Michel’s Whistler Guidebook
Sightseeing
For the best skiing, biking and sightseeing all year round
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Puente colgante de la cima de la montaña Whistler
For the best skiing, biking and sightseeing all year round
THE STORY
Old stories tell of the wondrous things that happen near Whistler. Between the trees, in the shadow of mountains, legends say there’s a hidden valley where stardust falls from the sky, filling all living things with its pure light.
It’s a place that’s filled with unexpected enchantment. There’s a way to get there, but few know how to find it. Those who visit and witness its secrets remember it long after they leave.
Join an evening excursion and follow cryptic radio transmissions and the lingering traces of two long-ago hikers to find the scenic trailhead where the real journey begins… This pathway leads toward a place filled with beauty, and proof that the legends of Whistler are true.
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Vallea Lumina
4293 Mountain SquareTHE STORY
Old stories tell of the wondrous things that happen near Whistler. Between the trees, in the shadow of mountains, legends say there’s a hidden valley where stardust falls from the sky, filling all living things with its pure light.
It’s a place that’s filled with unexpected enchantment. There’s a way to get there, but few know how to find it. Those who visit and witness its secrets remember it long after they leave.
Join an evening excursion and follow cryptic radio transmissions and the lingering traces of two long-ago hikers to find the scenic trailhead where the real journey begins… This pathway leads toward a place filled with beauty, and proof that the legends of Whistler are true.
A great way to see the mountain. Spectacular views.
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Peak 2 Peak Gondola Whistler
A great way to see the mountain. Spectacular views.
Beautiful and modern First Nations museum, the Squamish-Lil'wat Cultural Centre (SLCC), is home to a collection of carvings, weavings, and stories that introduce the history and culture of the local Squamish and Lil'wat peoples.
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Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
4584 Blackcomb WayBeautiful and modern First Nations museum, the Squamish-Lil'wat Cultural Centre (SLCC), is home to a collection of carvings, weavings, and stories that introduce the history and culture of the local Squamish and Lil'wat peoples.
Lost Lake is a year-round destination for activities, be it mountain biking, hiking, and bird-watching in summer, or snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter. From the shoreline, trails fan out, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding quiet forests filled with British Columbia wildlife. The small lake features a beach area and is generally one of the busier spots on a hot summer day, especially as there is a shuttle from the village.
For more sandy, freshwater beaches near Whistler, head to Alpha Lake and Alta Lake.
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Lost Lake
Lost Lake is a year-round destination for activities, be it mountain biking, hiking, and bird-watching in summer, or snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter. From the shoreline, trails fan out, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding quiet forests filled with British Columbia wildlife. The small lake features a beach area and is generally one of the busier spots on a hot summer day, especially as there is a shuttle from the village.
For more sandy, freshwater beaches near Whistler, head to Alpha Lake and Alta Lake.
Situated on the shores of Alpha Lake, this popular park is located five kilometers south of Whistler Village in the Creekside neighbourhood. Alpha Lake Park is open dawn to dusk.
Alpha Lake
Situated on the shores of Alpha Lake, this popular park is located five kilometers south of Whistler Village in the Creekside neighbourhood. Alpha Lake Park is open dawn to dusk.
The Audain Art Museum opened in 2016 and has a mandate to feature British Columbian art and artists from the late 1700s onwards.
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Audain Art Museum
4350 Blackcomb WayThe Audain Art Museum opened in 2016 and has a mandate to feature British Columbian art and artists from the late 1700s onwards.
The museum's interesting exhibits, from Whistler's early days, introduce local characters, including early settlers and lodge owners, quirky area artists, and the many world-class athletes who have trained on the slopes.
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Whistler Museum
4333 Main StThe museum's interesting exhibits, from Whistler's early days, introduce local characters, including early settlers and lodge owners, quirky area artists, and the many world-class athletes who have trained on the slopes.
Food scene
Excellent Food and Atmosphere.
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Araxi Restaurant & Oyster Bar
4222 Village SquareExcellent Food and Atmosphere.
Our personal favorite. Amazing food and atmosphere.
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Il Caminetto
4242 Village StrollOur personal favorite. Amazing food and atmosphere.
Great patio with heaters. Amazing views of the hill. Solid food.
