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One of Vancouver’s oldest and buzziest districts, Gastown is packed with Victorian architecture and cobbled streets. Named after John “Gassy Jack” Deighton, an English mariner who opened a saloon in the area in the 19th century, the district is filled with heritage buildings now hosting boutiques, coffee shops, hip restaurants, and bars.
The Basics
Because of its rich history and attractive architecture, Gastown is a big draw for visitors to Vancouver. The neighborhood is explored on many walking tours, during which guides explain its Wild West origins and point out key sights, such as the 1910-built Dominion Building, Vancouver’s first high-rise, and the Gassy Jack Statue.
The district’s historic buildings and neon signs make it a go-to on photography tours of Vancouver, while its thriving restaurant scene ensures its inclusion on many food tours. Gastown’s long and checkered history also makes it a common stomping ground for ghost tour groups and guides focusing on Vancouver’s illicit prohibition-era past. Many walking tours cover ground in both Gastown and neighboring Chinatown.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Gastown is a must-visit for history buffs, foodies, and shoppers.
- Wear comfortable shoes; Gastown rewards those who explore on foot.
- Water, Hastings, and Carrall streets are the main thoroughfares in the neighborhood, which is best explored on foot.
- Though there are some mild inclines and uneven surfaces, Gastown is mostly wheelchair accessible.
How to Get There
Gastown is located on the northeast edge of Downtown Vancouver, just southeast of Canada Place. The nearest transit station is Waterfront, which is served by the SkyTrain (Expo and Canada lines), the SeaBus passenger ferry, and the West Coast Express commuter rail service. Or, arrive as part of a tour that includes transportation.
When to Get There
Gastown is a busy downtown district and is most crowded in the evenings and on weekends. If you want to experience Gastown at its calmest, try coming midmorning midweek or in early morning on the weekend. One of the best times to visit is at night, when the district’s many craft beer bars and cocktail dens come alive.
What to See in Gastown
Gastown’s must-see sights are historic in nature. At Water Street, see Byrnes Block, a former luxury hotel. One of Vancouver’s oldest brick building, it was constructed in the late 19th century shortly after the 1886 Great Fire destroyed much of the city. At the corner of Water and Powell streets is another former hotel, the 6-story flatiron-style Hotel Europe. Also on Water Street is Gastown’s frequently photographed steam clock, which chimes every 15 minutes.
Address: Water Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Admission: Free
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YVR Layover -- Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour
Why hang out at the airport for four hours when you can see the best of downtown Vancouver instead? I will meet you at the airport, we will take you with AC Mini van to downtown, then Sightseeing around the most beautiful city in North America! You will see our local mountains, and the ocean, the two elements that make Vancouver so unique: and our beautiful street vistas. We will make our way to False Creek and hop on a False Creek Ferry to Granville Island, the jewel of Vancouver. Then back we go to the airport and, if you have enough time, we can Sightseeing through the airport which has one of the premier collections in the world of west coast indigenous art. All travel expenses are included.
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$99 Vancouver 2 Hours City Tour Private
If time is limited and you have not seen Vancouver before, this is the tour for you.
Welcome to this beautiful city. Sit back and relax in the comfort of a Luxary Mini Van. Enjoy finding out why the 'Economist' ranked Vancouver one of world's most livable cities.
This tour of Vancouver's highlights is both informative and fun. Bring your camera and we'll be sure to get some excellent shots.
We will stop at some of the city's most famous attractions such as Gastown, Chinatown, Granville Island, and Stanley Park. You will have an opportunity to see the market, stroll on the seawall, stop for great photo vistas, walk through beautiful gardens, and much more. Plan to have a wonderfull exploring this beautiful city.
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Private Instagramming Tour in Vancouver
If you're passionate about photography—and love sharing vacation shots with your social media followers—then you know how tough it can be to find the most photogenic spots when you travel. Don't worry about a thing with this private Instagram-ready Vancouver photo tour, complete with a guide to lead the way. Uncover the city's hidden gems, likes lakes, lighthouses, and even floating homes. As you explore, take great photos, and unleash your inner shutterbug.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
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Vancouver Delight ; 7 Hour >18 Attractions City Tour
Get to know what makes Vancouver one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world on this 7 hour guided tour Your driver-guide provides engaging insight into Vancouver’s mix of cultures and modern city planning. This small-group tour, limited to just 6 people, includes round-trip hotel transport .
