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- German
- English
Get to know Vancouver on a tip-based walking tour. In just a few hours, explore the downtown highlights from the vibrant waterfront at Coal Harbour to historic Gastown with its cobblestone streets and Steam Clock, while learning about the history, Indigenous heritage, and culture that define the city.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy Coal Harbour’s waterfront views.
- Learn about Indigenous heritage woven into the city’s history and present
- Admire striking architecture, from Art Deco gems to modern glass towers
- Walk through the lively heart of downtown
- Visit Gastown, the city’s birthplace with cobblestone streets and the iconic Steam Clock
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at Canada Place (across the street from the Welcome Centre). Your guide will hold a red umbrella. Please try to arrive 15 minutes early.
The tour will end at the city's main transit hub from where you can take off to your next adventure by train, bus or Seabus. To return back to our meeting point at Canada Place, it's only a 2 min walk.
Itinerary
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1Canada Place
Canada Place, home to the Vancouver Convention Centre West and East, offers sweeping views of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore Mountains.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Our next stop is the Marine Building, still one of the most photographed heritage sites in Vancouver.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We're right in the heart of downtown. Around us, you'll find the Vancouver Art Gallery, the Provincial Law Courts and UBC's downtown campus.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
We take a midway coffee and washroom break at one of the city's most iconic buildings.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Hear the story of a great Canadian hero.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Steam Clock
Learn about the founding of the town and see the Steam clock chime.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We end our tour at the city's main transit hub from where you can take off to your next adventure.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
- Restrooms at the Canada Place Convention Centre or during the break.
- The tour is wheelchair accessible but is not recommended for those who cannot walk or stand for long periods of time.
- Walk-ups are welcome, space permitting. It is recommended to book the tour online to reserve your spot.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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