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Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub
170 Sundial CrescentGreat patio with heaters. Amazing views of the hill. Solid food.
Inspired by European cuisine, sourced from the finest whole ingredients and deliciously crafted every step of the way by hand. From the first sip of our wines to the last bite of our popular Apple Tart Tatin, Caramba!’s atmosphere, service and cuisine encourage camaraderie and good times.
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Caramba! Restaurant Whistler
4314 Main StreetInspired by European cuisine, sourced from the finest whole ingredients and deliciously crafted every step of the way by hand. From the first sip of our wines to the last bite of our popular Apple Tart Tatin, Caramba!’s atmosphere, service and cuisine encourage camaraderie and good times.
Spring, Summer and Fall Activities
Arnold Palmer's first Canadian design, home to a truly "Whistler" brand of golf. "Palmer's Design, Whistler's Attitude"
#24 Public/Resort course in Canada. PGA of Canada Top 100
Score Golf Top 59. 2021
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Whistler Golf Club
4001 Whistler WayArnold Palmer's first Canadian design, home to a truly "Whistler" brand of golf. "Palmer's Design, Whistler's Attitude"
#24 Public/Resort course in Canada. PGA of Canada Top 100
Score Golf Top 59. 2021
This is the setting that inspired the great Jack Nicklaus to create a golf course as unique as himself. This par 71, 18-hole course winds along a gentle valley floor offering you a spectacular setting. Winner of numerous awards since its opening in 1996.
Just minutes from the resort village of Whistler, British Columbia.
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Nicklaus North Golf Course
8080 Nicklaus N BlvdThis is the setting that inspired the great Jack Nicklaus to create a golf course as unique as himself. This par 71, 18-hole course winds along a gentle valley floor offering you a spectacular setting. Winner of numerous awards since its opening in 1996.
Just minutes from the resort village of Whistler, British Columbia.
The Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course is 18-hole Audubon-certified, and traverses creeks, ponds, stands of ancient Douglas fir and granite rock, creating a naturally spectacular and challenging golf experience for all levels.
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Fairmont Chateau Whistler
4599 Chateau BlvdThe Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course is 18-hole Audubon-certified, and traverses creeks, ponds, stands of ancient Douglas fir and granite rock, creating a naturally spectacular and challenging golf experience for all levels.
Alta Lake is the biggest lake in Whistler and boasts three beaches: Lakeside Park, Rainbow Park and Wayside Park.
Lakeside Park, is located on Lakeside road. Here you'll find a sandy beach, picnic tables and barbeques, washrooms and a concession stand renting canoes and kayaks. This park is open year round, and you'll find park goers lounging in the grass, picnicing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Water equipment can be rented at the beach if you didn't bring your own. Lakeside Park is a short 10 minute bike ride, or a pleasant 30 minute walk from Whistler Village on the Valley Trail.
Rainbow Park is located on the west side of Alta Lake, a pleasant 20 minute bike ride along the valley trail from both Whistler Village and Whistler Creekside. Rainbow Park is the biggest of the Whistler beach areas and boosts: a concession stand renting canoes and kayaks, volleyball courts, picnic tables and barbeques, vending machine and lots of parking space.
Wayside Park is the smallest of the Whistler beach areas and is located fairly close to Whistler Creekside. Wayside is accessible by the valley trail system and also by car. At Wayside you'll find a small beach, a dock, picnic tables and barbeques and a concession stand renting kayaks.
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Alta Lake
Alta Lake is the biggest lake in Whistler and boasts three beaches: Lakeside Park, Rainbow Park and Wayside Park.
Lakeside Park, is located on Lakeside road. Here you'll find a sandy beach, picnic tables and barbeques, washrooms and a concession stand renting canoes and kayaks. This park is open year round, and you'll find park goers lounging in the grass, picnicing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Water equipment can be rented at the beach if you didn't bring your own. Lakeside Park is a short 10 minute bike ride, or a pleasant 30 minute walk from Whistler Village on the Valley Trail.
Rainbow Park is located on the west side of Alta Lake, a pleasant 20 minute bike ride along the valley trail from both Whistler Village and Whistler Creekside. Rainbow Park is the biggest of the Whistler beach areas and boosts: a concession stand renting canoes and kayaks, volleyball courts, picnic tables and barbeques, vending machine and lots of parking space.
Wayside Park is the smallest of the Whistler beach areas and is located fairly close to Whistler Creekside. Wayside is accessible by the valley trail system and also by car. At Wayside you'll find a small beach, a dock, picnic tables and barbeques and a concession stand renting kayaks.