Private Vancouver City Highlights Walking Tour

Name: Private Vancouver City Highlights Walking Tour
Brand: City Balloon Tours
SKU: 735980
Price: 139 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.91 (23 reviews)

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2 to 3 hours (approx.)

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Offered in: English

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Overview

This 2 or 3 hour Private Walking Tour of Vancouver will connect you with the highlights of the city through the eyes of a local guide.

Together we will walk the most exciting and historic areas of Vancouver, learning about the city and the province, and how they fit into Canada. We will meet local legends and discover the many notable establishments along the way. The tour is filled with recommendations & tips to ensure you get the most out of your trip to the city!

Your local Toonie Tour guide will make Vancouver’s rich history come alive, introducing you to iconic and picture-ready sites like the Marine Building, the Gastown Steam Clock, Waterfront Station, Vancouver Harbor, and many more. You’ll learn about Vancouver’s rich and impressive history as a First Nation Village and discover Canada’s humble beginnings as a resource-rich settlement that became a country among nations.

What's Included

Recommendations for the best food, entertainment and nightlife
Passionately researched local history
Introductions & discounts on must-do experiences
Local English, Spanish, or French-speaking guide (you choose!)

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

601 West Cordova Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1G1, Canada

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What To Expect

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Port De Vancouver

With breath-taking view of the north shore mountains your guide will make introductions with the group and share the story of the Lions, and indigenous story about two women who will forever be immortalized within the mountain.

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Olympic Cauldron

Your guide will take you along the seawall to a beautiful square where the beautiful sculpture from to 2010 Winter Olympics stands. Get the perfect picture of Vancouver with the mountains in the background!

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Marine Building

Built in 1930 this incredible architecture is a favourite among visitors. Both the outside and inside have details engravings within the walls that are unique the history of Vancouver and showed the culture of the city. Be sure to see the inner panels of the elevator for an instant wow!

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Art Phillips Park

With a small oasis within the skyscrapers of Vancouver you will gaze upon a beautiful mural by Ola Volo and learn about it's extremely unique features and how it is supporting women in Vancouver. Your guide will also be able to answer any questions that you may have about public transit as this stop is located beside one of Vancouver's most popular subway stations.

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Robson Square

From the previous spot we will walk uphill through Fairmont Vancouver to Robson Square, a three block park with the incredible Vancouver Art Galley & Vancouver Court House to complete the sites. The landscape of this square is incorporated in the buildings which blends nature into the center of the city. This won landscape architect Cornelia Oberlander a significant award.

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Granville Street

Your guide will share with you the history of this beautiful street and photos of what it was and the contrast of it today. With Granville street being the new lights capital of the world at one point, it has come a long way to be one of the main shopping districts in downtown Vancouver.

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vancouver Public Library, Central Library

This incredible architecture has a hidden meaning behind it that your guide will be excited to share with you. Moshe Safdie created this beautiful piece that will leave you in awe, inside and out. This is also where we take a short mid-way break along the tour to use the restroom and see an incredible rooftop patio.

25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Terry Fox Memorial

This memorial is of one of Canada's most impressive hero's. He was a humble young man who had a huge dream that he over achieved. This heart wrenching tale will show you what it means to be Canadian, and inspire you to reach for greatness.

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Victory Square

On the edge of the Stadium District and Gastown lies a cenotaph with a rich story. The square is diamond shaped and is the spot many historic stories of Vancouver & Canada. Your guide will share the one that connects with him or her the most and will leave you excited to enter one of Vancouver's most sought after neighborhoods; Gastown.

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gastown

Vancouver's most beautiful neighbourhood with cobblestone streets and old brick buildings it suggests a simpler time. They shopping throughout this district is great, as well as the eateries, and nightlife. Your guide will give some key local recommendations for you to consider after your tour.

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Steam Clock

This is the most photographed site in Vancouver by a long shot. It is a clock that is run by steam and built by Raymond Saunders, if you're lucky you might even see Raymond visiting the clock yourself. It's happened before and it can happen again. If he's not around, your guide will be able to answer any of your hard-pressed questions.

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Waterfront Station

As the transit hub of Vancouver the building is bustling with city energy. The ceilings have beautiful art with a dark tale, and it's the perfect place to plan the rest of your day. Don't forget to ask about the SeaBus that leaves from Waterfront Station every 15 minutes

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Vancouver City Highlights Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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