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Downtown Vancouver & Gastown Highlights
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Duration
1h 30min
Meeting point
Robson Square
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Explore Vancouver through the eyes of a local! On this tour, you won't just see the city; you'll understand its evolution, from its roots as a small logging settlement to becoming a cosmopolitan gem.
What you'll experience on this tour:
• Downtown Icons: Walk through Robson Square and enjoy the energy of the Waterfront. Plus, visit the only traditional totems in the downtown area, symbols of the many Indigenous nations that call Canada home.
• A Journey Through Time in Gastown: Step into the city's oldest neighborhood. Hear the iconic whistle of the famous steam clock and get captivated by the stories hidden in its cobblestone streets.
• Culture and Diversity: Connect with the soul of Vancouver by learning about the diverse communities that live here, with a special focus on the Indigenous peoples who have been here for millennia.
• Past vs. Present: For a complete immersion, your guide will show you historical photographs so you can compare how the landscapes have changed.
What you'll experience on this tour:
• Downtown Icons: Walk through Robson Square and enjoy the energy of the Waterfront. Plus, visit the only traditional totems in the downtown area, symbols of the many Indigenous nations that call Canada home.
• A Journey Through Time in Gastown: Step into the city's oldest neighborhood. Hear the iconic whistle of the famous steam clock and get captivated by the stories hidden in its cobblestone streets.
• Culture and Diversity: Connect with the soul of Vancouver by learning about the diverse communities that live here, with a special focus on the Indigenous peoples who have been here for millennia.
• Past vs. Present: For a complete immersion, your guide will show you historical photographs so you can compare how the landscapes have changed.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 3 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Gastown Steam Clock
- Waterfront Station
- Canada Place
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Marine Building
- MAPLE LEAF SQUARE
- Robson Square
On arrival
Your guide will be standing at the bottom of the stairs in Robson Square that are attached to the Vancouver Art Gallery. Your guide will be wearing a grey backpack and orange shirt.
Things to note
This tour will end at Maple Tree Square in Gastown, about 1.5km from the starting point.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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