Inukshuk

This area along Sunset Beach has wonderful views, multiple art installations, and a gorgeous little historical bandstand.

The northern lights as seen from English bay, 17 Sep 2024. 8 to 9 PM.

This spot is one of my favorites, it’s best to be at during early summer and great place to swim in. Alcohol and pets are not allowed and during the weekends it’s usually governed by petrols but it’s the most crowded times so if you wanna enjoy the sunset prepare for the noise.

Beautiful beach to view sunsets and Inukshuk is a beautiful sculpture and looks like Groot 😁 We went during a warm spring evening and the beach was filled with people waiting to view sunsets and enjoying the warmth of sun. Definitely parking is not easy here, and there are pay park areas 5 mins from the beach.

Very nice beach and clean too. Was just a little cold and cloudy. Beautiful views

Just a lovely photo spot to sit, enjoy the weather, people watch, and admire the Inukshuk!

The Inukshuk is very nice and big cultural sculpture by Alvin Karnak made in 1986 and moved to the actual place in 1987. As a traditional sculpture from the Inuit it was used as a landmark and navigational aid. It represents the northern friendship and hospitality and is made out of grey Granit.

The Inukshuk, a landmark of English Bay and a very picturesque place for taking photos, particularly at sunset. With English Bay beach just to the side, and on the other side you have a very 'zen' rock garden, where people practice their skills at balancing rocks on top of one another. It's a great place to spend a few hours.

Everybody has a word or two that they dislike, for whatever reason. For me, I can't stand the word "iconic". It is SO overused, and often it is used so loosely and inappropriately, that it has lost a lot of its true meaning. We've become somewhat numb to what the word is supposed to mean because it's thrown about so often in describing people and things that, while they might be really swell, they are by no means "iconic". That said, this inukshuk sculpture truly IS iconic. It is THE iconic sculpture and signature piece that, if one had to choose ONE symbol or work that represented the City of Vancouver, this would be it. Proudly standing on a grassy outpost of land overseeing the Burrard Inlet, just to the west of the seawall, halfway. between Sunset Beach and English Bay, this Inukshuk sculpture rises tall, like a monarch on her throne overseeing her realm. This massive granite piece is extremely popular with city residents and tourists alike, and I always see people taking photos of it and by it, regardless of the weather or time of day (it's particularly striking at sunrise and sunset, but at dusk, when it's illuminated by its footlights, it's spectacular! I like how it's illuminated by different colored lights at various nightly festivals during the year). One of the reasons that it's so majestic is its setting, right by the water. In my opinion, this is one of the most successful pairings of artwork to context ever, as its setting here on the water by the seawall at English Bay could not have been more perfect. I see one reviewer gave this landmark a mediocre review due to the fencing erected around the work during the annual fireworks celebration, noting he could not get up close to the sculpture due to the barrier. To this I say, get over it! I applaud the City for protecting this iconic, precious sculpture and appreciating its worth and value by preserving it as best they can. If that means putting fencing up around it a few nights out of the year, so be it. Better that then having it defaced by graffiti or climbed upon by drunken revelers during some nights when there are thousands and thousands of party-goers in this area. I applaud the City for protecting this sculpture in this way. Vancouver has a lot of wonderful artwork to showcase, and this particular work represents and pays homage to much of the City's cultural history and values. Truly not-to-be-missed!

The mighty monument that overlooks the beautiful English Bay. The Inukshuk is a symbol of Canada and Inuit culture. A tranquil and relaxing atmosphere to observe the moving ships and sunsets.

For my 1000th review, I wanted to review my favourite place in Vancouver. A beautiful landmark located along the English Bay Beach. I recommend you check this place out early in the morning and enjoy the fresh air. The Inukshuk is looking at sunrise with water, boats and mountains in its view. There is a seat in front to sit down and sink in the view. I highly recommend you stop by at this location.

