Great place to see with many art vendors as well as places to get food. There was a lot more art/cultural places than I was expecting, and of course so much food! I wish i had two stomachs so i could eat more :)

This, as most reviewers of Vancouver would indicate, is not to be missed. The foods are spectacular, obviously, and the collage of visual offerings are well worth the fight you'll face with the midday and beyond crowds. It's best to stake a friend, if you have one, at a table while you and your friends, if you have any, gather your meals. If the crowd is light you should surf the hundreds of kiosk-like delis prior to staking your friend out. It might be safer that way and prevent your possible friendship from a complete collapse. No one wants to be that guy that has to constantly scare off intruders.

We took the Aquabus from The Village dock near Main Street-Science World skytrain station (15 minutes walk). It is a good decision on hindsight as the 20 minutes boat ride (furtherest stop from GI) along the way was scenic. Granville Island Public Market will be the main highlight of most tourists. However, if you take your time to explore every nooks and corners, you will find something to your liking. Imagine we spent more than 4 hours on the island! No lack of choice for nice bakeries and we couldn't decide which ones to go for. We found a quiet and nice spot near a lake for lunch, away from main thoroughfare near the dock where most of the crowd congregate. Tip - no need to book in advance for the Aquabus. Get a cheaper return ticket from the boat pilot on board.

Granville Island is a small walkable island located in the heart of downtown Vancouver. If you are familiar with Pikes Place, Grand Central Market, International Market Honolulu then you know what I’m talkin about. If you are tourist like ourselves, don’t drive there just catch an Uber or Lyft but If you plan to drive, here is some parking info - Parking is free before 11 am and after 6 pm.  Pay parking in effect 11 am – 6 pm daily, $3/hour on weekdays and $4/hour on weekends and statutory holidays. Plan to spend most of the day here, you can get some fresh fruit, eat delicious fish and chips, pizza, doughnuts, pot pies, buy bread, bagels, souvenirs, toys and even purchase art. If you head over to their website, you can actually plan your day. The day we visited we played by ear, heading to the Vandusen Botanical Garden first then late lunch at Tonys, dessert at Lee’s and happy hour at Vancouver Fish Company (all reviews for these places should be up!) and in between we souvenir shopped, bought a book and looked at art!

This is a very interesting market with loads of history around it. We caught the aquaferry over from Hornsby St, so easy. There is lovely fresh produce in the market and also a wide variety of food stalls. Find somewhere to sit and eat, listen to the singers that I provide entertainment out side. There are also several shops to look in, bars and restaurants.

It is always combination of gorgeous weather and lovely atmosphere that creates high scores for the place. Granville Island market, art studios, cafes, sailboats, restaurants with perfect view and affordable menus….and views at the Vancouver skyline. Take your time and enjoy it.

Granville Island is a great place to walk around, do some shopping, eat some tasty food, enjoy spectacular views and have a fantastic time. We visited for one day, and so did a few thousand other people as well! A very popular destination. We got on the aquabus from Downtown Vancouver and the lovely trip took just a few minutes.

Massive market offering most anything one can imagine. From jewelry to clothes to leather goods to farm fresh fruits and veggies. Coffee, candy, and restaurants galore are all available. And it's all inside!

We went down as we were whale watching from there but spent all the time around it exploring Granville Island. It's a great little spot for independent shops, random food stalls and just a great artsy vibe. I think there is something for everyone. Lots to mooch around.

I love Granville island ! I never get tired and every time I visit Vancouver I have to come here . There is little market with the best freshly baked buns , fresh fish , fantastic coffee , fresh flowers and little boutiques . You can sit and watch boats going by . Outside is dog friendly but not inside market .