Every stop on this walking tour takes place under cover or inside, but on a warm day you’ll still want a sun hat, sunglasses, and a bottle of water. For the cooler months we recommend a rain jacket and sturdy footwear.

You’ll definitely want your smartphone charged so you can take photos of the incredible sites and views!

We carefully crafted this experience to suit the interests and preferences of adults, making it an ideal choice for teenagers seeking engaging and thought-provoking content. In fact, children as young as ten can really enjoy the tour. We don’t recommend the tour for children younger than 10.

The tour is a leisurely stroll through downtown Vancouver on flat, paved ground. Total distance covered is about 1.5 km, or 1 mile.

Absolutely! Our guides accept cash or cards (via a portable Square device). If you enjoyed your guide’s performance then a tip is greatly appreciated.

The tour starts at the corner of Robson and Granville Streets, in front of Old Navy. It ends at Mink Chocolate, 863 West Hastings in Downtown Vancouver.

We guarantee our website has the lowest prices for our walking tours. Beware reseller sites that display their prices in $USD to appear cheaper than they really are.

We aren’t able to cater to dietary restrictions at this time. Please note, the treats served on this tour may contain gluten, eggs, dairy, and nuts and are prepared in kitchens where these and other common allergens are present. If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, attend at your own discretion. Get a taste of Vancouver history storytelling (without the treats) on any of our other walking tours!

You sure could, and Vancouver is a very walkable city! But you’d miss out on hearing all the scandalous history behind our city’s most famous buildings, and the chance to enjoy treats from three of its most loved bakeries and chocolatiers!

Anyone aged 65 or older qualifies for a seniors ticket.

If you’re 18 or younger, or a full-time student of any age with valid photo ID, you qualify for a youth ticket.

You can! The start point is very close to both Granville Skytrain Station and Vancouver City Centre Station. Exit onto Granville Street and walk southeast 1-2 blocks towards Robson St. to arrive at Old Navy.

You can also take any bus that goes down Granville St., and get off at Robson St.

Hot tip: Use Translink’s online trip planner for options.

All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

We do not permit guests on the tour who are, or appear to be, intoxicated. Guests who are intoxicated or disorderly will be asked to leave the tour and no refund will be issued.

While the tour is not strenuous, walking is involved and guests will be on their feet for the duration of the tour. Guests are responsible for making sure they are able to complete the tour.

You and your party knowingly and freely assume all the risks with participating in this experience. We are not responsible for illness or injury of guests during a tour. By participating in this experience you release and hold harmless Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours with respect to any injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property whether cause by the negligence of Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours or otherwise.

Yes, this tour is wheelchair accessible.

There are several parking lots near the start point. The closest ones are at 800 Robson St. at Robson Square, and 840 Howe St. at Robson Court.

Yes, there’s an opportunity for a bathroom break at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver about halfway through the tour.

You’ll receive three delectable treats! We recommend you have breakfast as normal before the tour, but you may well not need lunch afterwards, depending on your appetite.

I’m afraid we don’t permit dogs on our walking tours, as it might make other guests uncomfortable. The tour also goes inside a number of buildings where dogs are not permitted. Service dogs are OK though.