Guidebook for Whistler
Food Scene
Within walking distance from the home, The Fix coffee shop offers homemade snacks and lunches in a beautiful, lakeside setting.
97 locals recommend
Nita Lake Lodge
2131 Lake Placid RdWithin walking distance from the home, The Fix coffee shop offers homemade snacks and lunches in a beautiful, lakeside setting.
There are endless amounts of tempting baked goods to bring home with you!
187 locals recommend
Purebread
4338 Main StThere are endless amounts of tempting baked goods to bring home with you!
Local ingredients made into culinary experiences, both food and cocktails are creative and unlike any other.
34 locals recommend
Alta Bistro
4319 Main StLocal ingredients made into culinary experiences, both food and cocktails are creative and unlike any other.
It's like experiencing a special Anniversary dinner every night. They also have an fondu available at the apres ski hour.
169 locals recommend
Araxi Restaurant & Oyster Bar
4222 Village SquareIt's like experiencing a special Anniversary dinner every night. They also have an fondu available at the apres ski hour.
This is located in the Fairmont Hotel, and has amazing food for take out or as a casual dining experience. Try the homemade maple bacon doughnuts;)
78 locals recommend
Portobello
4599 Chateau BlvdThis is located in the Fairmont Hotel, and has amazing food for take out or as a casual dining experience. Try the homemade maple bacon doughnuts;)
Creekbread
2021 Karen CrescentHomemade, wood oven baked pizza!
A small, French inspired bistro with extensive wine list. Make reservations weeks in advance!
101 locals recommend
Red Door Bistro
2129 Lake Placid RdA small, French inspired bistro with extensive wine list. Make reservations weeks in advance!
Drinks & Nightlife
Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub
170 Sundial CrescentAn energized, small venue located on the village stroll. Great appetizers and high end cocktails.
70 locals recommend
Bar Oso
150-4222 Village SquareAn energized, small venue located on the village stroll. Great appetizers and high end cocktails.
A gorgeous location to sit by the fire and enjoy the evening away.
17 locals recommend
Cure Lounge & Patio
2131 Lake Placid RdA gorgeous location to sit by the fire and enjoy the evening away.
Parks & Nature
Rainbow Park
Valley TrailViews of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains across Alta Lake.
There's a beach, enclosed dog park and large playground for kids. Picnic tables and washrooms available. On the valley trail and walking distance to the chalet.
52 locals recommend
Alpha Lake Park
There's a beach, enclosed dog park and large playground for kids. Picnic tables and washrooms available. On the valley trail and walking distance to the chalet.
Sightseeing
This trail system takes you everywhere in Whistler. It is maintained throughout the year, well lit, and wide enough for couples, dogs, and bikes. You can park and walk to any of the 5 lakes in Whistler.
59 locals recommend
Valley Trail
Valley TrailThis trail system takes you everywhere in Whistler. It is maintained throughout the year, well lit, and wide enough for couples, dogs, and bikes. You can park and walk to any of the 5 lakes in Whistler.
The gondola transports visitors from one mountain to the next across the valley gap.
85 locals recommend
Peak 2 Peak Gondola Whistler
The gondola transports visitors from one mountain to the next across the valley gap.
Entertainment & Activities
Access to skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking and sightseeing via Whistler Mountain. There is free underground parking here, but arrive early (before 8am) to get a spot.
31 locals recommend
Creekside Gondola station
Lake Placid RoadAccess to skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking and sightseeing via Whistler Mountain. There is free underground parking here, but arrive early (before 8am) to get a spot.
Whistler Kids
Ski and snowboard lessons for kids!
Equipment rental year round: ski, snowboard, bike and snow shoes. Only 5 minutes away and within walking distance to the gondola.
30 locals recommend
Can-Ski Creekside
2051 Lake Placid RdEquipment rental year round: ski, snowboard, bike and snow shoes. Only 5 minutes away and within walking distance to the gondola.
Arts & Culture
Artists' work is displayed in a beautiful building with views to the mountains. Featured art from around British Columbia including: Emily Carr, historical Aboriginal pieces, and E.J. Hughes. There's a really nice gift shop to buy jewelry and art.
178 locals recommend
Audain Art Museum
4350 Blackcomb WayArtists' work is displayed in a beautiful building with views to the mountains. Featured art from around British Columbia including: Emily Carr, historical Aboriginal pieces, and E.J. Hughes. There's a really nice gift shop to buy jewelry and art.
Essentials
Creekside Market
2071 Lake Placid RdFast and easy grocery shopping only a 5 minute drive away.
This is the place to go for ORGANIC groceries, smoothies, and special treats like baked goods and sandwiches or salads to go.
6 locals recommend
Olive's Community Market
101-1200 Alpha Lake RdThis is the place to go for ORGANIC groceries, smoothies, and special treats like baked goods and sandwiches or salads to go.
Beer, wine and spirits are found down the stairs beside the grocery store.
142 locals recommend
BC Liquor Stores
4360 Lorimer RdBeer, wine and spirits are found down the stairs beside the grocery store.