The City

From its humble beginnings as a fishing village to its current status as a world-renowned resort town, the city of Whistler is the quintessential portrait of arresting visual beauty. No matter what time of year, this spectacular city will leave you in awe, offering a true escape into the splendor of its majesty.

In the winter months, Whistler offers outstanding terrain for skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Whistler-Blackcomb Mountains feature more than 200 marked runs and 37 lifts. Complementing the already extensive alpine routes, there is access to Whistler Olympic Park, as it has remained active as a public winter sports venue. In the spring and summer, enjoy an array of exciting activities like mountain biking, hiking on impressive trails, and horseback riding.

For the adventure seekers, there is kayaking, bungee jumping, zip-lining, paragliding, and windsurfing.
Families can enjoy camping, river rafting, and fishing for trout and salmon in the freshwater rivers and lakes. Breathtaking glaciers offer escape in the middle of pristine nature surrounded by lush vegetation.

If you welcome a respite from the deluge of adrenaline, unwind in the luxurious spas and relax in the many restaurants and cafes, enjoying freshly prepared foods and delicious baked goods. When the nightlife vibes beckon, head out and join the bustle as Whistler comes alive with laughter, celebration, and good times.

Surrounded by ubiquitous splendor, a ribbon of picturesque beauty sows its way through this four season resort, inviting all visitors to surrender into the abandon of adventure. Whistler is where you will find yourself making memories to last a lifetime.

Do & See

Whether you are looking for winter activities, summer recreation, adventurous forays, hours of sightseeing, shopping fun, a spread of local foods, or the glow of the embers of a fireplace while you're curled up with a good book, Whistler resort has it all.

During the winter months experience for yourself why Whistler is the go-to destination for alpine skiing and snowboarding adventures. Equally impressive are activities like mountain biking, hiking, windsurfing, and zip lining that will definitely take summer to an exciting level.

No matter what the season, take full advantage of the pedestrian walkways of Whistler Village, lined with a variety of restaurants, shopping, and street entertaining.
With absolute certainty, the city of Whistler will quickly become your favorite destination, as you will never run out of things to do and enjoy. You never know, you may even see a bear.

Dining

Whistler offers an extravaganza of mouthwatering, award-winning gourmet foods, infused with spectacular flavors from all points around the world. Amazing mountain locations whisk you away into a culinary journey, whether you are looking for fine dining, pizza parlors, sandwich stops, or a quick bite on the go. Featuring local, fresh ingredients, the dishes by these award winning chefs will provide you with an unforgettable experience.

Cafés

Ranging from quaint and unique to well known, there are a variety of cafés to select in Whistler. Try a different one each day to see the variety. Many restaurants serve brunch on the weekends, and some accommodations have cafés onsite.

Bars & Nightlife

Grab your friends, your party hat, and your dancing shoes for an exciting foray into the local bars and clubs with the Whistler Club Crawl available on Thursday or Saturday evening. For those who prefer to select a single location there are options featuring live music, drink specials, and hearty food. The nightlife expands the fun of this mountain paradise.

Shopping

Without any doubt a gold mine for all visitors’ tastes, Whistler is a shopper’s dream come true, with over 200 shops to enjoy in the Winter Village alone. It is truly a utopia for avid tourists looking for ski and snowboard equipment, to those seeking the latest high end fashions.

Quench your shopping jitters with the myriad of clothing and jewelry stores, unique apparel shops, local art galleries, antique and collectible shops, and outer gear and souvenir stores. One thing is for sure: you will leave perfectly satisfied, bringing home plenty of gifts to remind you of this.

Don't miss out on getting a Torque from Whistler Village. Voted “Best Example of Whistler Style”, The Torque sets the pace for trendy, unique fashionable head wear. Fun for kids as well as adults, it is a necessary stop for this one-of-a-kind purchase.

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