Discover Vancouver’s hidden gems on a walking tour from Coal Harbour to historic Gastown. Explore secret routes, iconic landmarks, and rich history.
Discover Vancouver’s hidden gems on a walking tour from Coal Harbour to historic Gastown. Explore secret routes, iconic landmarks, and rich history.
- Canada Place - The tour begins at Canada Place, one of the city’s most distinctive structures.
- Vancouver Convention Centre - A secret tunnel leads to the Convention Centre, a significant building offering the best views of Coal Harbour. Visitors will see remarkable landmarks such as The Port of Vancouver, the North Shore Mountains, Stanley…
- Canada Place - The tour begins at Canada Place, one of the city’s most distinctive structures.
- Vancouver Convention Centre - A secret tunnel leads to the Convention Centre, a significant building offering the best views of Coal Harbour. Visitors will see remarkable landmarks such as The Port of Vancouver, the North Shore Mountains, Stanley Park, Deadman’s Island, the Lion’s Gate Bridge, The Lions Mountains, and notably, the Big Yellow Sulphur Pile.
- Stanley Park - Enjoy views of the world’s greatest park.
- Coal Harbour - Experience the unique and breathtaking urban waterfront setting.
- Olympic Cauldron - Witness the torches created for the 2010 Olympics.
- Marine Building - Admire one of the world’s premier examples of Art Deco architecture.
- Waterfront Station - Discover Vancouver’s early history and how the railroad’s completion transformed Canada and the world.
- Gastown - Explore Water Street, Vancouver’s oldest and most fascinating street. Learn about Water St’s decline in the early 20th century and Gastown’s historic revival in the 1970s.
- Steam Clock - Visit the centerpiece of Gastown’s rejuvenation, the Gastown Steam Clock. The tour is timed to be at the Steam Clock at noon for optimal steam performance from this unique landmark.
- Maple Tree Square - Walk along Water St to Maple Tree Square, a pivotal intersection in early Vancouver history. See where Gassy Jack opened his first bar, sparking the idea of a town called Vancouver, and learn why the Gassy Jack statue was removed by protesters.
- Blood Alley - Maple Tree Square also hosts Blood Alley, featuring some of Vancouver’s oldest standing buildings. Explore the fascinating architecture and learn about Vancouver’s early history.
- Woodward’s Building - Visit the center of current gentrification efforts in Gastown and understand why these efforts haven’t progressed as expected.
- Victory Square - Victory Square holds great historical significance in Vancouver. It was the origin of the great fire that razed the town and the starting point for its reconstruction. It also served as the first railroad terminus and housed the first courthouse.

- View of Vancouver landmarks
- Knowledgeable and Friendly Local Guide
- View of Vancouver landmarks
- Knowledgeable and Friendly Local Guide
- Meals
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Meals
- Snacks
- Gratuities
The tour begins at Canada Place, a landmark in Vancouver. Participants will journey through a secret tunnel to the Convention Centre, offering stunning views of Coal Harbour, including the Port of Vancouver, North Shore Mountains, Stanley Park, Lion’s Gate Bridge, and the Big Yellow Sulphur Pile.
Another hidden path will showcase the Convention Centre’s…
The tour begins at Canada Place, a landmark in Vancouver. Participants will journey through a secret tunnel to the Convention Centre, offering stunning views of Coal Harbour, including the Port of Vancouver, North Shore Mountains, Stanley Park, Lion’s Gate Bridge, and the Big Yellow Sulphur Pile.
Another hidden path will showcase the Convention Centre’s green roof and the Olympic Cauldron. On the way to Gastown, the tour will pass by the Marine Building and Waterfront Station.
In Gastown, the tour will explore Water Street, the oldest street in Vancouver, and learn about its decline and revitalization in the 1970s. The visit will be timed to witness the Steam Clock’s peak performance at noon.
At Maple Tree Square, the tour will visit the site where Gassy Jack opened his first bar, leading to the founding of Vancouver, and discuss the reasons behind the removal of his statue.
Participants will see some of Vancouver’s oldest buildings and intriguing architecture in Blood Alley.
The tour concludes at Woodward’s Building and Victory Square, conveniently located near public transit and offering numerous dining options.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.