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Discover Vancouver's world-renowned Stanley Park on this 1-hour sightseeing tour. Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn vehicle and travel in comfort through the natural beauty of the 405-hectare (1,001-acre) public park. Relax to the gentle clip-clop of the horse's hooves and the fresh scents of cedar and the sea. A fun and friendly guide fully narrates this storytelling adventure, featuring the famous Totem Poles, Girl in a Wetsuit statue, the Stanley Park Rose Garden, and more.
Please kindly review before booking:
A) Tours operate on a first come first served basis. We do not take reservations for a specific departure time.
B) In the peak season there might be some wait time after the lunch hours, and unfortunately, we are not be able to guarantee seats availability after 3:00PM.
C) Check in at the Ticket Booth first is required. You will be placed on the next available tour and handed your boarding pass. You would not be able to get on the carriage without a boarding pass.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tour Departure Stations, right beside the Information Booth building, just inside the Georgia Street entrance to Stanley Park in Vancouver. Operating daily, departing approximately every 30-45 minutes, beginning at 10:00am (Mar 1 - Nov 30), and 10:30am Dec 1-15.
What to expect
The friendly and knowledgeable guide narrates the tour while traveling along Park Drive, overlooking the Seawall and the ocean. Go past the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club and Deadman's Island, also known as the HMCS Discovery, a Royal Canadian Navy Reserve. The ride includes a 5-minute stop at the famous totem poles. Feel free to get out and capture some great photos of this popular site.
Note: Please return to the same carriage to continue the tour.
The next stop is at the famous Girl in a Wetsuit Statue and the Empress of Japan Figurehead. Then the ride continues on the north side of Stanley Park with views towards North Vancouver and the Lions Gate Bridge, a suspension bridge that crosses the first narrows of Burred Inlet, connecting the City of Vancouver.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operating schedule is subject to change due to demand, weather conditions and capacity restrictions.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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