easy
3 hours
Moderate stamina recommended for continuous walking, but the pace can be adapted for comfort.
Discover Vancouver's hidden gems and historic sites on a personalized 3-hour walking tour led by local guides. Perfect for a tailored experience in the city’s vibrant downtown and Gastown neighborhoods. Keep reading to find out what makes this tour so special.
All Ages • 3 Hours • 3-5km • Up to 32 Participants • Difficulty Level: At Your Own Pace
Experience Vancouver like never before on a personalized 3-hour walking tour led by a local guide. Explore historic Gastown, marvel at the iconic Steam Clock, and uncover hidden gems in Downtown. Tailor your journey to your interests while enjoying insider tips and recommendations, making this a truly memorable adventure.
English | French | Spanish Available
3 Hours
The Vancouver Highlights Private Tour will connect you and yours to Vancouver, exclusively, through the eyes of a local guide.
You will walk the most exciting and historic areas of Vancouver. Meanwhile, learning about the city, the province, and how they fit into the Canadian story. Further, meeting local legends and discovering the many notable establishments along the way. Your guide is surprisingly equipped with many recommendations & tips to ensure you get the best Vancouver walking tour.
Your Private Walking Tour of Vancouver’s default start location is inside Waterfront Station, by Rogue Kitchen & Wet Bar. There is the option, when booking, to request an alternate start location, perhaps at your hotel or accommodations. Your tour guide will meet you with a smile and start the tour from the downtown location of your choosing. Upon arriving, your local tour guide will introduce themselves and get familiar with your interests. Thereupon, confirm an end location with you, and plan a route to get you to that requested location by the tour's end. Plan for drinks, food, or an attraction post-tour, and your guide will get you there right on time. Toonie Tours Vancouver is excited and humbled to lead the way and connect you.
The biggest difference is the amount of time we have together. We will see many of the same sights and hear many of the same stories on both tours, however, with more time we can elaborate and experience each in more detail and depth. We also do our best to connect you to your interests, so with a longer tour, there is more opportunity to stop in places, grab snacks/coffee, and explore with greater ease.
Absolutely! Please reach out to us with your group size and particular interests and we can connect you with a quote for the tour. Prices are generally what you see here plus equipment rental costs. Contact details are at the bottom of the page.
The tour involves a moderate amount of walking on cobblestone and urban terrain, so comfortable shoes are a must.
Vancouver's weather can be unpredictable; packing rain gear ensures a comfortable experience regardless of the forecast.
Feel free to discuss your preferences with the guide to focus on landmarks, history, or food-specific sights.
Morning tours tend to be less crowded, allowing for more intimate photo opportunities and relaxed browsing of shops.
Gastown’s cobblestone streets are named after Gassy Jack Deighton, whose tavern launched Vancouver’s first downtown core in the 1860s.
Guides emphasize local sustainability efforts, supporting small businesses and preserving Vancouver's historic districts.
Supportive shoes are key for navigating Vancouver's varied urban terrain comfortably.
Layers or rain gear will help you stay comfortable regardless of the weather.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Capture Vancouver’s colorful streets and architecture along the way.
Stay hydrated during your walk, especially on warmer days.