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- Vancouver, Canada
Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Waterfront Station
Learn about Waterfront Station, one of the most haunted buildings in the city.
Pass by: Harbour Centre
With it's iconic tower and famous exterior facing elevators, Harbour Centre is one of the first landmarks people notice in Vancouver
Stop at: Steam Clock
Learn about the oldest and most famous Steam Clock in the world! It's not as old as you might guess.
Pass by: Blood Alley
Once the site of public executions in Vancouver, Blood Alley now hosts some trendy restaurants.
Stop at: Maple Tree Square
Maple Tree Square is one of the most important intersections in Vancouver. The first pub that kicked off Vancouver was opened here by Gassy Jack. And more recently his statue was torn down by protestors. Find out why on the tour!
Pass by: Hotel Europe
The Hotel Europe was the fanciest building in town when it was new. When a nicer hotel opened downtown, it became a brothel.
Pass by: Vancouver Police Museum & Archives
Built in a former coroner's office, the Police Museum has lots to see. There is a whole room for confiscated weapons, and the morgue room has a whole wall of preserved tissue samples,
Pass by: Woodward's Building
Woodward's was Canada's foremost department store for a long time. Find out why the locals were so sad when it closed and how the redevelopment affected the neighbourhood.
Pass by: Cambie Bar & Grill
Vancouver's oldest operating pub has survived prohibition and so much more!
Pass by: Dominion Building
The Dominion Building was the tallest in the British Empire when is was finished, but it only held that honour for two years before another nearby building was completed,
Pass by: Victory Square
Learn about this important park and how Canada's contributions in the World Wars helped build our identity as a nation.
What's Included
- Gastown Walking Route Premium Content
- Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes
- Mobile Device
- Headphones
- Mobile Data
- Extra Battery Pack
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
When you get here, choose "Start this Route" in the web app and start whenever you are ready.
End point
The Gastown tour ends at Victory Square in Gastown.
Get DirectionsAdditional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Customer Reviews
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