Vancouver - Granville Island

The once mainly industrial Granville Island (beneath Granville Street Bridge, Hwy. 99) underwent transformation - part of a major redevelopment scheme that encompassed the entire False Creek basin. The result is a thriving new center of activity with a relaxed and distinctive atmosphere. Artists and art students have moved into the converted warehouses on Granville Island, beside the houseboats and theatres, shops, galleries and restaurants have all been opened (together with a marina and a number of greened areas). Granville Island Public Market is one of the most popular attractions, selling fruit and vegetables, seafood and a great variety of other specialties. The island is linked to the residential suburbs on the south bank of False Creek by road and foot bridges. Ferry from Burrard Bridge.