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Top spots in Whistler
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
FamilyWhistler Village
World's longest unsupported lift between two mountains.
Lost Lake
OutdoorsVillage North
Swimming and SUP minutes from the village.
Whistler Mountain Bike Park
OutdoorsWhistler
World-famous lift-served downhill biking.
Joffre Lakes
OutdoorsDay trip
Three stacked turquoise lakes — permit required.
Blackcomb Glacier
OutdoorsBlackcomb
Year-round summer skiing — alpine bowls and powder.
Where to eat
Bearfoot Bistro
$$$$French / Caviar · Village
Vodka room at -32°C, champagne sabering nightly.
Araxi
$$$$Pacific Northwest · Village Square
Whistler's longtime fine-dining anchor.
Hy's Steakhouse
$$$$Steakhouse · Village
Old-school dry-aged steaks and martinis.
Purebread
$$Bakery / Café · Village + Function
Insane pastry case — peanut butter brownie is legendary.
Splitz Grill
$Burgers · Marketplace
Build-your-own burgers, après-ski staple.
Live & on stage
Whistler Pride & Ski Festival
Village-wide · Jan 25 – Feb 1 · LGBTQ+ Festival
Crankworx Whistler
Bike Park · Aug 8–17 · MTB / Festival
Whistler Film Festival
Village · Dec 3–7 · Film
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Peak 2 Peak Gondola, Lost Lake, Whistler Mountain Bike Park. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Whistler and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.