Things to Do in Whistler
Plan your days in Whistler, your way
Start with the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, the one big-ticket experience that genuinely earns its reputation.
Wander the Village Stroll afterward, ducking into galleries and grabbing a waffle cone at Cow's.
Spend a slow afternoon at Lost Lake, swimming or walking the flat shoreline loop.
One evening, try après at the GLC patio, watching skiers and bikers roll in as the light fades.
The Audain Art Museum offers a calm hour with stunning coastal art when your legs need a break.
Breakfast at Purebread, lunch at Peaked Pies, dinner somewhere the concierge whispers about, and the food box is ticked.
The Scandinave Spa's silent baths make an ideal rainy-day wildcard.
Drive twenty minutes to Brandywine Falls for an easy waterfall payoff on your way in or out.
Keep one day completely unplanned; Whistler rewards aimless wandering better than most mountain towns.
Next Escape gives you the balanced week, one icon, one view, one great meal, one quiet discovery, every single day.
Top attractions and places to eat in Whistler
Whistler Blackcomb
One of North America's largest ski and snowboard resorts, spanning two mountains with extensive terrain for skiing, snowboarding, and summer alpine activities. A premier destination for mountain sports.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Whistler Blackcomb - Peak 2 Peak Gondola
A record-setting gondola connecting Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, offering sweeping panoramic views over valleys and glaciers. A signature attraction for its dramatic aerial vistas.
attraction · 4.8 rating · C$99
Brandywine Falls Provincial Park
A provincial park featuring a dramatic 70-meter waterfall reached via a short forest walk to a viewing platform. A popular scenic stop for waterfall views and photos.
park · 4.7 rating
Lost Lake Park
A forested park surrounding Lost Lake in Whistler, offering swimming, walking and biking trails, and cross-country skiing in winter. Travelers go for nature, recreation, and a scenic swim.
park · 4.7 rating
Whistler Sliding Centre
A 2010 Winter Olympics venue offering bobsled, luge, and skeleton experiences on a competition track. Travelers visit for the thrill of guided sliding runs and Olympic history.
attraction · 4.8 rating
Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
A museum and cultural center celebrating the shared heritage of the Squamish and Lil'wat First Nations through exhibits, art, and traditional structures.
cafe · 4.6 rating · C$25
Whistler
A world-renowned mountain resort town in British Columbia known for skiing, mountain biking, and its lively pedestrian village. A hub for outdoor recreation year-round.
neighborhood · 4.8 rating
Joffre Lakes Provincial Park
Scenic provincial park known for its turquoise glacial lakes and hiking trail.
park · 4.8 rating
The Whistler Train Wreck Trail
Long-time favorite trail featuring graffiti-covered train cars and views of the Cheakamus River.
trail · 4.6 rating
Audain Art Museum
A world-class museum housing a permanent collection of British Columbian art, including Indigenous masks and Emily Carr works, plus rotating exhibitions. A must-visit for art and culture enthusiasts in Whistler.
attraction · 4.7 rating · C$22
Whistler Valley Trail
Popular hiking trail network through the Whistler valley.
trail · 4.7 rating
Whistler Suspension Bridge
Scenic suspension bridge offering views from a triangle platform.
landmark · 4.7 rating
Whistler Bungee Bridge
A bungee jumping site on a bridge spanning a dramatic glacier-fed canyon over the Cheakamus River. Travelers come for the adrenaline of a 160-foot jump and canyon views.
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Ziptrek Ecotours
A guided zipline and treetop canopy tour through the old-growth rainforest between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Travelers go for adventure ziplining combined with ecology and scenic forest views.
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Green Lake Park
A park on the shore of Green Lake near Whistler, known for its striking turquoise waters framed by mountains. Travelers visit for the scenery, photos, and lakeside relaxation.
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