Vancouver Delight Full Day City Tour covers 18 stops and let you explore the city in a flexible way. Make yourself comfortable on the Mini Van and explore whole of the city in only 7 Hours.The Speciality of the tour is inclusion of 18 Attraction, false creek andQueen Elizabeith Park
Attractions on the Vancouver Delight Tour:
Gastown / Canada Place / Robson Street / Coal Harbour Marina / Stanley Park / Yealtown/BC Place /Granville Island/ English Bay / Convention Centre /Water front/ Downtown/ Yaletown / False Creek/ Vancouver ChinaTown / Lion Gate Bridge // Commercial Drive / Queen Elizabaith Park
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Vancouver City Finest and Social Wine tasting Private Tour
This private tour is a combination of two tours that I provide:
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Gastown, the origins of Vancouver
On our Gastown tour, you will discover the origins of the city of Vancouver and this iconic neighborhood, named as the fourth most stylish neighborhood in the world.
We will explore the alleys where murky business was happening during the dry law, in addition to the historic buildings of the early twentieth century.
Immerse yourself with our tour in the history of this young city and take advantage of your stay in Vancouver learning history in the best way with a local guide.
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Vancouver City Tour with Taste of India
We provide custom tailor tour made including the Vancouver Lookout. Our Vancouver Day Tour is intended to cover major Spots in Vancouver like:
i) Downtown
ii) Chinatown
iii) Robson St
iv) Gastown
v) Stanley Park
vi) English Bay
vii) False Creek
viii) Canada Place
ix) Coal Harbor
x) Granville Island
xii) Vancouver convention centre xiii) Yale town
x!!!!} Vancouver Lookout
The main Attraction would include the tour and tickets for Vancouver lookout and Our Lunch menu is inspired Specialty meat dishes including butter chicken and lamb curry and lots of fresh daily Vegan & vegetarian options, seasoned with a custom blend of spices as the key attractions for lunch The Lunch menu has over 70 food items to choose from with a perfect blend of vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisines. We offers a spectacular ambience for just having cocatails at our mega bar, for our different customer spectawhich will give you a chance to see the entirety of Canada without leaving Vancouver.
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Vancouver Shore Excursion;Pre-Cruise Beautiful city Tour With Port Drop Off
Have a few hours to kill in Vancouver before your cruise? Then opt for a city Highlights Tour and Uncover the best of the Beautiful British columbia before being transported directly to the cruise terminal to join your ship; your luggage is transported with you so there is no need to worry about taxis and transfers.
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Vancouver Sightseeing Best Day Tour Private
Want to see the city Enjoy a city sightseeing tour from the comfort of one of our luxury vehicles. Our driver cum guides are experts feel free to ask them anything. Tour all the finest parts of Vancouver, including Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown, Granville Island, and more. We have half-day and full-day tours available, and all tours are fully customizable. Once you've booked, want to go somewhere, just ask!
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Whistler winter adventure tour
Whistler is magnetic. From the unmatched alpine terrain to the endless options of the Village, West Coast beauty, passionate community and refined experiences make every visit unique.
Bobsleigh Experience is one of Whistler's most unique activities! No previous experience is required. After an orientation, you will slide in a real bobsleigh, steered by a trained pilot. You and your team will race through ten twists and turns at speeds of 125+ km/hr and feel the acceleration of up to 4 g-forces.Bobsleigh runs rain, snow or shine so it’s the perfect addition to your time in Whistler, whatever the weather
Note: to book a Bobsleigh you need to be 19+ (14 if riding with an adult) years of age or older, weight between 90lbs and 285lbs with your winter clothes and be between 4'6" and 6'8" in height.
After the orientation, you will be shuttled to your start position about two thirds up the track, where you will be fitted with a helmet, and,start to enjoy Bobsleigh
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Pre Cruise Vancouver City Tour
Get to know what makes Vancouver one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world on this hour guided tour Your driver-guide provides engaging insight into Vancouver’s mix of cultures and modern city planning. This small-group tour, limited to just 6 people, includes round-trip hotel transport .
Vancouver pre cruise City Tour covers all major stops and let you explore the city in a flexible way. Make yourself comfortable on the Mini Van and explore whole of the city in only 5 Hours.The Speciality of the tour is inclusion of admission tickets of Vancouver Lookout andQueen Elizabeith Park
Attractions on the Vancouver Pre Cruise Tour:
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Vancouver Romantic Couple Luxury Tour Private
If you are looking for a destination where you can spend time and cuddle with your beloved, then Vancouver awaits you with wide arms open! Vancouver is the city of Love.This tour is especially designed for Romantic couples.Our Driver Guide Welcome Guest with Red Roses.and then drive luxary .Car For Vancouver Sightseeing for all Hot Love attractions
In this Tour We Offer---
Stanley Park Best Couple Spot.
