Vancouver Private Tour: Discover Rich History
Vancouver
Embark on a Vancouver private tour and uncover the fascinating history of this vibrant city. Explore the ancient lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ Nations, and delve into the 19th-century origins of Vancouver as a logging and mining hub. With a knowledgeable guide and captivating visual aids, gain a unique perspective on Vancouver's past and leave with a profound understanding of its heritage.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Vancouver Art Gallery - We will start the tour at Vancouver’s Art Gallery downtown which is the most central location in Vancouver’s downtown core. We will spend the first 30 minutes of the tour walking from the Art Gallery towards Gastown, on the way seeing the oldest cathedral in Vancouver and hearing stories about the first European residents of the city.
  • Chinatown - As we leave Gastown, we will walk to the Chinatown neighbourhood and learn about the community’s history and about some of their most famous residents.
  • Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - The tour will end at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden which is a hidden gem in Vancouver. Here we will spend the last 15 minutes enjoying the scenery and peacefulness this park provides in the middle of the city.
  • Steam Clock - Once in Gastown, we will spend about 15 minutes at of the city’s most famous landmarks, the Gastown steam clock and experience its famous steam whistle.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Discover Vancouver’s fascinating 10,000-year history, including the stories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, on our immersive tours. As part of your journey, we reminisce on the 19th-century life for early settlers when Vancouver was a burgeoning centre for loggers and prospectors. Setting us apart from the usual tours, your guide will supplement your experience with digital images on an iPad for a more enriching understanding. Leveraging our expertise in history and archaeology, our tour will delve into many topics usually overlooked in conventional tours, culminating in a comprehensive knowledge of Vancouver.

Location
Vancouver Art Gallery
Hornby Street
The tour will start at the bottom of the stairs in šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl'e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza). I will be the tall guy in the pink shirt. :)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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