Robson Street

Running within a southeast-northwest direction through the West End and downtown Vancouver, BC; Robson Street is a main thoroughfare. Referred to as Robsonstrasse, the core commercial blocks encompass the blocks from Burrard to Jervis Street. Robson Street took its name from John Robson. He was a major player in the province's entry into the Canadian Confederation. Robson was also the province's Premier from the years 1889 to 1892. The beginning of Robson Street is at BC Place Stadium that lies near False Creek's north shores. The street then runs northwest past the Vancouver Art Gallery, Robson Square and the Vancouver Library Square. It comes to an end at the Lost Lagoon in Stanley Park.

Robson Street is in the heart of downtown Vancouver and is probably the most famous shopping lane within Vancouver City. In the three blocks stretching between Burrard and Jervis, you will find a commercial metropolis that includes fine dining, trendy fashion stores, all the services and amenities a local or visitor might wish for.

There are lots of places along the street to drink coffee and watch the people on the road utilizing one of the many outdoor patios. There are several great places to do some boutique shopping, days spas to be pampered at and hotels to relax. At nighttime, the roads come alive with thriving buskers and performance artists. There is an abundance of delicious food and drinks to be enjoyed at some of Vancouver's most popular restaurants. The street is recognized on a worldwide level as well as it remains a local favorite shopping spot. Robson Street is certainly one of the main roads to go to when in the city of Vancouver.

Another well-known street within the district is Burrard Street. This street is not technically on Robson Street but is still in the vicinity. The areas of Alberni and Georgia Streets that cross near Burrard are home to numerous expensive and upscale stores within the city. These include: Betsey Johnson, Gucci, Burberry, Hermès, Lacoste, Cartier, Tiffany & Co. Salvatore Ferragamo, Chanel and Coach. This area is likewise known as "Little Ginza" as it is focused around anchor Japanese marketed companies on Alberni Street.