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Sip Non Alcoholic Shamepane in Sunset Beach
See Ring Game in Robson ring
Adventure in peak of Grouse Mountain
Couple Gift Hamper
And if this is what you are looking for, its time that you surprise your beloved with a well-planned and most importantly a lovey-dovey holiday!
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3 hours Accessible Private Tour - Vancouver City Highlight (up to 4 passengers)
Tour the city of Vancouver in style in our Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle with your own personal chauffeur guide offer exclusively by KJ Limousine. Accessible passenger gets to enjoy the magnificent view up front next to the driver seat, with 3 additional passengers seat at the back.
KJ Limousine's experienced and knowledgeable chauffeurs will show the most fascination areas of this unique and vibrant city in comfort and elegance.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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Walk in Vancouver like a local
Discover Vancouver’s architecture, history and culture with a local storyteller guide. In just two hours get to know everything you need to know about the largest city in British Columbia. As you walk through Chinatown, Gastown, Financial district and Canada place, learn everything about Vancouver history and modern living as well. The tour ends close to few great restaurants and just in time for lunch.
Our guide will be guiding you and taking photos of you so you will bring home beautiful memories.
◆ Guided tour with a local storyteller
◆ Everything you need to know about Vancouver in just two hours
◆ Small-group tour limited to 10 people ensures a most memorable experience
Looking forward to meeting you!
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Vancouver City Finest Private Tour
Avoid being tied down to a fixed itinerary and schedule, and see Vancouver at your own pace on this flexible private tour. Your guide can plan a route that helps you avoid the crowds and heavy traffic, ensuring you cover the major highlights such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, and Queen Elizabeth Park, and much more besides.
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Full Day Best of Vancouver Private City Tour and Beer Tasting
Raise your glass for a full day of craft beer tasting and sightseeing 8-hour private city tour of Vancouver. Explore Vancouver attractions like Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, and more in the morning. Then spend the afternoon toasting your adventures during a tasting tour visiting several of the city’s best craft brewers. All entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport in a private limo are included.
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Vancouver City Tour with Indian Meal ( 70 Items Eat as much as you can)
We provide custom tailor tour made including the Vancouver Lookout. Our Vancouver Day Tour is intended to cover major Spots in Vancouver like:
i) Downtown
ii) Chinatown
iii) Robson St
iv) Gastown
v) Stanley Park
vi) English Bay
vii) False Creek
viii) Canada Place
ix) Coal Harbor
x) Granville Island
xii) Vancouver convention centre xiii) Yale town
x!!!!} Vancouver Lookout
The main Attraction would include the tour and tickets for Vancouver lookout and Our Lunch menu is inspired Specialty meat dishes including butter chicken and lamb curry and lots of fresh daily Vegan & vegetarian options, seasoned with a custom blend of spices as the key attractions for lunch The Lunch menu has over 70 food items to choose from with a perfect blend of vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisines. We offers a spectacular ambience for just having cocatails at our mega bar, for our different customer spectawhich will give you a chance to see the entirety of Canada without leaving Vancouver.
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"Wonderful Vancouver" - full day all highlights city tour in russian language
See magnificent Vancouver incl. Capilano suspencion bridge in one full day
IN RUSSIAN LANGUAGE (fluent, Guide born in Russia).
You have a choice of a private tour (2 persons) or a small group of up to 6.
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Vancouver Canada City Indepth Tour Private
Get to know what makes Vancouver one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world on this 7 hour guided tour Your driver-guide provides engaging insight into Vancouver’s mix of cultures and modern city planning. This small-group tour, limited to just 6 people, includes round-trip hotel transport .
