Top Vancouver Historical Tours

The Legendary Gastown Food tour takes you through the cobbled stone streets of Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood. Enjoy local craft beer, Japanese Kar-age style chicken, freshly made Sicilian Tortellini with local wine, tasty pork and potato croquette, crispy sweet & chili cauliflower, organic smooth soft ice cream and creamy awarding winning cheesecake! On this 2.5 hour walking food tour, you will be lead by an improv comedy actor who will share the fascinating and funny little-known stories about Vancouver and its “Wild West” history that dates back 150 years.

Get to know Vancouver’s famed food scene on a 3-hour walking and food tour of historic Gastown. Admire the architecture as you stroll through the cobbled streets with a small group. Learn about the neighborhoods storied past from your informative guide and sample Canadian classics such as tempura bacon scotch eggs, pork belly crackling, and British Columbia wine.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Vancouver's LGBTQ2+ community on this half-day walking tour. Follow a guide on a curated itinerary designed to show the history of the movement in the Canadian city, with stops at Granville Street, the Imperial Court coronations site, locations of police raids and bookstore bombings. On the way from downtown to the historic gay neighborhood of Davie Street, you'll have plenty of time to ask questions and snap photos.

Discover top city attractions on two wheels on this bike tour of downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park. Follow your guide on a route past the historic Mole Hill Community and Davie Street Village, where Vancouver's Pride Festival takes place. Spin along peaceful cycle lanes to Robson Square in downtown Vancouver then, after a quick stroll, head on the waterfront area and the Vancouver Convention Centre. Admire Jack Poole Plaza and the Olympic cauldron on route to Stanley Park, and enjoy fine views over the snow-capped mountains beyond.

Two of Vancouver’s most popular attractions are included in this tour. Take a walk on the wild side in the forest at the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Then see the world from the top as you ride the largest aerial tramway in North America--the Grouse Mountain Skyride. The tour also includes a stop at the Capilano River hatchery.

Whether you’re a Vancouver local or newcomer to the city, you will learn something new on this Art Deco and Chocolate Tasting tour of the city. Walk through the downtown core, discovering impressive Art Deco buildings. Your guide shares remarkable tales of murder, fame, and mystery. Stop at two award-winning local chocolatiers and indulge in generous tastings. Explore Vancouver’s past, architecture, and amazing chocolate.

Experience the city that sits between mountains and the ocean during this half-day, sightseeing tour of Vancouver with live onboard commentary. See how nature and urban planning blend together at the city’s parks and beaches and immerse yourself in Vancouver’s multicultural influences and food in popular neighborhoods in the city center.  

Stroll through Vancouver after dark, which allows you to beat the crowds and get a different perspective. You'll see the sights of the city lit up for the night and listen to insightful guided commentary on Vancouver's history and culture. Make a few photo stops for frame-worthy snaps and end up in the historic Gastown district (optional) to continue exploring on your own.

Victoria is a must-visit for travelers to the British Columbian coast. But many miss out due to concerns about ferries and getting around. With this day tour, you can let the experts handle all of the logistics. You’ll be picked up in Vancouver and whisked over tho Vancouver Island by ferry. There you will explore the Butchart Gardens before a larger tour of the city, which includes stops at Fisherman’s Wharf, the Inner Harbour, the Empress Hotel, Mile 0 and Chinatown.

Explore Vancouver’s diverse cuisine and culinary heritage on this 2.5-hour walking food tour of Vancouver. Follow your guide from Fratelli’s Italian Bakery into the bustling heart of Vancouver’s bustling Italian district, 'The Drive'. As you explore the streets, hear colorful tales and folklore from the area’s checkered past and gain insight into the characters that helped shape the Little Italy of today. Discover secret sites off the tourist trail, and sample authentic Italian dishes like Neapolitan pizza and Italian sausage in nine of Little Italy’s most popular cafes and restaurants.

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.

A visit to Vancouver is not complete without a trip to Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. This 14-hour combo tour first takes you through the Gulf Islands aboard a BC Ferry and then back on land on a coastal drive through James Bay, the Trans Canada Highway and Fisherman’s Wharf. Wind through downtown Victoria aboard a comfy coach and admire top landmarks including the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings and the Inner Harbour. The tour includes free time in Victoria before you’re transported back to Vancouver.

Tailor your time in Vancouver to focus on what interests you with this private, full-day, totally customizable tour that merges sightseeing with comfort and luxury. Get picked up at your hotel or cruise ship and relax as you see the city’s natural beauty and parks along the North Shore or marvel at post-impressionist paintings at an art gallery. Visit trendy neighborhoods, restaurants, markets, and breweries.

