10 best spots to take a summer selfie in Vancouver

Jul 2 2017, 3:06 am

Let’s admit it – we all love a good selfie.

Some have it down to an art, capturing that perfect angle, the right lighting, and of course having a beautiful backdrop helps. With summer upon us in Vancouver, there are endless places to snap your next Insta-worthy selfie in the city.

Here are 10 of the best summer selfie spots in and around Vancouver!

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English Bay at sunset

We all know that visiting English Bay beach is a summertime must. Head down just before sunset to capture that perfect pink and orange sky selfie.

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Kitsilano Pool

When the hot weather hits Vancouver, Kits pool is where it’s at. Capture your summer selfie while lounging by the pool, basking in the sunshine, and soaking in that beautiful view.

This is how we do. My BMC babes ❤️ #SummertimeinVancity #Kitsilano ☀️🌊

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Wreck Beach

Head on down to Wreck Beach this summer, where clothing is optional. Known as one of North America’s largest nude beaches, there’s no telling what you may come across!

Chillin’ with my “mood sister”. ☀️♥️

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This is happening! #wreckbeach #vancouver

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Grouse Mountain

Nothing says summer like heading out into nature. Take the trek up Grouse Mountain for your next selfie, trust us – the view is worth it!

Sea to Sky gondola

If you prefer a more scenic route, take the Sea to Sky gondola instead. Located in Squamish, BC the gondola ride is approximately 10 minutes long offering breathtaking views of Howe Sound, all 885 m above sea level.

We hiked from the car to the gondola 😬

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Stanley Park Pitch & Putt

Try you hand at golf at the Stanley Park Pitch & Putt. Hey, even if you play awful at least you’re guaranteed to get a good selfie out of it!

Bachelor party #turtleselfie

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Lynn Canyon Park

Escape from the city at Lynn Canyon Park. Located in North Vancouver, Lynn Canyon Park offers 617 acres of outdoor goodness making it the perfect spot to snap your next selfie. Check out the suspension bridge, go on a hike or snap a pic by their 30 ft outdoor pool.

Lynn canyon ❤️ #vancouverisawesome

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Fun on the suspension bridge #vancitylife

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Deep Cove

Also located in North Vancouver, Deep Cove offers breathtaking views of the Indian Arm. Take the Baden Powell Trail up to Quarry Rock or rent a kayak and hit the water to capture that perfect selfie.

P I E ! Team bounding #kayaking #myteam❤️ #unbouncing

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Whistler

A short drive north from Vancouver, Whistler has tons of things for you to do this summer while snapping your next selfie. Go ziplining, bungee jumping, take a scenic hike or simply wander around the shops in the village.

Zippin ! 🌲🐝💤

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love this country and this guy 🇨🇦 happy canada day ❣️#canada150

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Olympic Cauldron

Located by Canada Place in Vancouver, visit the Olympic Cauldron for your next selfie. Built for the 2010 Olympic games, the torch is usually only lit for special events but regardless, it’s a Vancouver selfie staple.

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