All Ages | 3 Hours | 5km/3miles | All Year | Difficulty Level: Moderate
Discover Vancouver’s rich history and vibrant culture on a free 3-hour walking tour through Gastown and the Waterfront. Urban charm and local stories come alive on this accessible, tip-based adventure.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for anyone in average physical condition comfortable with walking moderate distances
Wildlife
History
Vancouver was incorporated in 1886 and grew quickly as a transportation and trade hub along the Pacific Coast.
Conservation
Local groups emphasize urban green spaces and sustainable tourism, encouraging visitors to respect the city’s parks and waterways.
Toonie Tours
All Ages | 3 Hours | 5km/3miles | All Year | Difficulty Level: Moderate
Toonie Tours is a Victoria, British Columbia–based tour operator that offers bike and e-scooter rentals, free guided walking tours, and attraction admission tickets across Calgary and Vancouver.
The company provides short-term options such as 1-hour rentals and full-day bike and e-scooter rentals, with equipment choices that include StepThru and StepOver city bikes and stable, high-speed e-scooters. Rentals are positioned for comfort and ease of use on city routes and scenic waterfront paths.
Toonie Tours also runs guided walking experiences: a 3-hour Free Walking Tour of Calgary and a 3-hour English Free Walking Tour of Vancouver. These walking tours emphasize local history, architecture, and cultural highlights while connecting visitors with knowledgeable local guides.
In addition to rentals and walks, Toonie Tours sells admission and skip-the-line tickets for major attractions: Calgary Tower observation deck access, Vancouver’s Vancouver Lookout and Capilano Suspension Bridge Park entry (with line-skip options), Grouse Mountain Skyride tickets, and Sea to Sky Gondola admission. Each attraction listing describes viewing platforms, suspension bridges, trails, and seasonal offerings.
All descriptions and offerings are factual and based on the company’s publicly listed trips and ticketed experiences. Toonie Tours focuses on practical, accessible city exploration—hourly and full-day rental flexibility, multi-hour guided walks, and curated attraction access—making it simple for visitors to plan reliable, activity-driven days in Calgary and Vancouver.
Location
Victoria, British Columbia
Home base for bookings.
Tours Offered
10 Tours
Bike, walk, and attraction tickets.
Flexible Rentals
Hourly & Full-Day
1-hour and full-day bike rentals.
Guided Tours
Free Walking Tours
3-hour English walking tours.
Reserve bike rentals, join a free walking tour, or buy attraction tickets today for flexible, activity-focused exploration.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect to walk about 5km on urban terrain; sturdy shoes make the experience more enjoyable.
Bring a rain jacket
Vancouver’s weather can be unpredictable—light rain gear is recommended year-round.
Carry a water bottle
Stay hydrated during your 3-hour tour, especially on warm days.
Arrive early
This popular tour fills up fast—arriving early helps secure your spot and prep for the walk.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provide support and comfort over a 5km urban walk.
Water-resistant jacket
spring
Reusable water bottle
Keep hydrated during the tour.
Camera or smartphone
Capture views and landmarks along the route.