Explore the main parts of downtown Vancouver like a local, with a tour, tips and unique facts from a local! On our tour, we will walk amongst the famous landmarks and historic areas of Vancouver, explore world-class architecture, and at the same time discover a whole new angle from a local’s perspective.
Walk in to the Vancouver’s Waterfront, the Olympic Cauldron, the main parts of downtown such as Granville, Robson, and Burrard Streets. Discover some interesting history tidbits and architecture along the way, discover places to dine like a local, stroll through some neighborhoods like a local, where to sip your favorite coffees like a local or where to simply chow down and pair some good old local wine or craft beers that will excite your senses! Vancouver and area is dotted with amazing culinary experiences so bring your appetite!
Bring your cameras, your questions, and your curiosities!
Body Energy Club: Vancouver @ Waterfront Station, 601 W Cordova St #0029A, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G1, Canada
We will meet by Water Front Station
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.
The walking tour begins inside historic Waterfront Station, where many generations have passed through its doors since the early years of Vancouver. Your guide will greet you to begin in a setting befitting of an adventure!
Duration: 15 minutes
After stopping by the historic Sinclair Centre, site of Vancouver's first commercial buildings, we arrive at Canada Place to discover the multiple connections into Vancouver's - and Canada's - history: the Pacific, culture, food, and the railroads.
Duration: 10 minutes
We pass by the work of a Berlin-based artist who fell in love with Vancouver's rain, and the sculpture that became his "love letter" to Vancouver. "An homage to the power of nature" and represents "the relationship and outlook towards the water that surrounds us"
Upon entering the Olympic Cauldron, learn about the waterfront in greater detail, and how the 2010 Winter Olympics became catalyst to a permanent plaza, Cauldron, and many current events. Hear about a few surprising insider facts only your guide will know...
Duration: 20 minutes
We weave by the Marine Building, Vancouver's first skyscraper in the Art-Deco style that once rivalled the Chrysler Building in New York. Learn why it is still today's most lavish and cherished heritage building.
Duration: 10 minutes
West Hastings Street was once home to a thriving gentlemen's club scene and early entertainment scene for those who came to dress up and play. We stop by and learn how this Club helped shape Vancouverites tastes for socializing and entertaining - and still is to some degree a fancy place to have fun for all.
Duration: 10 minutes
We do a quick stop at Caffe Artigiano, a local success story, of a second-generation coffee chain started by a local Italian-Canadian family for a coffee break. Note: location may change without notice to Breka Bakery and Cafe two doors down.
Duration: 15 minutes
We pass-by Sinclair Centre on West Hastings Street, where the guide shares a funny but quirky, personal story that happened inside the building. Learn about why Sinclair Centre is tied to Vancouver's early history, and a current Prime Minister of Canada.
Duration: 10 minutes
We make way in to Granville Street, hear how it became Vancouver's premier entertainment district, fuelled by early interest in vaudeville and neon...
Duration: 1 hour
After hearing about Vancouver in its entertainment heydays, we emerge in Gastown, site of the founding of Vancouver and now home to many innovative bars, restaurants, local shops that can't be found elsewhere. We will find out how Gastown got its name - and find out why a business deal solidified it as the core settlement of Vancouver.
Duration: 50 minutes
Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Vancouver Island, British Columbia
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