This cozy spot near Vancouver was named among Canada's top 'hidden gems,' according to locals
The perfect day trip spot.
Deep Cove North Vancouver, B.C. Right: Deep Cove.
This little village outside of Vancouver is tucked away from the busyness of the city, with a calm inlet dotted by boats and picturesque mountains enclosing it. The streets of this community are filled with quaint coffee shops, charming boutiques, and vibrant galleries.
It's a pocket of peacefulness nestled within North Vancouver, where you have nature at your doorstep, city amenities a few minutes away, and small town charm in spades.
Deep Cove was recently given some praise on the Narcity Facebook Page. We asked what people's favourite hidden gem in Canada are, and among other magical destinations — like Ontario's Manitoulin Island and Atlantic Canada's Bay of Fundy — was Deep Cove.
Flanked by the beautiful North Shore mountains and the calm of the Burrard Inlet, this is a go-to afternoon escape for people in Vancouver. Its idyllic setting has you embracing a slower pace as you wander in and out of the local storefronts and take in the scenery.
@omgheysam FUN DAY TRIP ALERT 🌲🌊☕️☀️🥪 Deep Cove is only a ~30 minute drive from Downtown Vancouver, and it's the perfect spot for a cute lil afternoon!! PLUS there’s a great easy hike to Quarry Rock with stunning views right there, so you can get your nature fix 🙂↕️ Here's the sitch: 1. Grab coffee and a snack at Caf/eh and/or Cafe Orso. 2. Hit up Ahoy for all the ceramics, skincare, jewelry and gifts. 3. Head to Dip co. for lunch, and bring your sandwich to the water. 4. Walk around and take in the calm before getting in your car to drive 5 minutes to United Strangers - my dream coffee shop!!! Have fun! 💛 #vancouverbc #vancouvereats #vancouverfoodie #vancouvercoffee #vancouvercoffeesnob #easyvancouverhike #vancouvercoffeeshop #deepcove #deepcovebc #northvan #northvancouver #vancouverdaytrip #thingstodoinvancouver #vancouvershopping #vancouverhike #quarryrock #explorebc
You'll see kayaks frequently launching off of the waterfront here, and if you want to explore the coastline, you can rent one. Tours can also take you around the area, which is even more stunning from the water.
If you're up for some more activity you can also hike up Quarry Rock here, which leads you to a breathtaking lookout. After a day out exploring you can head into town for a bite to eat.
There are lots of businesses here to check out, but Honey Doughnuts & Goodies in a famous spot. Celebrities, including Kate Winslet and John Cena, have frequented the donut spot to try out their legendary treats.
If you're in Vancouver and craving an afternoon away, or are planning a trip to the West Coast, this charming village should be on your itinerary.