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You’ll find all the obvious souvenirs in touristy Gastown, from Maple Leaf-adorned Canucks jerseys to a 2010 Olympics commemorative Inuksuk (pronounced “inook shook”) stone symbol of welcome, but for more distinctive (and authentic) souvenirs of Rain City, seek out intriguing pieces of First Nations art or jewelry, wild Pacific smoked salmon, artisan chocolates, Canadian designer clothes, or a bottle of surprisingly evolved B.C. wine.

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Robson Street
Vancouver’s main shopping thoroughfare teems with Japanese tourists and brand names from Hilfiger to Zara. Nearby Alberni Street’s windows offer glamorous attire from Hermes, Betsey Johnson, and more.
Vancouver, BC; www.robsonstreet.ca
Tags: international travel | designer | clothing | accessories
Granville Street
Between Granville Bridge and the Coal Harbour waterfront, Granville Street shops totter from grunge and goth, to skater and outdoorsy, to fashionable denim destinations like Buffalo, DKNY, and Parasuco.
Vancouver, BC; www.granvillestreet.com
Tags: international travel | designer | clothing | accessories
South Granville
AKA Granville Rise, this has been a prime shopping strip since the ’20s. The motto “ten blocks beyond ordinary” summarizes contemporary art galleries, French ceramics, designer linens, Kiehl’s skin-care products, must-have footwear and more.
Granville St. south from Broadway; Vancouver, BC; www.southgranville.org
Tags: international travel | designer | clothing | galleries | editor pick
Gastown
Lurking amid all the souvenir shacks, the area where Vancouver began also offers intriguing First Nations art, some fine galleries, and plenty of tempting wares.
Vancouver, BC; www.gastown.org
Tags: international travel | souvenirs | designer | galleries
Main Street
Need a ’60s B-movie frock, a T-shirt commemorating the Russian Revolution, or a hipster satchel for your precious vinyl? Make Main Street’s spread-out shopping blocks your destination.
Main St. between 9th and 25th; Vancouver, BC; www.tourismvancouver.com
Tags: international travel | clothing | accessories | specialty
Kitsilano Wine Cellar
An incredibly helpful staff is on hand at the Kitsilano Wine Cellar to guide you to the perfect bottle of B.C. wine. Stock up on local Merlot, Chardonnay or Pinot Gris – then sashay a few doors down to organic emporium Capers (604-739-6676) for sumptuous accompaniments like maple-candied salmon, quiche lorraine, and gourmet cheeses.
2235 West 4th Ave.; Vancouver, BC; 604-736-7660; www.kitsilanowinecellar.com
Tags: international travel | culinary | wine
Chocolate Arts
Master chocolate artisans’ wares are on the shelves at this exclusive boutique in upscale Kitsilano. Show off your sweet tooth and your great taste by acquiring chocolate medallions adorned with designs by First Nations art star Robert Davidson, or buy a chocolate bowl filled to the brim with delectable chai, vanilla, and Venezuelan cocoa truffles.
2037 West 4th Ave.; Vancouver, BC; 604-739-0475; www.chocolatearts.com
Tags: international travel | culinary | sweets | chocolate
Bodacious
Sitting on a hip stretch of Main Street, the sassy Bodacious boutique offers togs by a slew of Canadian designers and its own line of skirts and tops. A body-positive environment for women with curves, this family business creates flattering fits for women in sizes ten and up.
4393 Main St.; Vancouver, BC; 604-874-2811; www.bodacious.ca
Tags: international travel | boutique | trendy | designer | womenswear
Eagle Spirit Gallery smart splurge
Vancouver’s largest gallery of First Nations (indigenous) artwork specializes in Northwest Coast and Inuit pieces, many made with wood and stone from sustainable local sources. Find sacred transformation masks, ceremonial button-blanket cloaks, feast bowls, serpentine carvings, beadwork, and fine paintings.
1803 Maritime Mews; Vancouver, BC; 604-801-5277; www.eaglespiritgallery.com
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