Lifestyle & Parenting

5 New Vancouver Public Spaces to Enjoy This Summer

August 12, 2017

While we’re out enjoying Vancouver this summer on a walk, roll, or bike ride, we’ll definitely be stopping by one these five photogenic new public spaces recently installed across the city. —City of Vancouver

Vancouver public space

robson and bute pilot plaza. Featuring modular seating and a public piano, this car-free space is a must-visit for people wanting to sit and socialize, relax and hold small events. Until October, the city is working with the Robson Street Business Improvement Association to test different uses of the space, measure traffic impacts, hear feedback and see how the community might adopt this as a potential permanent plaza. @ Bute Street at Robson Street, Downtown (Photo by Paul Krueger)

Vancouver public space

meet the parklet. The newest addition to Vancouver’s suite of parklets, Meet the Parklet adds a touch of green to Main Street and East 27th Avenue with lush railing plantings. Designed and built by locals, you can sit, relax and enjoy a local snack while taking a break on your Main Street stroll. @ Main Street at East 27th Avenue, Main Street

Vancouver public space

vernon plaza on the adanac bikeway. The City of Van recently created a "double triangle" plaza at the Union-Vernon-Adanac intersection. It’s a place to sit, hang out, and watch the world roll by. @ the Intersection of Union, Vernon and Adanac, East Vancouver

Vancouver public space

arbutus greenway. Explore the Arbutus Greenway and travel seamlessly along a nine-kilometre corridor connecting False Creek to the Fraser River. Along the way you will experience vibrant gathering spaces mixed with quiet spaces of tranquility, bustling commercial districts, beautiful parks and breathtaking views. @ False Creek to the Fraser River, Kitsilano, Kerrisdale and Marpole (Photo by Alison Boulier)

Vancouver public space

maple tree square. The city is currently relocating the barriers at Maple Tree Square to create more space for walking in a very busy area, allowing for more public seating and patios. Sit back and enjoy people watching in the heart of Gastown. @ Water Street and Carrall Street, Gastown (Photo by Gastown BIA)

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