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East Van Afternoon: Art, Books, and Bites

Spend the afternoon exploring the grittier, creative side of East Vancouver. Start with a quiet walk through a historic Japanese garden, grab a snack, and browse local culture before ending the day with a pint or two.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 13:00

    Momiji Garden

    Visit Momiji Garden, a small Japanese garden built as an apology for Japanese internment. It is a quiet, reflective space just a short walk from the anchor.

  2. 13:45

    Spartacus Books

    Walk to Spartacus Books, a nonprofit, volunteer-run bookstore that has been run collectively for over 40 years. Browse the shelves and support a local institution.

  3. 14:15

    Belgian Fries

    Grab a snack at Belgian Fries. It is a quick stop for a classic treat before moving on.

  4. 15:00

    The Charlatan

    End the evening at The Charlatan. It is a local bar where you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

Local tip

Momiji Garden is small and peaceful. Spartacus Books is a short walk away. Belgian Fries is nearby for a quick bite. The Charlatan is a popular local bar, so it may be busy later in the evening.

Check before you go

  • Spartacus Books is open Mo-Fr 10:00-20:30, Sa-Su 11:00-19:00.
  • Belgian Fries is open Su-Th 11:30-22:00, Fr,Sa 11:30-23:00.
  • The Charlatan is open Mo-Th 11:00-25:00, Fr 11:00-26:00, Sa 10:00-26:00, Su 10:00-24:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vancouver (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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