The Espana Neighbourhood
The neighbourhood surrounding the España is one of the most convenient, beautiful, diverse and culturally-rich areas in Vancouver. Residents love the walkability and central location. A skytrain station, bus lines and bike paths are located adjacent to the España. Boutique shopping, fresh fish & meat markets, produce markets, cinemas, ethnic restaurants and pubs are all found within the surrounding few blocks.
The second-largest Chinatown in North America is only a few steps away. The Dr. Sun Yat Sen Chinese Garden delights residents and visitors alike.
Gastown, located two blocks north of the España, is steeped in history and is one of the original commercial/ industrial areas settled in Vancouver in the 1800s. Its quaint, tree-lined stone roadways and alleyways now boast charming shops & one-of-a-kind boutiques, tucked-away restaurants and pubs and street artists including native carvers. Cruise ship passengers regularly disembark and walk to this close-by area looking for local treasures. It's home to one of the most popular Vancouver landmarks, the Steam Clock.
The International Village Mall, located across the street from the España is home to a Cineplex Theatre frequently featuring up to ten different films. The International Village boasts many businesses including a Starbucks, a Rexall Drugstore, a cobbler, a business centre, numerous furniture stores, clothing & accessories stores, art galleries, an ethnically diverse food fair and a charming sundry store called Yoko Yaya . A beautiful atrium located at the centre of the Mall provides comfortable seating and a staging area for cultural events held throughout the year. Underneath parking is free.
Also adjacent to the España are two large sports and events arenas, a casino and a tree-filled park with a playground and water features. Pet owners find the proximity of the park very convenient.
False Creek, a beautiful sparkling waterway culminating in the uniquely globe-shaped "Science World", is found only two blocks south of the España. Boaters relish the small marinas as well as the shop & go mooring available at the famous Granville Island Market located at False Creek's entrance. Small colourful water taxis ferry residents & visitors to numerous False Creek venues and destinations. Cyclists, rollerbladers, joggers and people just out for a stroll love the wide pathway that winds around the Creek. Views of the Cambie and Burrard St. Bridges and the Olympic Village, which housed athletes during the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, enhance the charming quality of the area. Enjoy a fresh-brewed coffee & pastry, a glass of wine or an icy beer at one of the many open-air cafes and restaurants.
The España is also only a few blocks from Simon Fraser University's and the University of British Columbia's downtown locations , film schools, tech schools, a primary and secondary school.
Robson St. is a ten-minute walk west and adjacent to the Pacific Centre Mall, both top-rated shopping areas.
The Vancouver Convention Centre and waterfront with spectacular views of the mountains and Burrard Inlet, greenways, walkways and playgrounds are a fifteen-minute walk to the northwest. Continuing on, is Stanley Park, recognized as one of the largest and most beautiful urban parks in the world. The Vancouver Aquarium delights and educates children from everywhere with the vast collection of active sea life housed there and interactive displays.
The downtown business core lays immediately to the west of the España, making it extremely convenient for those commuting to workplaces.
The España neighbourhood is beautiful, dynamic, well-situated and home to savvy residents from all over the world.
The second-largest Chinatown in North America is only a few steps away. The Dr. Sun Yat Sen Chinese Garden delights residents and visitors alike.
Gastown, located two blocks north of the España, is steeped in history and is one of the original commercial/ industrial areas settled in Vancouver in the 1800s. Its quaint, tree-lined stone roadways and alleyways now boast charming shops & one-of-a-kind boutiques, tucked-away restaurants and pubs and street artists including native carvers. Cruise ship passengers regularly disembark and walk to this close-by area looking for local treasures. It's home to one of the most popular Vancouver landmarks, the Steam Clock.
The International Village Mall, located across the street from the España is home to a Cineplex Theatre frequently featuring up to ten different films. The International Village boasts many businesses including a Starbucks, a Rexall Drugstore, a cobbler, a business centre, numerous furniture stores, clothing & accessories stores, art galleries, an ethnically diverse food fair and a charming sundry store called Yoko Yaya . A beautiful atrium located at the centre of the Mall provides comfortable seating and a staging area for cultural events held throughout the year. Underneath parking is free.
Also adjacent to the España are two large sports and events arenas, a casino and a tree-filled park with a playground and water features. Pet owners find the proximity of the park very convenient.
False Creek, a beautiful sparkling waterway culminating in the uniquely globe-shaped "Science World", is found only two blocks south of the España. Boaters relish the small marinas as well as the shop & go mooring available at the famous Granville Island Market located at False Creek's entrance. Small colourful water taxis ferry residents & visitors to numerous False Creek venues and destinations. Cyclists, rollerbladers, joggers and people just out for a stroll love the wide pathway that winds around the Creek. Views of the Cambie and Burrard St. Bridges and the Olympic Village, which housed athletes during the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, enhance the charming quality of the area. Enjoy a fresh-brewed coffee & pastry, a glass of wine or an icy beer at one of the many open-air cafes and restaurants.
The España is also only a few blocks from Simon Fraser University's and the University of British Columbia's downtown locations , film schools, tech schools, a primary and secondary school.
Robson St. is a ten-minute walk west and adjacent to the Pacific Centre Mall, both top-rated shopping areas.
The Vancouver Convention Centre and waterfront with spectacular views of the mountains and Burrard Inlet, greenways, walkways and playgrounds are a fifteen-minute walk to the northwest. Continuing on, is Stanley Park, recognized as one of the largest and most beautiful urban parks in the world. The Vancouver Aquarium delights and educates children from everywhere with the vast collection of active sea life housed there and interactive displays.
The downtown business core lays immediately to the west of the España, making it extremely convenient for those commuting to workplaces.
The España neighbourhood is beautiful, dynamic, well-situated and home to savvy residents from all over the world.