Shopping in Burnaby
Shopping in Burnaby isn’t one-size-fits-all. With large shopping centres like Metropolis at Metrotown,
neighbourhood shops, and independent boutiques, shopping in Burnaby makes it easy to get what you want, when you want it.
Burnaby’s shopping scene spans the full spectrum. Metropolis at Metrotown anchors the city with BC’s largest mall and an anything-you-need energy, while The Amazing Brentwood leans contemporary, with fashion-forward brands, dining, and a sleek, urban feel. For something more specific, Crystal Mall delivers a traditional Asian market experience packed with food stalls and specialty shops, and Burnaby Heights rewards wandering with independent boutiques, bakeries, and long-standing local businesses along one of the city’s most character-rich stretches.
Burnaby’s premier retail hubs include Metropolis at Metrotown, BC’s largest mall with 330+ stores, and The Amazing Brentwood, a 28-acre destination at Lougheed Highway. The City of Lougheed serves the northeast with 160+ shops, all featuring direct transit access via the SkyTrain’s Expo and Millennium lines.
Burnaby Heights on Hastings Street is the city’s primary destination for shopping local, boasting more than 100 independent merchants and legacy businesses like the century-old Valley Bakery.
Absolutely. Crystal Mall is the go-to, known for its fresh seafood and butcher counters, hard-to-find ingredients, and more than 100 stalls selling herbal remedies, regional snacks, and packed food court. It’s the place locals-in-the-know go to shop.
Burnaby’s biggest shopping destinations sit right on the SkyTrain, so you can step off the platform and straight into Metropolis at Metrotown or The Amazing Brentwood without braving the weather. A frequent TransLink network fills in the rest, linking malls, neighbourhoods, and local shops across the city, all without needing a car.
SHOPPING IN BURNABY
Behind Burnaby’s food and drink scene are the people who cook, serve, and gather here every day. Neighbourhood spots, family-run kitchens, and casual cafés bring global flavours together with everyday favourites, giving you plenty to try and even more reasons to come back.
Shopping by
Neighbourhood
Shopping in Burnaby is spread across five districts, with each sharing local shops, markets, and plazas, so everyday errands and unexpected finds are close to hand (and wallet).
THE AMAZING BRENTWOOD
The Amazing Brentwood feels more like a neighbourhood than a shopping destination. Retail, restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor spaces stretch out around Brentwood SkyTrain station, making it easy to get to, wander and stay awhile.
BURNABY HEIGHTS
Burnaby Heights feels like its own little world along Hastings Street, with boutiques, bakeries, and cafés that reflect evolving tastes. With family-run spots and little gems around every corner, it’s a place worth exploring on foot.
Metropolis at Metrotown
Metropolis at Metrotown is BC’s biggest largest mall, where hundreds of stores, dining spots, and entertainment options sit under one roof. With everything from popular global brands to delicious eats and a movie theatre, it’s easy to spend an afternoon or a whole day exploring.
City of Lougheed
At the heart of northeast Burnaby, The City of Lougheed pairs easy access via SkyTrain with a mix of retail, casual dining, everyday services, and plazas. It’s the sort of place where you can handle errands, grab a bite, and hang out without many detours.
CRYSTAL MALL
Crystal Mall is one of Burnaby’s go-to spots for Asian shopping and eats, with a mix of specialty shops, and a buzzing food court stacked with noodle stalls, dim sum favourites, bubble tea, and street-food gems.
