What to do and see in Vancouver, Washington (WA): The Best Shopping

June 26, 2021 Franklyn Hardiman

Steeped in history, Vancouver is the oldest city in Washington. Once the largest western outpost of the British Hudson's Bay Company, where supplies and food were bartered in the 1800s, it was closed in 1860 as Americans took over commerce. The outpost was later recreated as the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. For more history, check out the Pearson Air Field, the oldest operating airfield in the West, where vintage aircraft are displayed at the Pearson Air Museum. If adventure is your bag, Vancouver is the perfect base for day trips to the Columbia River Gorge, the breathtakingly beautiful 70-mile river stretch that cuts through the Cascade Mountains, or Mount St. Helens, the site of the famous volcano, both of which offer a slew of outdoor activities. For calmer pastimes, cruise the picturesque river in the Columbia Gorge riverboat, or visit Beacon Rock, the world's second largest monolith, where a walking trail leads to spectacular panoramic views.
Restaurants in Vancouver

1. Erik Runyan Jewelers

501 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660-3120 +1 360-699-1917 https://www.facebook.com/ErikRunyans/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Erik Runyan Jewelers

2. Esther Short Park

605 Esther St, Vancouver, WA 98660-3021 +1 360-487-8311 [email protected] http://www.cityofvancouver.us/parksrec/page/esther-short-park
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4.5 based on 665 reviews

Esther Short Park

A 5-acre park in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Esther Short is the oldest public square in the state of Washington. Today the park contains a clock tower, gazebo, large picnic shelter/stage, playground, rose garden, walking paths and seasonal water feature. You will find the Vancouver Farmer's Market here on weekends mid-March through October.

Reviewed By 3Islanders

What a lovely gem in the midst of downtown Vancouver! From the stunning salmon sculptures to the welcoming benches, this park is an absolute pleasure. My husband and I were lucky enough to be in Vancouver during sunny weather; we would pick up sandwiches at the nearby Subway and go this park to enjoy them. Judging by the numbers of dog walkers and kids of all ages who passed by, the locals love it here too.

3. Main Street Vintage Home

1803 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660-2609 +1 360-719-2592 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/MainStreetVintageHome/
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Main Street Vintage Home

4. House of Vintage

1501 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660-2945 +1 360-694-1991 https://www.facebook.com/House-of-Vintage-Vancouver-947969665255622/
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

House of Vintage

5. Vancouver Farmers Market - Downtown Market

6th & Esther St. Downtown Vancouver, Vancouver, WA 98660 +1 360-737-8298 http://vancouverfarmersmarket.com
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Vancouver Farmers Market - Downtown Market

Reviewed By Robinx1974 - Vancouver, United States

Family-friendly fun at the park, Vancouver farmers market i a place to pick up local fruits and vegetables, flowers, and work from local artisans, get something to eat and let the kids play in the park

6. Dave's Killer Magic Shop

1707 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660-2607 +1 360-448-9022 [email protected] http://killermagicshop.com/
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Dave's Killer Magic Shop

At Dave's Killer Magic shop fun is our number one priority! We have all the pranks and gags that would satisfy any Weasly, as well as magic tricks for all ages. Our staff of magicians who work the counter would love to show you a trick and help you select the perfect gift, prank, or magic trick. Stop by next time you are in The Couve.

7. Old Glory Antique Mall

2000 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660-2637 +1 360-906-8823
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4.0 based on 9 reviews

Old Glory Antique Mall

8. Vancouver Mall

8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr, Vancouver, WA 98662-6750 +1 380-892-6255 [email protected] http://www.shopvancouvermall.com/
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3.5 based on 45 reviews

Vancouver Mall

As Southwest Washington's largest shopping center at nearly 1 million square feet, Vancouver Mall offers you a world-class shopping and entertainment experience with more than 142 of your favorite shops, services and eateries, plus a new 23-screen Cinetopia theater.

9. Todd Alan Woodcraft

5305 NE 121st Ave Ste 501, Vancouver, WA 98682-6241 +1 360-932-6599 [email protected] http://www.toddalanwoodcraft.com
Todd Alan Woodcraft

Based in Vancouver Washington, Todd Alan Woodcraft's unique & functional collection of modern and rustic style Culinary boards, flights and Interior lighting is hand designed to showcase wood’s natural beauty, grain and coloring. Our boards and lights are a piece of Artwork for your home. See our site for showroom hours.

1001 Main St Unit A and B, Vancouver, WA 98660-2894 +1 360-409-3817 [email protected] http://www.phoenixrisingartgallery.com

Phoenix Rising Art Gallery is located in the heart of Downtown Vancouver on Main Street. We are located on the second story of a historic building that was Vancouver's first bank 100 years ago. The gallery is newly renovated with new LED track lighting, suspended walls, and newly installed floors. We are always featuring local artists and taking in new talent.

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