There are lots of stores here. It feels upscale and contemporary in design with 3 floors to explore.read more

This mall is conveniently located in downtown Vancouver and offers a wide variety of shops with…read moregoods at different price points. I visited during my trip and found plenty of options to suit almost any shopper or budget. That said, I was disappointed that none of the stores carried traditional relaxed or straight-fit jeans--every option seemed to be barrel or loose fit, which wasn't what I was looking for. As a result, I left without making a purchase, though I still enjoyed browsing the stores and checking out their merchandise.

Granville Island is an amalgamation of a public market, restaurants, a marina, a hotel, numerous…read moreartists' studios and workshops, and more located in one location. No wonder it's a popular tourist destination! You can watch artisans weaving at looms or creating brooms or blowing glass. Interestingly enough Ocean Concrete is also located here and you can gawk at their silos when walking around. If you're visiting during the weekends or holidays, parking can be a bit of a hassle. The sidewalks aren't clearly marked either, so pedestrians also spill over into the streets. It's better to take a ferry or water taxi to avoid the headaches.

Granville Island is touristy, sure, but not in a bad way. It's vibrant, full of energy, and still…read morefeels authentic. A mix of locals and tourists alike. The only downside is the prices, not horrible, but seem to be at a premium than right over the bridge. Traffic was also horrible trying to go and leave - sounds like others parked across the bridge and walked or took a ferry. We went on a Saturday mid afternoon and parking was ok because some people were leaving. A good selection of shops, including the public market and various shops. It was crowded, but service was good and friendly. We had a big meal beforehand, but it seems like a nice place to brunch by the waters and enjoy the views or have a snack - long line for the donut shop! There's a small playground for kids and toy stores. There's also a nice pond area to sit and enjoy a snack or just relax on a nice day.

stopped in at city square shopping centre to meet up with a friend for dim sum near city hall, and…read morehonestly, it's such an underrated little spot. on the busy intersection of 12th and cambie, this place has a bit of everything, anchor stores like dollarama, daiso, and sungiven foods, plus a ton of smaller shops that give it a cozy, local vibe. the glass atrium makes it feel bright and airy even on gloomy vancouver days. there's a food court with solid options, kin's market, and a few wellness spots. there's also hot yoga, fitness world, dental, a florist, salon, and spa, seriously, it's like a mini community hub. parking was super easy, two free hours if you validate with a retailer (over $5), and it's super convenient being steps away from the cambie canada line station. not your huge flashy mall, but it's got charm, convenience, and a lot of what you may need in one spot.

This review is regarding the PARKADE only, not a reflection of the mall itself or the stores…read morewithin. You MUST validate your parking at Sungiven Foods for 2-hour free parking, all other stores only validate for 1.5 hours - and I learned this the hard way. It was my first time driving to City Square, and I saw the sign in the parkade that read "Enjoy 2 hours free parking with purchase". I went to Dollarama first, and had my ticket validated there. I shopped around, and Sungiven Foods was one of my last stops before returning to my car. As I was driving out of the parkade, I was surprised that there was an overdue balance of $4.25 at the gate, even though I was in City Square for less than 2 hours (I had a timer on my phone). I called parking assistance and they sent Chandani to deal with the issue. She did not want to listen to my situation and was very rude and unhelpful. She kept insisting I pay for the ticket or go back upstairs to revalidate, and then walked away. I understand she may not have any authority to authorize anything or override the ticket, but she did not bother to listen or try to get help. I checked my timer, and saw that I was cutting it very close to 2 hours, so if I had re-parked my car and went back upstairs to revalidate, I would definitely go over the 2-hour limit. I paid the ticket and checked the website when I got home, and I understand that the City Square regulations states: -90 minutes FREE parking with a minimum $5.00 purchase from City Square retailers. -One retailer stamp per parking ticket allowed. Please bring your parking ticket along with you to the retailer for validation. I am upset because there was no indication (either on the website on signage posted in the mall or parkade) that the retailer stamp HAD to be from Sungiven Foods specifically (and be validated there first) in order to qualify for 2-hour free parking (instead of 90 min). Chandani also gave me the wrong information, and I would not have been able to re-validate at Sungiven foods anyways if I went back upstairs, as only one retailer stamp per parking ticket is allowed (as per the website). I did email the admin at City Square as well with my concerns over the signage, and asked for a possible refund. Chasity from Reception & Administration directed me to Precise Parklink in regards to the ticket refund. I didn't bother contacting Precise Parklink because on paper, I did exceed the 1.5 hour parking limit, but the reason for this is because of the misleading and unclear signage in my opinion.

