Kitsilano Beach
Type: Beaches, Outdoor Activities, Water Sports
Last updated on May 23, 2019
10Best Says
Kitsilano Beach is one of Vancouver's most popular beaches. It's close proximity to downtown Vancouver and easy accessibility by public transportation, car and bicycle make it easy to get to any time... Read More
Kitsilano Beach is one of Vancouver's most popular beaches. It's close proximity to downtown Vancouver and easy accessibility by public transportation, car and bicycle make it easy to get to any time of day.
There's plenty of sand to stretch out and soak up the sun, plus grassy areas for those who want to keep sand out of their sandwiches. Along with the free tennis and basketball courts, there's an outdoor salt-water pool for a small fee. On a hot summer's day, it's totally worth it. The facilities also include washrooms, change rooms, and a couple of different dining options on the beach.
For the little ones, there's a park that overlooks the beach. Going with your dog? There's a dedicated dog beach for them to run around and swim.
Also not to be missed are the sunsets from Kits Beach. They're pretty epic.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Natasha John
Vancouver Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "There's a bus stop right by the beach so you don't have to walk far."
- Things to Do with Kids: "If you like tossing around a football or Frisbee, playing some volleyball and hanging out at a buzzing beach with lots of sun-worshipers, "Kits" Beach is for you."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: Not only are there plenty of spots to lay around at Kitsilano Beach, but there are also basketball and tennis courts that are free to use.
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: The outdoor heated, salt-water pool at Kits Beach is perfect for families and has a shallow area for kids to play in.
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