About Whistler BC
Whistler Blackcomb virtually defines the big-mountain resort scene with the highest vertical, biggest acreage, most glaciers, best glades, a renowned terrain park and, arguably, the world's best mountain bike park. The longest winter season in North America in combination with summer glacier skiing and riding, alpine sightseeing and hiking, and the Whistler Mountain Bike Park make Whistler Blackcomb a year round, world class resort destination.
Traveling to Whistler
Whistler is only two hours from Vancouver along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway, and five hours from Seattle, WA. Travel to the resort easily by air, train, or bus with connections from international airports.
Year Round Activities
There's something to do here every day whether it's a thrilling adventure or just some quiet time listening to nature and absorbing the magnificent scenery. Summer offers everythign from golfing to rock climbing and hiking, glacier tours and paintball. Also Whistler is well known for its mountain biking offering miles of great terrain for everyone in the family. Winteris all about skiing and riding, but for your off days tubing, dog sledding and ice climbing are among the many available activities. Whistler truly is a year round resort.
Bars and Restaurants
Whistler boasts some of the best restaurants in the world, ranging from white tablecloth, fine-dining to pub-syle atmosphere, family eateries, fast food, and everything in between.
Shopping
Whistler offers a great cosmopolitan shopping experience, there's something for everyone. Wander through more than 200 shops and stores in Whistler Village, and if your shopping bug hasn't left then check out all the shops in the newly-developed Creekside neighbourhood along with Function Junction to the south. Whistler may be a town of only 10,000 people, but you can find anything and everything you need. From native artwork, high fashion apparel, jewelry, snowboard equipment to bathing suits and camping supplies, you can find it in Whistler.
Festivals and Events
You'll find plenty of special events and unique festivals throughout the year in Whistler. Our comprehensive 12-month calendar features a complete list of everything going on in the resort.
