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Whistler has 200+ stores, including chain and designer outlets, gift shops, and outdoor-clothing and ski shops. Most are clustered in the pedestrian-only Whistler Village Centre; more can be found a short stroll away in Village North, Upper Village, and in the shopping concourses of the major hotels.
Where there's skiing, there are spas. Whistler has several outstanding hotel spas—including those at the Four Seasons Resort Whistler and the Westin Resort & Spa—which offer mostly mainstream and European treatments; the Fairmont Château Whistler Resort also has a menu of Ayurvedic therapies, while you can get traditional Javanese treatments in the spa at the Summit Lodge & Spa.
This gallery showcases contemporary Canadian art from both established artists and emerging talents. It features a cross-section of contemporary, landscape, wildlife, figurative paintings, and sculpture. You'll usually be able to find some affordable pieces.
Amid the endless sweater shops, this one stands out. The handmade sweaters and dresses have offbeat designs and fabulous colors. They're really comfortable, especially those made with silky-soft merino wool.
In winter you can buy off-the-rack skis and boots, as well as order custom-made boots. In summer the shop specializes in top-of-the-line mountain bikes as well as bike repairs.
The range of artists represented at the Plaza Galleries is inspired. Many, such as acclaimed artist Kal Gajoum, hail from British Columbia, though you're just as likely to see the efforts of international names, too.
This Canadian-owned enterprise is known for its sweatshirts and cozy casuals, and it's something of a fixture in Whistler. In the past it has outfitted the Canadian Olympic team, and has clothed many U.S. and U.K. Olympians.
Considered by locals to be the town's best snowboard shop, this place is staffed by a team of people who live for the board: snow, skate, and surf. The 3,500-square-foot shop showcases all the best gear.