This is a beautiful landmark along the shoreline in Vancouver. I personally have an affinity and reason to love Inukshuk but even if you don't, this incredible symbol is beautiful in many ways. The native people who live in the north, Inuits, have used this as a marker for travel routes, navigational guides, and also key point in references. Over the years, it's become more ingrained in Canadian society as a key symbol of our native people and a symbol their cultural pride. The one in Vancouver is quite large and stoic looking as it casts a large lean shadow onto the water. It is on a small mound of grass and you can get close to it... though I think the seagulls seem to think it's a perfect perch for them. Warning... they're like any birds so I wouldnt stand underneath them. I personally think the spot is gorgeous at sunset with the Inukshuk standing tall amount the oranges and reds. It's definitely worthwhile to see and take a picture. It's quite picturesque and you won't find another Inukshuk quite like it in Vancouver.

We stumbled across this as we were walking on the shoreline to get to Granville Island. I was in awe of the landmark before I even knew of it's significance. After learning it was an Aboriginal landmark, I was completely in awe. Definitely worth a stop to grab a photo with and enjoy the views of the water in the background. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Xv58tMI7hLWJSVBBliRdZA?select=C4i_DL8DJpUHfeaUqGr9bw#C4i_DL8DJpUHfeaUqGr9bw

While we were walking along in Stanley Park we saw this sculpture right on the Seawall. and had to stop by. It's a landmark apparently and I didn't realize how iconic it was to Canada until I saw it pop up more during my travels in Vancouver. The inukshuk is the ancient symbol of the Inuit culture see as a landmark and navigational aid. It also represented northern hospitality and friendship. It is a beautiful against the English Bay. I'm sure it would be spectacular to see at sunset. I'm sure it would be a sight to see through all of the seasons.

It is unfortunate that during our stay in Vancouver this statue was surrounded by fences because of the Celebration of Light festivities. I would have loved to get an unobstructed photo of this symbol of the Intuit culture with English Bay in the background.

I've been here a few times with friends from out of town so that they can take an iconic Vancouver pic. I believe that this was in place at the 2010 Olympics. Cool to see if you happen to be in the area and not too far. Come during sunrise and sunset for the best pic.

It's the logo of the Olympic -- Ilanaaq, and it can be viewed at English Bay. The stone statue is an symbol of friendship and an example of an Inukshuk which is an Aboriginal landmark. The emblem has five, stone-like formations that represent a geographical landmark that can be found in Canada. It was chosen to represent Canada because of the Inuit people's contributions to history, creativity and culture. It's a great photo-op and a must-see for anyone who hasn't seen it yet.

This was marked as a "landmark" in the Vancouver tourist map I was using to get around the city. After Googling what the "Inukshuk" was, my friend and I decided we had to make a stop since it's what the Vancouver Olympic logo was based off of. It's located a little bit south of Stanley Park; a little nondescript, but definitely noticeable when you get close to it. It's a nice little landmark to stop by. Realistically, you won't spend more than 5 to 10 minutes here, just enough time to read the plaque and snap a few pictures.

A landmark; literally and figuratively. The statue makes me think of this Marcus Aurelius quote: "Let men see, let them know, a real man, who lives as he was meant to live. " This man is pointing the way....

Even after the Olympics 2010, still a great place to bring my out of town family and friends to. A 2 for 1 picture shot, with English Bay and the sunset, a gorgeous combination, like poutine and Coke, or something like that. Does help with seating benches at this tip of land out here.

Stumbled onto this as I was strolling around the city , amazing view , and I knew of it's significance in the Olympics but not much else , other than reading fellow yelpers posts! ( the plaque on it was stolen/gone , when I visited ) , but I will definitely take a walk back here on my next visit to vancouver ( I lost all my real camera photos ) to take another photo op !

A really beautiful landmark in English Bay park. Really worth the visit to the park and especially beautiful around sunset.

this landmark is AMAZING and i completely recommend it! its a perfect symbol of Canada, and i recommend coming at sunset!