The Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Walking Tour
Vancouver, Canada
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Product ID: 25
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: EnglishExplore Vancouver’s dirtiest Prohibition-era secrets. From mobsters and rum runners to corrupt politicians, this historical walking tour winds through Gastown’s most historic streets and alleyways – and most illicit stories.
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
356 Water St, 356 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B6, Canada
Meet outside 356 Water street at the entrance to historic Gastown at Water and Cordova Streets.
End point
Maple Tree Square, Maple Tree Square, Vancouver, BC, Canada
The walking tour ends in Maple Tree Square, Gastown, in the heart of Vancouver's restaurant and bar scene. The start point is just an easy 10 minute walk back, and the guide can provide a map and directions if needed.
1
Cambie Bar & Grill
A Vancouver institution, now a lively local bar, hostel and restaurant. The Cambie has history dating back to the Gold Rush!
Duration: 10 minutes
2
The Dominion Building
Hear about the tallest building in town in 1910!
Duration: 2 minutes
3
Woodward's 43
Learn about the Historic Woodward's building in Gastown. What role it had in the city over the last 100 years.
Duration: 10 minutes
4
Gastown
The tour wraps up on the cobblestone streets of Gastown, the historic centre of Vancouver.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Water Street
Explore the main street in Gastown and learn about our Prohibition Commissioner - Walter Findlay.
Duration: 10 minutes
6
Hotel Europe
Nestled in Gastown's historic Maple Tree Square, there was once a near beer parlour in this location.
Duration: 10 minutes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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