Aberdeen (meaning "little Hong Kong") Centre is not just a mall but an institution of cultural…read moresignificance. It was even featured in the Royal BC museum in Victoria. To be honest, we visit each time we're in the area but there's not many stores we would shop at. It's just fun to peruse and window shop here. It is a pretty dated mall but people love it. We tried the food court a few times and the food here is okay but you'll probably do better venturing to eat outside. Overall, a fun place to pass the time and a centre for community.

6/4/26 First time…read morevisiting the indoor mall.. Three stories with plenty of shops.. Nice little food court. With different menus.. A little older but still fun to browse..

Mall was bright but nothing special…read more Conveniently located, in the downtown of Vancouver. Just the heart of everything. All the shops you need are there: Lululemon, Pink, Norstrom, food court. Just a regular store. Just wish Nike is inside too (maybe a small store in additional to the Robson Street location). Value is good for some stores, reasonable for others, food court seems pricey. Every store customer service was good. I would come again if I am around the vicinity.

pacific centre is one of those malls that doesn't make a big show of itself above ground, but slip…read moreinside and you're suddenly in this underground network that stretches across two to three city blocks. escalators and tunnels funnel you past anchors like apple, h&m, holt renfrew (three entire floors of it), there's aritzia, sephora, purdy's, and david's tea, banana republic, lush, sephora, nespresso, and all the phone carriers line the halls too, a reminder that you can shop your data plan and update your wardrobe in the same circuit. so happy to see kiokii and added to the mix. there's canada goose, and diptyque on the second floor. holt renfrew is the undeniable crown jewel, all polished marble and prestige, but the absence of the hudson's bay still lingers, not to mention, i am still mourning the loss of nordstrom. the gaps make you wonder what could come next, hopefully zara, uniqlo, and simons, maybe even ikea in a compact downtown format? and imagine if they tucked in a vip cineplex. suddenly pacific centre becomes not just a shopping trip, but an all day destination. a bright spot: the meinhardt's space is set to transform into aburi market, scheduled for the fall 2025. a japanese grocer with sushi, bentos, frozen goods, imports, and even its own bakery concept, exactly the kind of flavour infusion this place needs. to their credit, the mall does make an effort to keep things lively with seasonal activations and pop ups. paragon tea has popped up (albeit relegated to the dungeons), and they've had make your own floral bouquets, cookie decorating sessions, and celebrated the lunar new year with a dragon dance, with some stores participating in the festivities, they have displays of christmas trees and school choirs too. still, the food court hasn't caught up to the rest. if they leveled it up, like brentwood, pacific centre could easily move from practical pit stop to a true downtown hub. with the right mix of retailers, good eats, and maybe a little entertainment, this underground stretch could become the kind of place you want to hang out, not just pass through.

We went to many different souvenir shops around Vancouver and found this one to be the best in…read moreterms of selection, quality and value. You'll find a number of items, food and other items that are very Canada specific, such as Maple syrup, Maple tea, and other maple-related snacks. We also found it hard to find a shop where you can find clothing that lasts and is very comfortable. We picked up a couple fleece and shirts here and they survived the wash and are still comfortable weeks later, and they were such a good price, nearly half of what you'd expect. The deals on standard keychains and magnets were also very good so we bought dozens.

Lots of cheap selection for souvenirs, but didn't find anything that I liked in particular. The…read morepeople were nice. On Google, the hours say they close at 8, but I guess they close at 7 and they were nice enough to let us stay until 7:15 until they said something. It's all the things you'd find in a regular souvenir shop at a better price.

Oakridge Mall is amazing, I went to this watch store, Tag Heuer if i can remember, the owner is so…read morekind and polite, showed me all kinds of watches, and even one priced at $11,400 dollars, i was quite shocked lol. We exchanged greetings, and even let me have a photo with a racing suit. The food court was awesome too, the Pidgin's Daily Fried Rice for $24 was so delicious, a fried rice with a pork blend, had a perfect fat to rice texture and taste, and not too dry. I would love to go again.

