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15 Best Gastown & Ghost Walking Tours

This list mixes Gastown history walks with the after-dark ghost versions, so pick your tone. The neighbourhood burned flat in the Great Fire of 1886, and the rebuilt brick blocks anchor most routes. Tours go out rain or shine; bring a layer.

1.Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

Be prepared to embark on a tantalizing adventure through the historical streets of Gastown, where mouthwatering cuisine and captivating stories await.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This was an awesome experience. I would highly recommend doing this at the beginning of your time in Vancouver, so you can go back and visit your favorite spots on the tour! It was a great way to get exposure to a variety of places…”

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2.Vancouver Lost Souls of Gastown Walking Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of Vancouver's Gastown neighborhood on the Lost Souls of Gastown Walking Tour - but beware, once you learn the dark history, you'll never see this vibrant area the same way again.

★ 5.0

“It was great! Our guide was knowledgeable, pleasant, an excellent performer. She often checked in with the group to endure eexwere all OK.”

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3.The Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Walking Tour

Kicked back in time to an era of bootlegging and corruption, The Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Walking Tour unveils a hidden side of Vancouver that will leave you eager for more.

★ 5.0

“A very interesting tour discovering Vancouver’s hidden secrets! A fantastic guide and lots of surprise's, all good! Fully recommended!”

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4.Vancouver: Gastown Walking Food Tour

Savor the flavors of Vancouver's Gastown on a walking food tour that promises to reveal the secret ingredient behind its culinary magic.

★ 4.8

“Our guide Diego was knowledgeable, personable and funny. I had a great time learning fun facts about Gastown. I would recommend the tour. With all the snacks and beverages along the way, don’t plant for a big dinner when you’re done. I was quite full…”

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5.Vancouver: Lost Souls of Gastown Tour

Navigate the haunting shadows of Gastown as lost souls beckon, whispering secrets of Vancouver's dark past—what mysteries await those who dare to listen?

★ 4.7

“Allison was a fantastic story teller keeping us enthralled with her theatrical mixture of fact and fiction. Highly recommend.”

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6.Gastronomic Gastown Walking Tour

Kaleidoscope of flavors and stories await on the Gastronomic Gastown Walking Tour, leaving food enthusiasts hungry for more.

★ 5.0

“Vicky was very knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. Her stories of the history of the area and the architure were fun to hear. The choices of restaurants were varied and she also pointed out other places that we might like to visit on…”

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7.Gastown Pub Crawl

Intrigue awaits as we unveil the secrets behind the unforgettable experience that is the Gastown Pub Crawl.

★ 4.5

“Went with my friend from college. We had a decent 25 person group of mostly people in their 20’s. Ended up having a blast all night. Highly recommend!”

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8.4-Hour Bike Tour – Stanley Park, Granville Island, & Gastown

Experience the vibrant city of Vancouver like never before with the 4-Hour Bike Tour that takes you through the stunning landscapes of Stanley Park, bustling markets of Granville Island, and the historic charm of Gastown.

★ 5.0

“Fun energetic knowledgeable guide who shows you the dights & advises you on where & what to eat & drink. Not strenuous. Ideal starting point to sightseeing”

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9.Vancouver: Forbidden Vancouver Guided Tour

Uncover the shadows of Vancouver's past on the Forbidden Vancouver Guided Tour, where secrets linger like whispers in the night...

★ 4.8

“Really well-done tour with plenty of information that you won't get from "official" sources. Lenard is a great tour guide with tons of enthusiasm and knowledge. Lenard is a true local and you can feel that. The only improvement (but still giving 5 stars) would…”

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11.Gastown, the Origins of Vancouver

Discover the hidden secrets of Gastown, the birthplace of Vancouver, and uncover a captivating tale that will leave you craving for more.

★ 4.0

“Fernando did an excellent job with the history of Gastown. He was full of knowledge. Gastown has quite a history related to this area but of Vancouver. Fernando was patient and answered all our questions. I would highly recommend this tour as the history is…”

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12.Experience Gastown Vancouvers Elite Walking Food Tour

Navigating the historic heart of Vancouver, the Gastown Elite Walking Food Tour promises a tantalizing culinary adventure that awakens the senses with each bite. Prepare to be captivated.

★ 5.0

“We loved the variety of restaurants that we visited, several of which we would most likely not have chosen on our own, but we're happy that we experienced. All of the food that we sampled (plenty of it!) was quite tasty, and we were especially…”

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13.Vancouver Outdoor Murder Mystery in Gastown

Lose yourself in the enchanting streets of Gastown as you unravel a thrilling murder mystery, but beware, the killer may be closer than you think...

★ 5.0

“The game was exactly as advertised and was a mix of clues that were fairly easy to solve and some that were very tricky. Thanks for a fun couple of hours running around Gastown.”

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