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.

New tour released Sep 2021! Follow the suggested route from the audio guide between Vancouver & Whistler, and discover the Sea to Sky Highway, one of the world's most scenic drives! The tour experience is the same in either direction. Learn about the incredible mountains towering above you and the early explorers who first found them. Discover the beauty of Murrin & Garibaldi Provincial Parks. Stop at Brandywine Falls, Squamish & Stawamus Chief Mountains. Hear about the River of Golden Dreams & and other sights at your own pace. With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. Fun audio clips will play automatically as you drive, using a live GPS map. No data is used during the tour. This tour is easy to navigate and family friendly. This audio guide will keep you and your family engaged and having fun. Each point of interest along the way has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights.

Experience the west side of Canada on this private day trip to Squamish from Vancouver. With just your family and friends (up to 11 people total), explore a gold and copper mine at the Britannia Beach Museum, see Shannon Falls — actually three times higher than Niagara Falls — and visit the Railway Heritage museum. A Sea-to-Sky gondola ride is also included.

Play a city exploration game where you search your surroundings for ways to solve fun challenges and puzzles that reveal amazing places and stories in the Old Town of Vancouver. There is no guide involved, you just follow an app and play at your own pace. Each challenge will lead you to the next place by providing you with exact directions on screen. As you solve the challenge, the story of that place is unlocked. And the next location is revealed. See ornate turn-of the century architecture Learn about landmarks from the old days of Vancouver that are still standing… and even some that are no longer. Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt. If you are part of a group, one person can purchase access for everybody by selecting the total number of people. All group members will be able to play the city game on their smartphones. Alternatively, each person can purchase their own ticket. Join the game!

Enjoy a 2 hour excursion to Vancouver’s iconic locations, Gastown, Chinatown, Canada Place and Convention Center. Led by an experienced photographer and tour guide, you’ll learn to take amazing photos of the locations’ best spots and learn their history, especially at night time. You will walk through the cobble-stoned streets of Gastown with its famous Steam Clock, followed by a tour of Chinatown as well as other hidden gems. You’ll end the tour with a glimpse of the city’s best dining and watering holes, as well as recommendations for other spots perfect for night photography. For photos, we'll cover techniques like long exposure for DSLR cameras as well night shots with camera phones. Alternatively, we can do photo shoots instead of learning photography if that's your interest. The best camera to bring are DSLRs but you’re also free to use your camera phone. Comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing, camera (any kind) and a sense of adventure required!

Combine city sights with Alpine splendor on a private 10-hour tour of Vancouver highlights including Grouse Mountain and Stanley Park. Tick off top attractions such as Vancouver Chinatown, Queen Elizabeth Park — home to the highest lookout point in the city — and Gastown before crossing Lions Gate Bridge to the vertiginous Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Plus, you’ll visit Grouse Mountain, take the Skyride to the summit, and see endangered grizzly bears in the nature reserve. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive! Using GPS, our fun game show host like tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure! Enhance your drive between destinations, or use as a one way stand alone tour. Hear about stop-worthy things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more. Over 55 points of interest will keep you entertained and take your road trip to the next level! Route. Trans-Canada Highway 1 & the Coquihalla Highway 5 between Kamloops & Vancouver. Travel in either direction. Freedom. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along the route. Hands Free. Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour. Trivia Fun. Each point of interest has a fun trivia question included in the audio. Keep score or just listen! Inexpensive. Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.

On This Spot takes people on guided walking tours through the history that surrounds them. Our unique then-and-now photos ignite people’s curiosity, while comprehensive walking tours examine a limitless range of historical themes. On This Spot makes history engaging, educational, and accessible to anyone with a mobile device. Join us for a guided tour of Vancouver's Stanley Park. Vancouver's Stanley Park is the largest old growth park in a downtown metro city where residents, tourists, and visitors can walk the entire perimeter of the park on Vancouver's seawall.

Enjoy a private small group tour of Vancouver City and area. Experience Vancouver on this program including VanDusen Garden admission.

Visit Fort Langley and Fraser Valley vineyards on a private tour that goes from history to wine tasting. The private format offers flexibility to experience the picturesque region at your own pace, with plenty of time to enjoy the things that interest you. Included stops feature the Fraser Valley’s oldest vineyard, Fort Langley National Historic Site, and a town center packed with quaint shops and storefronts.

Vancouver is Canada’s most populous city and from Granville Island market and Vanrie Park to long, sandy beaches and historic structures, our local host will show you the pick of the best. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.