Top 10 Places to Visit in
Whistler | British Columbia
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| Photo by Ruth Hartnup from Vancouver, Wikimedia Commons
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Whistler Sliding Centre
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The Whistler Sliding Centre is the only place in Canada where the general public can try bobsleighing, and visitors can do so on an actual Olympic track. Visitors can reach speeds of up to 125km/hr and feel the acceleration of up to 4 g-forces. The passenger bobsleigh runs during any conditions, rain or shine. The […]
Whistler Train Wreck Hike
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As the name suggests, Whistler Train Wreck Hike is known for its train cars, which were moved to the site in 1956 after falling off a nearby track that was under repair. The path also has breathtaking views across the suspension bridge while offering views of the Cheakamus River. The area used to be off-limits […]
- Whistler Quarry Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B1
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- https://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/whistler-train-wreck/
Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
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Whistler Blackcomb is a snowboarder or skier’s dream come true. Whistler Blackcomb consists of two mountains that cover over 8,100 acres of slopes. This includes 16 alpine bowls, 3 glaciers, world-class terrain parks and over 200 trails. The Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains offer many lodging, dining and activities that can appeal to the whole family. […]
Peak 2 Peak Whistler Gondola
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The Peak 2 Peak Experience is the longest and highest gondola in the world. At 1,427 feet above the valley floor, this gondola spans the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. The Guinness World Recording-breaking gondola provides incomparable views of the mountain peaks, coastal rainforests, and ancient glaciers. The gondola is a 4.4km/2.7mile 11-minute journey […]
Olympic Plaza
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The Whistler Olympic Plaza is a venue for outdoor concerts during the summer months and ice-skating during the winter months. It is a common place for the community to enjoy lunch, enjoy recreational activities, or simply relax with breathtaking views. The plaza was built for the 2010 Winter Olympics and was designed for individuals all […]
- 4365 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
- 604-932-5535
- https://artswhistler.com/location/whistler-olympic-plaza
Lost Lake Park
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Lost Lark Park is located northeast of Whistler, and is the perfect spot for cross-country skiing, hiking, or beachgoers. Lost Lake Park is 525 acres and offers 15 miles of trails for skiers and snowshoers, and nearly 62 miles are available for biking or hiking. The park also has barbeques for those wanting to eat […]
- 4700 Lost Lake Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
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- whistler.ca/culture-recreation/parks/lost-lake-park
Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
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This cultural centre pays tribute to the region’s two First Nations native tribes, the Squamish and Lil’wat nations. The cultural centre has artwork, interactive exhibits, films, and crafts. On-site ambassadors of Squamish or Lil’wat descent will tell captivating stories about their history, legends and ceremonies. Photos: Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK, Wikimedia Commons; whistler.com
Audain Art Museum
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The Audain Art Museum is a unique-looking building built in 2016. The museum houses a permanent collection of artworks from creators from all over British Columbia. The AAM boasts an excellent collection of historical First Nations masks and houses examples of the Vancouver photo conceptualism movement. The museum also houses “The Dance Screen” which is […]
Whistler Museum
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The Whistler Museum is a unique museum that provides itself on showing visitors a side of Whistler they never knew. The museum showcases Whistler’s stories from the fun-loving pioneers, to the creation of Whistler Blackcomb, to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. There are a few interactive exhibits that let visitors dress up or touch pieces […]
Scandinave Spa Whistler
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Although there are other spas available in Whistler, none can match the mountain-Zen Scandinave Spa. The 25,000 sq ft outdoor spa is nestled on 3 acres of land with beautiful views to be found. This spa is a series of Nordic-style outdoor hot and cold pools and waterfalls connected by landscaped paths and atriums. The […]