False Creek

At the center of Vancouver lies a short protected inlet that separates the downtown from the rest of the city.  Once a centuries old fishing village dismissed by its disconnection to the Vancouver Harbor, it is now a highly sought after residential and commercial area.  False Creek sits peacefully by the water, which draws many boaters and kayakers.  There is also a promenade that allows visitors to walk alongside the water and take in views of the city skyline and the surrounding sea. 
Many visitors hop on board one of the ferries that run along the water, stopping at trendy parts of the city such as Granville, The Village, and Yaletown.  These neighborhoods all face False Creek, and offer some of the best restaurants, shops, and markets in Vancouver.  Southeast False Creek was the site of the Athlete’s Village for the 2010 Olympic Games.

Practical Info

False Creek is accessible by SkyTrain, with Stadium-Chinatown, Main St-Science World, Yaletown-Roundhouse and Olympic Village being the four stops in the area.  Both AquaBus and False Creek Ferries operate daily service to and through False Creek as well.