Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown
Overview
Our online walking tours allow you to explore Vancouver at your own pace, on your own schedule. Our lightweight web app works on any device with a modern web browser. Start and stop when you like, grab a coffee, and continue when you are ready.
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Your virtual host, Chris King, has been living in Vancouver for 20 years and is excited to give you a unique look into the most interesting aspects of his city.
Our routes combine historical context, modern events, and local interpretation to provide an interesting and fun experience for tourists, new Canadians, and lifelong locals.
Routes are available in English and French
Audio is English only
Data Connection is recommended - Offline Mode available
What's Included
- Gastown Walking Route Premium Content
- Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes
- Mobile Device
- Headphones
- Mobile Data
- Extra Battery Pack
Meeting Location
200 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 1S4, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
200 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1G8, Canada
The Gastown tour ends at Victory Square in Gastown.
What To Expect
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Waterfront Station
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Harbour Centre (pass by)
Steam Clock
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Blood Alley (pass by)
Maple Tree Square
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hotel Europe (pass by)
Vancouver Police Museum & Archives (pass by)
Woodward's Building (pass by)
Cambie Bar & Grill (pass by)
Dominion Building (pass by)
Victory Square (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown?
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Vancouver customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
- Gastown Walking Route Premium Content.
- Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes.
- Mobile Device.
- Headphones.
- Mobile Data.
- Extra Battery Pack.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Vancouver. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Gastown Walking Route Premium Content
- Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes
- Mobile Device
- Headphones
- Mobile Data
- Extra Battery Pack
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
