Whistler | British Columbia - 1000 Towns of Canada
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Whistler | British Columbia
The page created by Thomas Marzec | University of Manitoba
Photo by Ruth Hartnup from Vancouver, Wikimedia Commons
Region:
Sea-to-Sky
Known For:
Whistler Blackcomb | 2010 Winter Olympics legacy | Peak 2 Peak Gondola | Skiing & biking hub | Alpine village
Best For:
Skiing & Snowboarding | Mountain Biking | Alpine Getaways
Whistler Sliding Centre
Selfie Spot
- Address: 4910 Glacier Lane, Whistler, BC, V8E 0C2
- Phone: 604-964-0040
- Link: Visit Here
The Whistler Sliding Centre is the only place in Canada where the general public can try bobsleighing, and visitors can do so on an actual Olympic track. Visitors can reach speeds of up to 125km/hr and feel the acceleration of up to 4 g-forces.
Whistler Train Wreck Hike
Outdoor
- Address: Whistler Quarry Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B1
- Link: Visit Here
As the name suggests, Whistler Train Wreck Hike is known for its train cars, which were moved to the site in 1956 after falling off a nearby track that was under repair. The path also has breathtaking views across the suspension bridge while offering views of the Cheakamus River.
Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
Outdoor | Selfie Spot
- Link: Visit Here
Whistler Blackcomb is a snowboarder or skier’s dream come true. Whistler Blackcomb consists of two mountains that cover over 8,100 acres of slopes. This includes 16 alpine bowls, 3 glaciers, world-class terrain parks and over 200 trails.
Peak 2 Peak Whistler Gondola
Kids & Family | Outdoor | Selfie Spot
- Address: Whistler, BC V8E 0X9
- Link: Visit Here
The Peak 2 Peak Experience is the longest and highest gondola in the world. At 1,427 feet above the valley floor, this gondola spans the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains.
Olympic Plaza
Selfie Spot
- Address: 4365 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
- Phone: 604-932-5535
- Link: Visit Here
The Whistler Olympic Plaza is a venue for outdoor concerts during the summer months and ice-skating during the winter months. It is a common place for the community to enjoy lunch, enjoy recreational activities, or simply relax with breathtaking views.
Lost Lake Park
Outdoor
- Address: 4700 Lost Lake Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
- Link: Visit Here
Lost Lake Park is located northeast of Whistler, and is the perfect spot for cross-country skiing, hiking, or beachgoers. Lost Lake Park is 525 acres and offers 15 miles of trails for skiers and snowshoers, and nearly 62 miles are available for biking or hiking.
Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Art
- Address: 4584 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V8E 0Y3
- Phone: 604-964-0990
- Link: Visit Here
This cultural centre pays tribute to the region’s two First Nations native tribes, the Squamish and Lil’wat nations. The cultural centre has artwork, interactive exhibits, films, and crafts.
Audain Art Museum
Art
- Address: 4350 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1N3
- Phone: 604-962-0413
- Link: Visit Here
The Audain Art Museum is a unique-looking building built in 2016. The museum houses a permanent collection of artworks from creators from all over British Columbia.
Whistler Museum
History
- Address: 4333 Main St, Whistler, BC V8E 1B3
- Phone: 604-932-2019
- Link: Visit Here
The Whistler Museum is a unique museum that provides itself on showing visitors a side of Whistler they never knew. The museum showcases Whistler’s stories from the fun-loving pioneers, to the creation of Whistler Blackcomb, to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
Scandinave Spa Whistler
- Address: 8010 Mons Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B8
- Phone: 1-888-935-2423
- Link: Visit Here
Although there are other spas available in Whistler, none can match the mountain-Zen Scandinave Spa. The 25,000 sq ft outdoor spa is nestled on 3 acres of land with beautiful views to be found.