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Robson Street Shopping: The Best Shopping Experience in Vancouver

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Find everything you need on Robson Street. From Gucci to Payless Shoes, there is something for every type of shopping budget. Enjoy a stroll down Robson Street and then stop for lunch at one of the many restaurants.

One of the most famous shopping districts in Vancouver is world-famous Robson Street. Within three blocks visitors and locals find dozens of restaurants, gift and souvenir shops, hair and beauty salons, jewelry stores, and a variety of budget and top notch shoe stores. Of course Robson Street has its international hot name brands such as Club Monaco, Gap, Banana Republic, Gucci, Armani, Levi’s, Virgin Records, Bebe, and Starbucks, along with its top Canadian brand names Lush, M.A.C, Roots Canada and Aritzia.

It isn't hard to find Robson Street as it crosses right through the core of downtown Vancouver and is Vancouvers’ main street. You can drive to Robson Street if you want, but parking might be tricky. Try catching the Vancouver Metro Bus, or catch the SkyTrain to Burrard Street Station. Once at Burrard Street, you will find Robson just a few steps away.

If you are looking for childrens fashions then try Gap Kids or Roots Kids Canada. Both shops have a great selection for the little ones in your life. Visiting families love Roots Canada!

Looking for make up and cosmetics? Then head to Lush, London Drugs, The Body Shop, or Shifeon. London Drugs is your best bet if you're looking for affordable cosmetics and sometimes they have excellent deals on lipstick, glosses, blush, jewelry, eye shadow, shampoo and foundation.

Hair cut anyone? Go get your locks trimmed at Aveda Academy Salon, or Beach Hair Studio. Both places are great and you can get a new look while you are visiting the city of Vancouver.

Men and Women's fashions are lined up and down Robson Street, so make sure you have some good walking shoes, or buy some while you are there. Find fashions such as French Connection, Esprit, Hilfiger Denim, Le Chateau, Tommy Hilfiger, and much more.

If you're looking to find a little 'bling, bling' while you are on Robson Street, you will find loads of shops with sparkling diamonds, rubies and pearls. Check out Blue Ruby, Saatchi & Saatchi, Plenty, Below the Belt,Silver Gallery and a variety of others.

There are too many restaurants to mention here, but if you're looking for a bite to eat during your shopping experience then try out Cactus Club Cafe, CinCin Ristorante, Moxie's Classic Grill, A Taste of India, Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House, Thai House, Tsunami Sushi, among many others.

There are so many shops, cafes, and restaurants to sample in this shopping district. Try to go back a few times while visiting if you can afford the time and the money. This street is known for its shopping and it popular around the world. Enjoy its variety!


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