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English Bay

Denman and Davie Sts., Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 1Y9, Canada
As featured in 3 days in Vancouver
Ranked #7 of 168 attractions in Vancouver
4.5 of 5 stars 146 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
Activities: Kayaking, Scuba diving, Fishing
Fee: No
Description: Beautiful vibrant beach that comes alive when it's sunny and warm out. Various activities such as scuba diving, kayaking and others.
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Scarborough
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Not much to say really it has a very nice beach, but nothing special. Good to walk along it to reach Stanley Park, the bay itself has a few cargo ships. More

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77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

We were fortunate to stay in this area so strolled along the boardwalk several times. It is great on a sunny day possibly combining it with a stroll through Stanley Park. I prefer it in the evening though when lots of people are around and the sunsets really are quite something! I love Vancouver anyway but English Bay is my... More

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Calgary, Canada
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Take your kids to this beach to play in the sand and at the water's edge. They'll love it! More

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Shenstone, Staffordshire
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Close to all main areas and only a 10 dollar taxi ride from the waterfront. All of Vancouver congregates on a hot sunny day and lots of vibrant restaurants for the evening not to mention wonderful sunsets - hard to leave! More

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Medicine Hat, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Great place to walk and see the ocean and beach. Center location for our hotel. More

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Victoria, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012 NEW

Bring a Frisbee, a dog or a snack. A great beach surrounded by great food and fun things to do More

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Birmingham
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Less than 15 mins walk and we're on the beach, gorgeous views and lovely people More

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Gladstone, Australia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Have never seen so many people playing, lying eating on a beach in my life incredible More

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Smithers, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

English Bay is one of my favourite places in the world. You can dine at lovely restaurants right by the water or grab a cheap and satisfying falafel (lots of choices) while people watching and hanging out by the water. Jogs around English Bay and Stanley park are fantastic. More

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Orlando, Florida
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Short walk from anywhere in the city and we actually liked this side more than Coal Harbour side of Vancouver More

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