VANCOUVER
Vancouver’s best days out.
The 15 most popular walking tours right now, with what each trip actually includes, who runs it and what it costs to book.
A 1.5-hour gothic theatrical walking tour through Vancouver’s Gastown, mixing real dark history with character storytelling at key landmarks.
Most Popular“Our tour was outstanding. Our guide was an amazing storyteller. We leaned a lot about Vancouver history and just over an hour was perfect. We had the added benefit of it being Halloween so lots of fun costumes to see.”
Vancouver Chinatown with an off-duty chef: tea, cookware and herbal medicine stops, a peaceful garden visit, and an included dim sum lunch.
“This experience felt like a lost episode of Parts Unknown. It wasn't just a meal; it was a dive into the history of the Chinese experience in Canada—a story that felt hauntingly familiar yet distinctly its own. It served as a poignant reminder that the grass isn't always greener, and the struggles within Asian communities…”
A 90-minute Prohibition-themed walk through Gastown and downtown Vancouver, with real landmarks, funny mob stories, and skyline views.
“Took the tour with Glenn. Great storyteller and he even dressed up for the walk! Awesome experience.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Vancouver’s LGBTQ2+ milestones, led by Glenn, from the West End to Davie Street.
“What an amazing tour! Glenn is a masterful storyteller who weaves together a unified history of the community and city. He honors the lives of real people in a deeply insightful way. We laughed, we cried and we learned a lot. I would recommend this tour to anyone interested in a deeper understanding of Vancouver.”
3-hour Vancouver walk for $5 booking fee: waterfront, landmark architecture, and Gastown plus practical food and nightlife tips.
“Easy walking tour but a bit lacking in seating for people like me with back and knee problems.”
Small-group 3-hour walk in Stanley Park with Colin Spratt, spotting ancient trees, learning forest history, and seeing archive photos and maps.
“The ancient trees of Stanley Park were mind blowing - as was the tour guide. He was truly amazing - entertaining, educational, passionate about everything related to trees and Vancouver. This tour was the highlight of our time in Alaska and Vancouver.”
A 2-hour guided Stanley Park walking tour with eerie island stories, totem-pole context, and top views from the Seawall.
“This tour offers a great historical perspective on how Stanley Park came to be and includes some of the more sordid historical events affecting indigenous peoples. Our guide, Ashlyn, was an excellent story teller...animated, humorous, and well informed. She was a delight and made the 2 hour tour fly by.”
Private Vancouver walking tour with a local guide. Meet at the Subway, get a tailored route in 2–6 hours, plus local tips.
A 2-hour Downtown Vancouver donut walk with guided city stories, multiple tastings, and a sweet finish in Gastown.
“Wow, donuts and some history. What a great way to spend a couple of hours. Had some old familiar donuts as well as new to me. All good even the tiramisu and that is from a non coffee lover.”
Walk Beaver Lake with a Coast Salish cultural ambassador in Stanley Park. Easy 90 minutes, plant stories, and Talaysay Hush Tea included.
“Guide was very knowledgeable and shared so much historical information as well as information about plants/trees area.”
A 3-hour Vancouver walk pairing street art from the Vancouver Mural Festival with craft beer stops at local breweries and studios for a fun afternoon.
“A wonderful day with Alexis learning about history, seeing beautiful street art and great beer too . We learned so much from Alexis, she was personable and polite and a great guide. Would definitely recommend this tour to others.”
North Vancouver food walk with Seabus ferry views, Lonsdale Quay market tastings, shipyards stops, and included local drinks.
“Lots of good history of the area along with many tasty bites. Rachel was very knowledgeable and fun!”
A 3-hour downtown Vancouver food and city-history walk with porchetta, poutine, sushi, butter tart, and Gastown sights.
3-hour walk through Vancouver’s Olympic Village, Beaumont Studios coffee tastings, and Mount Pleasant street art—small group, great value.
“Guide fantastique, il m’a fait découvrir une partie méconnue de Vancouver, street art incroyable, Best Coffee ever, thank you Alexis”
Private 3-hour Vancouver walk with a local guide. Gastown steam clock, Marine Building, Terry Fox, and mountain views at Canada Place.
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