Overview
If you are looking for the things to do in Whistler, during your trip there, you will find that the options are unlimited. Whistler, a breathtakingly beautiful resort town, has an abundance of natural beauty due to its scintillating location in the southern Pacific ranges of the Coast Mountains in British Columbia. Located about 125 km north of Vancouver, Whistler is known all over the world for its alpine skiing and mountain biking. But the attraction of the place is not limited to these only, as there are many more things to do in Whistler. Whistler will also host most of the Alpine, Sliding and Nordic events of Vancouver 2010 Winter Games. Explore it to know more.
Skiing and Snowboarding
Whistler is one of the most popular alpine playgrounds of North America. And just because of this fact, while in Whistler, everyone must go for some skiing and snowboarding here, which undisputedly head the list of ‘things to do in Whistler’. Whistler is a paradise on earth with its picturesque beauty, 8,100 acres of ski-able land, two mountains, over 200 trails, 38 lifts, 12 alpine bowls, and 1 vertical mile. No doubt, this place can enchant every snowboarder with its thrill, charm and dazzling splendor.
Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking is another front-runner in the list of ‘things to do in Whistler’. During the summers, Whistler becomes one of the popular destinations for the mountain bikers, as they make a bee line for Whistler Village Gondola – the popular access point to the world renowned ‘Whistler Mountain Bike Park’. Depending upon your biking skill, you can choose to go for Green, Blue Zone, or Double Black Skills Centres. You can also choose to go for a leisure ride through the 30 km paved path at the valley trail. You can always hire various machines, gears etc. that you may require during your biking from the rental companies.
Eco-tours
Eco-tours are the best way to explore the beauty of natural habitats of Whistler. No matter whether you travel by bike, by boat or on foot, the eco-tours will take you to some of the most exciting places in Whistler including various rivers, rainforests, glaciers, and glades. Eco-tours are also one of the most popular ‘things to do in Whistler’. Go for Ziptrek Eco-tours that include The Bear Tour and The Eagle Tour, or you may also opt for Skyline Whistler Eco-tours on Cougar Mountain, the most exciting eco-adventure of Whistler.
Dining
Dining experience at Whistler is undoubtedly one of the most exciting parts of your visit to Whistler. In fact, the name of the place is widely known for being closely associated with fine dining experience. The Coastal Mountain culinary will definitely woo your taste buds. And while choosing your dining place, you will surely be flooded with options at Whistler. Edgewater Lodge, Hy’s Steakhouse, Araxi, Bearfoot Bistro etc. are some of the notable places where you can drop in for a memorable dining experience.
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