🏛️☕ Gastown: Vancouver's Historic Heartbeat
Step into Gastown—Vancouver's oldest neighborhood—and time-travel to the 1800s! 🌿 🏮 Cobblestone streets, vintage gas lamps, and European-style buildings make it feel like a quaint Euro village. But it's not just history—this spot blends heritage with hipster culture, art, and amazing food. ☕ Coffee & Bites: Revolver Coffee ☕: World-class beans + pour-over perfection. Try the Espresso Flight! 🚀 Nelson the Seagull 🥐: Cozy vibes, sourdough bread, and avocado toast + lattes. 🥑☕ The Flying Pig 🍖: West Coast flavors! Go for seafood pasta + local beer. 🍤🍺 🏮 Water Street Strolls: Gastown's main drag is lined with quirky shops, crafts, and cafes. 🛍️ Must-visits: Hudson House Trading Co. (souvenirs + local goods) 🎁 Rodney's Oyster House (Vancouver's best oysters!) 🦪 Inform Interiors (stylish home decor) 🛋️ Secret Location (trendy fashion finds) 👗 ⏰🗿 Iconic Sights: Steam Clock: Built in 1977, this steam-powered clock chimes every 15 mins! Snap pics at dawn/dusk to avoid crowds. 📸✨ Gassy Jack Statue: Honor Gastown's founder, who opened a bar here in 1867. 🍻🗿 #TownVibes #GastownMagic #VancouverHistory 🌍☕