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240 E Cordova St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 1L3, Canada
Get your discount tickets for the Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown, save up to 13% !
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Overview
Our online walking tours allow you to explore Vancouver at your own pace, on your own schedule. Our lightweight web app works on any device with a modern web browser. Start and stop when you like, grab a coffee, and continue when you are ready. 100% Human Generated, no AI Content. Updated for 2026. Your virtual host, Chris King, has been living in Vancouver for 20 years and is excited to give you a unique look into the most interesting aspects of his city. Our routes combine historical context, modern events, and local interpretation to provide an interesting and fun experience for tourists, new Canadians, and lifelong locals. Routes are available in English and French Audio is English only Data Connection is recommended - Offline Mode available
Meeting and Pickup
When you get here, choose "Start this Route" in the web app and start whenever you are ready.
End Point
The Gastown tour ends at Victory Square in Gastown.
Redemption Instructions
Use this url to unlock the VanWalks premium content in your favourite browser: https://map.vanwalks.ca/?a=dQV0IKxw7d VanWalks routes are meant to be enjoyed at your own pace and your own schedule. When you are ready, click the "Start this Route" button and you can embark on your adventure. To get the most out of VanWalks, check the "How To" and "Tips" sections in the About `question mark` menu of the VanWalks web app (map.vanwalks.ca) A data connection is recommended but Offline Mode can be used to download the routes in advance with a wifi connection. Then you can walk the route using static maps and not need a data connection. Thank you so much for your purchase. Please email info@vanwalks.ca if you have any comments or questions.
Language Offered
English-AUDIO
English-WRITTEN
French-WRITTEN
Itinerary
1. Learn about Waterfront Station, one of the most haunted buildings in the city.
2. With it's iconic tower and famous exterior facing elevators, Harbour Centre is one of the first landmarks people notice in Vancouver
3. Learn about the oldest and most famous Steam Clock in the world! It's not as old as you might guess.
4. Once the site of public executions in Vancouver, Blood Alley now hosts some trendy restaurants.
5. Maple Tree Square is one of the most important intersections in Vancouver. The first pub that kicked off Vancouver was opened here by Gassy Jack. And more recently his statue was torn down by protestors. Find out why on the tour!
6. The Hotel Europe was the fanciest building in town when it was new. When a nicer hotel opened downtown, it became a brothel.
7. Built in a former coroner's office, the Police Museum has lots to see. There is a whole room for confiscated weapons, and the morgue room has a whole wall of preserved tissue samples,
8. Woodward's was Canada's foremost department store for a long time. Find out why the locals were so sad when it closed and how the redevelopment affected the neighbourhood.
9. Vancouver's oldest operating pub has survived prohibition and so much more!
10. The Dominion Building was the tallest in the British Empire when is was finished, but it only held that honour for two years before another nearby building was completed,
11. Learn about this important park and how Canada's contributions in the World Wars helped build our identity as a nation.
Inclusion
Gastown Walking Route Premium Content
Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes
Exclusion
Mobile Device
Headphones
Mobile Data
Extra Battery Pack
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews
3.8
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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