13 Best Shopping in Granville Island, Vancouver
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On the south side of False Creek, Granville Island has a lively food market and a wealth of galleries, crafts shops, and artisans' studios, many of which you'll find in the Net Loft building in the center of the island.
Granville Island gets so busy, especially on summer weekends, that the crowds can detract from the pleasure of the place; you're best off getting there before 11 am or going during the week. The Kids Market, in a converted warehouse, has kids' shops as well as an indoor play area.
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Granville Island Public Market
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Artisan Sake Maker
You can learn all about sake (Japanese rice wine), and sample the locally made product, at Vancouver's own sake brewery.
Craft Council of BC Shop & Gallery
Dream Apparel and Articles for People
This tiny shop showcases a variety of wares by up-and-coming local designers. The creative selections target the hip twentysomething crowd.
Eagle Spirit Gallery
The museum-style gallery showcases some of the finest and refreshingly contemporary First Nations and Inuit art in Vancouver. The collection is constantly changing and although several pieces are geared for the serious collector, others are more affordable. If First Nations art is of interest, then a visit here is a must.
Granville Island Broom Co.
Sisters Sarah and Mary Schwieger, specialists in the art of handcrafted broom making, opened this small artisan studio after learning the craft growing up in British Columbia's Kootenay region. All handmade on-site, their brooms are woven in the traditional Shaker style and each piece is unique. Stop by to watch the brooms take shape, and learn the history of this rare craft.
Granville Island Hat Shop
Lattimer Gallery
Liberty Distillery
Crafting organic, artisanal vodka, gin, and whiskey from 100% British Columbian grain, this distillery offers tastings in its stylish Granville Island shop. You can take a guided distillery tour (C$15) on weekends at 11:30 am or 1:30 pm.
Liberty Wine Merchants
The helpful employees at this local chain can assist you in selecting wines from British Columbia or around the world.
Paper-Ya
This fabulous little stationery store is tucked in the back corner of the Net Loft across from the Public Market. Here you'll find everything from fine handcrafted sheet paper from around the world, including Japanese and Origami, to cards and gifts, craft and art supplies, and dip pens and inks. This is truly a tactile paper lovers delight.