A Girlfriends’ Weekend in Langley

It starts, as most good weekends do, with a group chat that gets out of hand. Someone suggested Langley. Someone else looks it up. By Friday, you’ve got a winery booked, a dinner reservation, and absolutely no interest in heading home until Sunday evening.

Here’s one way to do Langley in 48 hours.

Day 1: Into Wine Country

Get Settled First

Before anything else, figure out where you’re sleeping. A local Airbnb or vacation rental puts you right in the countryside, where you can wake up to a rooster crowing, and for a second, you forget what day it is. 

If you’d rather have everything taken care of, Langley’s hotels have you covered with pools and parking, easy to check into, drop your bags, and be back out before anyone starts asking “where to first?”

An Afternoon in South Langley Wine Country

You’ll say you’re going to just one or two wineries. You won’t.

Wine country in Langley sits close enough together that you’re basically driving past one winery to get to the next, so you might as well stop. 

We recommend having a designated driver or booking a local tour company for the afternoon, so everyone can actually enjoy it

Glass House Estate Winery is bright, modern, and usually already busy by the time you arrive. The patio fills up quickly, but it’s the small-lot wines that make people come back; most of them you won’t find anywhere else. Make a reservation before you go.

Backyard Vineyards is an easy place to land for a while. Grab a glass, a charcuterie board, find a spot in the picnic area, and settle in. Plans tend to shift once you’re here.

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery has been around since 2001. They’re known for their sparkling, made right here from estate-grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Start with the Seven Stars Sparkling. Trust us on that one.

There are more Langley wineries if you want to keep going. 

Where to Eat Tonight

By the time the sun starts to dip, you’ll need a plan for dinner. Or at least a direction.

Depending on what the group feels like, you can stay in wine country, move into the heart of Langley, or head into Fort Langley.

If you’re still in wine country and nobody’s in a hurry to move, Bacchus Bistro at Chaberton Estate Winery is a solid choice. It’s one of the few places where you can sit down for a proper meal without leaving the vineyard. The menu is French-inspired, the portions are generous, and the patio looks straight out over the vines. It’s even better if you time it close to sunset.

If the night’s heading in a more lively direction, Haven Kitchen + Bar is a good next stop. It’s busier, louder, and built for a full night out. Cocktails coming out steady, tables packed, and a room that doesn’t really quiet down. It was also named one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in Canada, which makes sense once you’re in it. 

In Fort Langley, Saba Bistro is a small, family-run spot built around shared plates, so the table fills up quickly. The menu leans Mediterranean and Middle Eastern, with a focus on what’s in season locally. It’s a lively, close-knit room, and you’ll hear a few conversations going on alongside your own.

And if someone in the group just wants a beer and a good burger, Trading Post Eatery, in Fort Langley, does exactly that with house-brewed beer, a solid burger, and a room that’s usually full.

Day 2: Slow Mornings, Fresh Air & One Last Great Night

Start Slow

No one’s in a rush this morning. 

In Fort Langley, grab a coffee and head toward the Fraser River. It’s an easy walk from the main street, and before long, you’re on the gravel path along the water, passing benches, little lookout spots, and people doing the same thing.

If you want to move a bit more, the Fort-to-Fort Trail runs along the river for a few kilometres. It’s flat, wide, and easy to follow, so you can walk as far as you feel like and turn back when you’re done. 

If you’re staying in South Langley, take your coffee to Campbell Valley Regional Park. There are kilometres of trails through forest, open fields, and wetlands, and you can pick a short loop or keep going without really needing a plan.

Into the Village

When you’re ready for breakfast, head into Fort Langley and start at the Little White House, it’s part breakfast spot, part tea room and part shop, where you can settle in for a proper morning bite and then browse your way through antique classics and modern design finds on your way out. 

From there, just start walking. 

The main strip is short and full of unique local shops. You’ll pass a hat shop, shelves of locally made bath and honey goods, a few art and design spaces, and some antique and thrift shops that are worth a look.

Give yourself a bit of time here. You’ll use it.

Out in the Countryside

If you want to get out into the countryside, the Circle Farm Tour is a good way to do it. It’s a self-guided route, so you can pick a few stops, follow the signs, and build your own version of it as you go.

Central Park Farms is one of those stops people go out of their way for. It’s a working farm with a shop that’s built around knowing where your food actually comes from. You’ll find pasture-raised meat, eggs, and locally made goods. You’ll pick something up, then circle back once you’ve had a better look around.

Cedar Rim Nursery is one of the biggest nurseries around, but it doesn’t feel rushed. It’s spread out across greenhouses and outdoor space, so you can walk it like you would anything else out here. Plants, trees, houseplants, pots, and a few things you didn’t expect. It’s worth taking a lap before you decide you’re done.

For something a bit different, Thunderbird Show Park is worth a look. During show season, it’s open to spectators, so you can walk the grounds, grab a drink, browse a few of the shops, and settle in to watch the competitions. Even if you don’t follow equestrian sport, it’s an easy way to spend an afternoon outside, especially on Grand Prix days. If you feel like making a bit more of it, there’s a champagne lounge setup for ringside viewing. Check the calendar before you go.

Afternoon: Spa & Shopping

By mid-afternoon, if you are ready for a break, Spa Utopia is worth booking ahead. This is where you can just melt into a robe and forget about the outside world for a moment. Steam, sauna, a lounge with snacks, and couches you’ll sink into with a cup of tea and not want to leave. 

If shopping is calling, Willowbrook Mall is right there with a good mix of the stores you know and a few more unexpected finds.

One Last Dinner

Sunday night deserves a proper send-off. The Italian Osteria & Cheesebar is a great call. Start with an Aperol spritz and let the cheesebar do the rest. We’re talking locally made Golden Ears selections alongside imported Italian picks, served with crostini, olives, and marinated artichokes. The pasta is handmade, the room gets loud and lively on a weekend night, and if you close your eyes, you could be in Italy. 

If you’re after something that feels a bit more local, Beatniks Bistro in Fort Langley is set in a house from 1933 that became a restaurant, and you can still feel that with the small rooms and a patio out front. Book ahead if you’re planning to sit indoors.

For a full list of where to eat in Langley, visit Tourism Langley.

Heading home

At some point, someone checks the time and says, “We should probably go.”

It’s only about a 50-minute drive back to Vancouver, so this doesn’t have to be a once-in-a-while trip. Easy enough to do again soon.

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Vancouver is hosting seven matches at BC Place, spanning group stage games in June through a Round of 16 in early July, which means a lot of people are going to have a few extra days on their hands between matches. 

Thinking of adding Langley to your trip while you’re in Vancouver for the FIFA World Cup?

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