The store is huge, and filled with everything from strange toys to practical school supplies. Read more ›

by Samantha

The Richmond Night Market

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By Samantha

Summer Nights at the Market

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The Richmond Night Market (hosted during weekends in the summer, from mid-May to Mid-October) boasts of over 200+, and various items - ranging from food to antiques - can be purchased here. It reflects the city's vibrant east-Asian culture, and it is a night event that is family friendly! Read more ›

by Samantha

Richmond Night Market

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By Brian

Taiwan in Vancouver (summer only)

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Well, there is a whole bunch of Asian people in Vancouver, and that night market is frequented by both locals and tourists. It's a miniature version of a Taiwanese night market. From delicious Chinese, Taiwanese, miscellaneous Asian-inspired stalls, there is lots of delicious (and unusual) food. Lots of also random vendor selling things. Read more ›

by Brian

Main Street Brewing Company

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By Samantha

Beer + Brewery Tours

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Beer here is less expensive than at other places (note that no other drinks are served - if you hate beer/are allergic to beer, go somewhere else, or be kind and wait for your friends to have fun). Also, the craft beers in the Pacific Northwest, and Vancouver, are all delicately brewed, and delicious. Read more ›

by Samantha

Metropolis at Metrotown

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By Samantha

If you must go to the mall...

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If you come from somewhere where chain stores are limited, and you like chain stores, Metrotown is where you should go. Additionally, if you come from somewhere where North American shoes are expensive, you will find what you are looking for here. Read more ›

by Samantha

Spank Clothing

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By Samantha

Local designers, and unique clothing

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Spank focuses on supporting local designers, and they often carry really unique - but, fashionable - women's clothing (often only for a short time). They prices are mid-range, but there are regularly good sales (making the clothes around the same price as affordable chains). Read more ›

by Samantha

Liberty Wine Merchants

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By Samantha

Cold wine/beer, and great staff!

Liberty Wine Merchants

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They carry a lot of local beers/wines (from BC, as well as other places in the Pacific Northwest), and it's a great place to go if you're hoping to buy your drinks cold (as the other stores on the drive do not sell cold liquor). Read more ›

by Samantha

The Drive Pharmacy

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By Samantha

Need a pharmacy in Vancouver?

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The business is locally owned, the pharmacists are knowledgable, the prices are low. It's not a chain, and the staff get to know all of the regular people who come in. They're really friendly, and you're very likely to get good service. Read more ›

by Samantha

Richmond Centre

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By Samantha

You hate malls, but need to go anyways..

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Richmond Centre is the best mall to go to if you hate malls. It is a bit out of the way, but if you hate shopping at malls - but, are nevertheless forced (for whatever reason) to go shopping anyways - Richmond Centre is one of the best malls in the lower mainland. The store selection is acceptable, and it's a lot less crowded than other malls. Read more ›

by Samantha

Hunter & Hare

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By Alexandra

The hunt is ON.

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Shopping and vacationing go hand in hand for me, so a visit to Vancouver would not be complete without a pop in to this shop. Score killer deals on denim, shoes, jackets, and everything in between! Hunter and Hare also sells brand spanking new things too that are from the Vancouver area. They truly are living like a local at this beyond cute shop. Read more ›

by Alexandra

Mobilicity

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By Samantha

Affordable plans for travellers & locals

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If you need affordable cell phone access while you're here (if you have an unlocked phone), Mobilicity probably provides some of the best service for the price. Be aware, however, that coverage is limited outside of the city. However, you will likely be able to avoid some roaming fees. Read more ›

by Samantha

Parallel 49 Brewing Co.

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By Samantha

Local beer, low prices!

Parallel 49 Brewing Co.

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Here, you can sample, or buy, some delicious - and affordable - local craft beer. The prices are usually much lower than bars or liquor stores, and the atmosphere is - like most of east Van - really relaxed. There are also usually food trucks outside. Read more ›

by Samantha

Exposure

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By Samantha

Affordable & unique clothes on the Drive

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It is a small boutique shop on Commercial drive, and you might find some unique clothing from local designers. It is also one of the more affordable stores (if you exclude the vintage stores) on The Drive. You're also going to find a lot of waterproof shoes here (incase you forgot yours). The clothing is also high-quality Read more ›

by Samantha

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