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Activities for Children | Kid-Friendly Restaurants
Activities for Children
Bloedel Conservatory
A tropical paradise in Vancouver with year round floral displays and exotic birds. Open 7 days a week and located at Queen Elizabeth Park, 33rd Avenue at Cambie Street. 24 hour info line 604-257-8570.
The Bug Lab Invertebrate Zoo
Over 25 live exotic bugs for your junior entomologist! Educational and interactive family fun. 604-523-BUGS (2847). Located at 616 Columbia Street, New Westminster. One block west of Columbia Skytrain Station. www.thebuglab.com
The Candy Aisle Confectionery
Every kind of candy imaginable! Two locations in Vancouver: 2083 West 4th Ave, 604-739-3330 or 2887 West Broadway, 604-689-3330. www.canyaisle.com
Gator Pit
Four level themed indoor playground with a toddler area. Drop-off for kids 4 to 12 for parents shopping at Park Royal. Located just over the Lions Gate Bridge. 604-925-0707
Greater Vancouver Zoo
Located out in Aldergrove, a 45 minute drive from downtown Vancouver. See over 700 animals! Tel 604-856-6825 or visit www.greatervancouverzoo.com
Grouse Mountain, The Peak of Vancouver
Travel up the Grouse Mountain Skyride to see a winter wonderland and visit the Refuge for Endangered Wildlife. Phone 604-980-9311 or visit www.grousemountain.com
Kids Market
Located at Granville Island. Twenty-eight shops and a free events and play area. Call 604-689-8447 or visit www.kidsmarket.ca
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre
An ecology centre with hands-on and interactive displays. Learn all about the coastal temperate rainforest. Call 604-981-3103 or visit www.dnv.org/ecology/
Playdium
The ultimate entertainment experience - something for everyone in the family in this 40,000 square foot playground in Metrotown. Call 604-433-7529 or visit www.playdium.com
Science World & The Alcan Omnimax® Theatre
View an OMNIMAX film on one of the world's largest dome screens or check out the latest exhibits and hands-on interactive displays. 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver. Call 604-443-7443 or visit www.scienceworld.bc.ca
Stanley Park
A great place for the entire family. Tel 604-257-8400 or visit www.parks.vaqncouver.bc.ca
Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
Located in Stanely Park, the Aquarium is home to more than 60,000 creatures and features daily shows. Walking distance from downtown Vancouver. Call 604-659-3474 or visist www.vanaqua.org
Storyeum
Located in Gastown this 65 minute guided tour through a series of unique theatres is educational and fun for the entire family. www.stroryeum.com
The HR MacMillan Space Centre
Catch a show at the Planetarium Star Theatre or spend some time in the Virtual Voyages Motion Simulator or at the Cosmic Courtyard. Located on 1100 Chestnut Street in Vancouver. Visit the website for show times www.hrmacmillanspacecentre.com
Activities for Children | Kid-Friendly Restaurants
Downtown Restaurants That Are "Kid-Friendly"
Earls
At this kid-friendly hangout, the menu covers the map, from Pacific Rim and Italian to Southwestern and Indian dishes: thin-crust pizza, tandoori chicken, vegetarian plates and Caesar salad. |
| 1185 Robson Street (Robson & Bute) | 604-669-0020 |
| 901 W. Broadway (Broadway & Laurel) | 604-734-5995 |
| 1601 W. Broadway (Broadway & Fir) | 604-736-5663 |
Floata Seafood Restaurant
Chinese-style restaurant offering kids menu items. |
| 400-180 Keefer Street (Chinatown) | 604-602-0368 |
Moose's Down Under
Pub style restaurant that serves Aussie and Candian fare. We serve home cooked meals in a friendly atmosphere. |
| 830 Pender Street West, Downtown | 604-683-3300 |
Moxie's
The honey-garlic sirloin steak is a favourite in this family-friendly spot. Save room for the home-made white-chocolate brownie. Daily drink specials. |
| 808 Bute Street (Robson & Bute) | 604-696-9986 |
| 180 W. Georgia (Georgia & Cambie) | 604-684-8434 |
The Old Spaghetti Factory
In historical Gastown, this favourite is almost as popular as the Steam Clock. The menu includes numerous pasta dishes, veal, chicken and steak. |
| 53 Water Street (Gastown) | 604-684-1288 |
Red Robin
This relaxed burger & fries restaurant provides its guests with an affordable, high-energy, colorful environment that appeals to all social groups. |
| 200-752 Thurlow Street (Robson & Thurlow) | 604-662-8288 |
Romano's Macaroni Grill
An Italian restaurant the whole family can enjoy! The kids are given crayons to colour on the paper tablecloths. |
| 1523 Davie Street (Davie & Cardero) | 604-689-4334 |
White Spot
The legendary Spot offers old-fashioned comfort food in a cheery atmosphere. The Triple-O burger is a favourite of generations, but it's the "Pirate Pack" that kids really go for. |
| 580 W. Georgia (Georgia & Seymour) | 604-662-3066 |
| 1616 W. Georgia (Georgia & Cardero) | 604-681-8034 |
| 2518 W. Broadway (Broadway & Larch) | 604-731-2434 |
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