Timeline
16:51
Grab an early dinner at Gurkha Himalayan Kitchen. The kitchen closes at 22:45, so arriving well before sunset ensures you get a table and a relaxed meal before the crowds gather for the view.
17:51
Walk to English Bay Beach. The 14-minute walk from the anchor puts you right on the sand. Settle in by the water's edge as the sky turns orange and pink during the golden light hour.
18:36
Stay for the sunset itself. The sun dips below the horizon toward the WSW around 18:21, leaving a cool blue twilight over the inlet.
19:06
Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar
Head to Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar for a late evening drink or digestif. It is a 12-minute walk from the anchor and stays open until 22:00, giving you time to unwind after the chill of the evening air.
Local tip
The walk from English Bay back towards the anchor area is straightforward, but keep an eye on your timing as the restaurants fill up quickly after sunset.
Check before you go
- Gurkha Himalayan Kitchen closes at 22:45.
- Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar closes at 22:00.
Worth knowing
- Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is open at 19:06 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to North Vancouver (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).