Located in the Creekside Community Recreation Centre, Portobello West is where special markets are held on a regular basis. The markets held here cover everything from fashion to gardening. Keep a watch on the website for upcoming events and timings.
Brimming with a delightful vibrancy, Granville Island is a veritable haven of shopping, entertainment and culture located only a few minutes away from Downtown Vancouver. At the crack of dawn, water taxis can be seen ferrying across False Creek, bearing local wares and fruit crates ready to be sold at the Public Market. The Island's colour, warmth and jubilant personality are fed by each of the 300 businesses and vendors that inhabit its charming stretch. Whether it is the assortment of handicrafts, Aboriginal Art and locally curated souvenirs sold at its homegrown shops and galleries or the pull of culture on display at its performing arts venues, Granville Island saves something for everyone. Notable among its many landmarks is the Emily Carr University of Art and Design, the Vancouver Theatresports League and the Granville Island Brewing Company.
This massive public market has everything the quintessential village market-goer craves. It stimulates the senses with vibrant crowds, fragrances of fresh flowers and spices, and colorful fresh produce. Enjoy the vegetable and seafood selection at their farmers market shops like Granville Island Produce, Longliner Seafood or Four Season Farms. Indulge in the multicultural flavor at Duso's Italian Food, South China Seas Trading, or Roger's Chocolates. If you're hungry, stop at one of the many small eateries.
Located in the neighborhood of Kitsilano, the 21st Century Flea Market is one the most sought after markets in the city. The market consists of 175 vendors with huge collections. The extensive variety include books, antiques, toys, China glass items, linens, sport items, militaria, old records, and many more collectibles. Here you will find the opportunity to bargain and strike great deals. For more information, check out the website.
Where the SeaBus trip from Downtown ends, this large, unique market, Lonsdale Quay Market & Shops begins. Bring your camera and climb the sea-view observation tower for an unobstructed shot of the city. The harbor market has three levels of shops, boutiques and restaurants. The ground level houses more than 60 fresh market vendors selling a variety of goods from flowers, fruits and vegetables, to sweets, soups and sauces. Specialty stores occupy the second level, carrying everything from home decorations to fashion for adults and children. The third level leads to the Lonsdale Quay Hotel.