Vancouver Canada City Tour covers 18 stops and let you explore the city in a flexible way. Make yourself comfortable on the Mini Van and explore whole of the city in only 9 Hours.The Speciality of the tour is inclusion of admission tickets of Vancouver Lookout , false creek andQueen Elizabeith Park
Attractions on the Vancouver Canada Tour:
Gastown / Canada Place / Robson Street / Coal Harbour Marina / Stanley Park / Yealtown/BC Place / Vancouver Lookout /Granville Island/ English Bay / Convention Centre /Water front/ Downtown/ Yaletown / False Creek/ Vancouver ChinaTown / Lion Gate Bridge / Science World / Commercial Drive / Queen Elizabaith Park
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Vancouver City Sightseeing Private and Aquabus False Creek Ferry Ride
Vancouver City Sightseeing tour hop on Vancouver’s AquaBus Ferry at any of the eight top destinations along False Creek to experience downtown Vancouver in a fun, scenic, relaxing way.
Aboard a comfortable vessel, sit back, relax and enjoy beautiful waterfront views as you’re delivered to top Vancouver attractions such as Granville Island, Hornby Street, Yaletown, Plaza of Nations and The Village. Hop off at any destination you like for some shopping, dining, sightseeing and entertainment -- all at your own pace.
On Granville Island, browse artist galleries and visit the Public Market to shop for fresh produce. There are also plenty of activities here for families and children, including the Kids Only Market.
Stop at Yaletown, Vancouver’s trendy, upscale warehouse district full of shops, nightclubs and bistros, and hop off at The Village for some great restaurants.
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99$ Pre/Post-Cruise Vancouver Unique City Tour
This is Specially designed for Cruise Passengers.In this Pre/Post Cruise Transfer with Vancouver City tour If time is limited and you have not seen Vancouver before, this is the tour for you.
Welcome to this beautiful city. Sit back and relax in the comfort of a Luxury Mini Van. Enjoy finding out why the 'Economist' ranked Vancouver one of world's most livable cities.
This tour of Vancouver's highlights is both informative and fun. Bring your camera and we'll be sure to get some excellent shots.
We will stop at some of the city's most famous attractions such as Gastown, Chinatown, Granville Island, Stanley Park. You will have an opportunity to see the market, stroll on the seawall, stop for great photo vistas, walk through beautiful gardens, and much more. Plan to have a wonderfull exploring this beautiful city.In addition to this you will be well be received(Meet and Greet Service)from Either Airport/Cruise port and you will be transferred with your luggage to Cruise port/Airport
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Vancouver Historical City Tour Private
You will be met by your private guide at your hotel, at any location arranged in Downtown Vancouver, or at the cruise ship terminal, Canada Place.
From Downtown,after seeing Dr Sun Yet Sen Chinese Botinical Garden you will proceed towards Highway 99, cross the Arthur Laing Bridge, and head into the suburb of Richmond. At Steveston, you will visit the Slocations in the village, including the Post Office, Granny's Diner, Cannery, Standard Clocks, and Fish & Chips.see Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historical site.
Steveston Heritage fishing village.Explore other quaint shops, bakeries, and museums including Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site and London Heritage Farm. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Gerrey Point Park. For lunch, treat yourself to some of the freshest and tastiest seafood.
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Vancouver Scavenger Hunt: Red Bricks & Gold Dragons
Looking for fun things to do in Vancouver?
Try a Vancouver photo scavenger hunt. On Red Bricks & Gold Dragons you will be going on an enthralling tour around Vancouver checking out the art, history, and culture along the way. You’ll see groups of friends competing to unearth fun facts, taking ridiculous pictures, and deciding who will be the next scavenger hunt champion! This is the ultimate small group activity.
A few highlights of the scavenger hunt include: Gastown, BC Place, Chinatown Gate.
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Vancouver ALL IN ONE 5-STAR Full Day City Tour with 20 Attractions
Get to know what makes Vancouver one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world on this 9-10 hour guided tour Your driver-guide provides engaging insight into Vancouver’s mix of cultures and modern city planning. This small-group tour, limited to just 6 people, includes round-trip hotel transport .
Vancouver ALL IN ONE Full Day City Tour covers 20 stops and let you explore the city in a flexible way. Make yourself comfortable on the Mini Van and explore whole of the city in only 9 Hours.The Speciality of the tour is inclusion of admission tickets of Vancouver Lookout , false creek andQueen Elizabeith Park
Attractions on the Vancouver ALL IN ONE Tour:
Gastown / Canada Place / Robson Street / Coal Harbour Marina / Stanley Park / Yealtown/BC Place / Vancouver Lookout /Granville Island/ English Bay / Convention Centre /Water front/ Downtown/ Yaletown / False Creek/ Vancouver ChinaTown / Lion Gate Bridge / Science World / Commercial Drive / Queen Elizabaith Park
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