22. Gastown – historic neighborhood now overrun with tourist shops. A picturesque place to stroll, with some interesting galleries, but do beware the overhype – a definite tourist trap.
23. Gastown Steam Clock A photo in every tourist’s album. However, not exactly authentic, as it was built in 1977 based on an 1875 design.
25. World Cup frenzy in a soccer-mad city Japanese-Canadians celebrate Japan’s goal vs. Denmark in Japan’s first-ever World Cup
26. Hon’s Noodle House Robson Street Recommended by a friend & not listed in the guidebooks. Do not be put off by the cafeteria décor – fantastic Chinese! Erika’s hot and sour soup
27. “A-Maze-ing Laughter” by Chinese artist YueMinjun Public art installation on Denman Street, part of the 2009-2011 Vancouver Biennale