The new Oakridge Park (the artist formerly known as Oakridge Centre) isn't even complete yet, but…read moreso far it is absolutely amazing. It is beautiful & gorgeous, opulent & dripping in elegance. The decor outstanding, the soft lighting, the flooring supreme, grand artwork throughout, stunning high-end retailers & a diverse food hall. All the big players in retail are right here - Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Prada, Dior, BLVGARI, Christian Louboutin, Moncler, Tiffany, & more. This is only the first phase of this massive $6.5 billion dollar redevelopment project. Some issues - Oakridge Park if you're reading this - turn the AC up. Or get a few industrial type fans set up on the ceiling to circulate air throughout the mall. It was stuffy throughout the entire mall. Due to the extremely high ceiling setup, fans will be required. You're welcome. One other thing, the wooden seating decor (see my pics) at one of the future entertainment areas - reminds me of the pews in older churches = very uncomfortable. Put some padding down on the seats for people sit on. & my butt won't hurt. At the Time Out Market Vancouver food hall, I had a Fennie Burger - it was too salty. However, Mello donuts continues to deliver the finest donuts in Metro Vancouver - don't miss out on taking a few home on your way out. Time Out Market is an extremely pricey food court. I'd rather spend this kind of cash on a full on restaurant experience. However, the food court options are spectacular ie Lunch Lady, Espana, Mee Bar, Via Tevere Pizzeria, Downlow Chicken & more. For dessert try - Mello donuts & Beaucoup Bakery Cafe. In terms of the layout of this food hall compared to The Amazing Brentwood Mall, it disappoints. The seating arrangement is too crowded. Take note, there's a few cocktail bars scattered throughout the mall. So if you're grown & sexy & feel like chilling out at the bar - cheers. Otherwise it's a stunning mall & I can't wait to see what comes in via the next phase. Ps bring all 5 of your credit cards - it's mighty high-end in here all the way.

i really thought i was being strategic. "half an hour is plenty," i told myself, confidently paying…read more$2.50 for parking. the plan was simple: go to guest services, check on the expiry of my gift cards, and leave. then i walked by the grand court and ooooh, look at how pretty and massive the lunar new year lantern is. the bold red lantern suspended under the glass ceiling, surrounded by oversized pink blooms, was stunning. they even included interesting facts from the chinatown storytelling centre, which made the display feel thoughtful and educational, not just decorative. it was beautiful and absolutely not something you rush past. i tried to stay focused, but this is metropolis at metrotown. as the largest mall in bc and one of the biggest in canada, it offers pretty much everything under one roof. fashion from zara, aritzia, arcteryx, uniqlo and sephora. staples like the apple store and h&m (with an escalator out of order during my visit). daiso. muji. winners and homesense. walmart, the real canadian superstore, t&t, shopper's drug mart, cineplex, banks, bubble tea shops, foreign exchange counters, restaurants and a food court. gone are anchors like hudson's bay and sears, but the variety today is still impressive. it really is a one stop hub. groceries, errands, shopping, entertainment, all convenient and connected directly to skytrain. but here's the thing: malls should not be charging for parking (unless it's downtown). we used to visit this mall a lot. it was an easy, go to destination. since parking fees were introduced, we honestly don't come nearly as often. when you're already planning to shop and spend money, paying just to park feels unnecessary. it changes the whole experience and makes even a quick visit feel calculated. the mall itself still has a great selection of stores and services. it delivers on convenience and variety. i just wish the parking situation didn't take away from that. next time, i'll likely skip the car and take skytrain instead.

A bit dated shopping mall. I find it slightly awkward to walk around because there are different…read moresets of elevators that lead you to garage parking and not the point of destination where you want to go. Parking garage also dated. There is a Walmart, T&T inside.

Richmond Centre is one of the nicer malls in town with Uniqlo, Muji, and any store to satiate your…read moreshopping wishes. It's pretty clean and modern inside. The upstairs food court is standard mall food, like A&W, NY Fries, etc. Definitely a nice place to spend an afternoon.

What I wrote close to a legal-adult age gap ago (#1) still largely holds true, with a few notable…read moreexceptions: construction never truly finished as the place is perpetually under it; it no longer resembles what it was for the last decade and is more updated and spacious than ever. In fact, the multi year transformation that its currently undergoing makes it less of a traditional mall and more of a mini city that has spawned into a mixed-use commercial district. Their use of natural lighting all throughout the space makes it an ideal place for a photo in any corner. In addition to the space, many stores have stepped in with a good number that are high-end to appease all of the new money coming into the city of Richmond. It has become a leisurely destination for families and teenagers as folks roam the mall from corner to corner. One of the most significant transformations has been their food court, which has been dubbed the DiningTERRACE and features a number of food and drink spots. The only downside has been the mediocrity of most spots, which has plenty of room for improvement. Parking is also a mess, especially during the weekend. Folks are constantly competing for space and camping out has become a necessity during their busiest times. As many skyscrapers have been built nearby and it's proximity to the metro rail, this place will only serve to be busier as time goes on. ____________ (#1) 18 years has flown by.