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FORBIDDEN VANCOUVER WALKING TOURS

Experience Vancouver like never before! Let us immerse you in the city’s hidden history of dark crime, outrageous intrigue, and filthy scandal.

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DISCOVER TALES OF FIRE, MURDER, AND REVENGE THIS HALLOWEEN

THE LOST SOULS OF GASTOWN TOUR

This Halloween season, discover the eerie history of Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood in a dramatic retelling of Victorian Gastown’s earliest stories. Tales of deadly fire and smallpox emerge from the shadows as you venture through cobblestone streets to the shocking finale in this unique performance-theatre experience.
 
$33 | 1.5 – 2 HOURS | GASTOWN

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THE FORBIDDEN VANCOUVER WALKING TOUR

THE FORBIDDEN VANCOUVER WALKING TOUR

Discover Vancouver’s dirtiest Prohibition-era secrets and illicit stories as you wander Gastown’s most historic streets. Hear tales of enterprising rum-runners, infamous riots, mobsters, and crooked cops.

$33 | 1.5 – 2 HOURS

THE HIDDEN HISTORY & SWEET TREATS TOUR

THE HIDDEN HISTORY & SWEET TREATS TOUR

Explore Vancouver’s heritage buildings – and their stories of murder, jealousy, sin, corruption, and irresistible glamour. Enjoy delectable treats at the city’s finest bakeries and chocolatiers and a private viewing inside the famous Marine Building.

$69 | ~2 HOURS

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THE REALLY GAY HISTORY TOUR

THE REALLY GAY HISTORY TOUR

It’s time for Vancouver’s secrets to come out of the closet. Celebrate love with a raucous chronicle of Vancouver’s LGBTQ2+ community on a stroll through the vibrant and historic Davie Village. Discover the queer heroes who changed our city forever.

$33 | ~2 HOURS

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THE DARK SECRETS OF STANLEY PARK TOUR

THE DARK SECRETS OF STANLEY PARK TOUR

Explore the breathtaking beauty and intriguing tales of Stanley Park. Beyond the lush forests, charming gardens, and beautiful beaches, lies a story of forced evictions, hidden treasures, crime scenes, and the eerie legend of Deadman’s Island.

$33 | 1.5 – 2 HOURS

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VANCOUVER VICE TOUR SPECIAL EVENT

VANCOUVER VICE TOUR SPECIAL EVENT

Join author and historian Aaron Chapman as he brings his latest book “Vancouver Vice” to life. Hear stories of unsolved murder, vigilant vice cops, sex worker turf wars, and wiretapped hustlers in the West End.

$33 | 1.5 – 2 HOURS
OCT 19 & 20, 11 AM & 3 PM

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SECRETS OF THE PENTHOUSE TOUR SPECIAL EVENT

SECRETS OF THE PENTHOUSE TOUR SPECIAL EVENT

Explore Vancouver’s most notorious nightclub with live jazz, and spaghetti & meatballs dinner. Hear stories of Rat Pack parties, mobsters, bootlegging, and fire.

$70 | 6:30 PM | ~3 HOURS
OCT 30 — HALLOWEEN SPECIAL

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THE HOLIDAY HISTORY & HOT CHOCOLATE TOUR

THE HOLIDAY HISTORY & HOT CHOCOLATE TOUR

Explore iconic heritage buildings and hear tales of intrigue, jealousy, and murder. Delight in holiday displays, then get a VIP viewing of the Marine Building.

$49 | ~3 HOURS
NOV 15 TO JAN 5 ONLY

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Plan an outdoor get together with your friends, family, or team members for a Vancouver experience that’s original, active, and utterly engaging. Explore Vancouver’s hidden history.
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More information can be found on our FAQ page.

What if it rains?

Our tours happen rain or shine! Vancouver can be a little wet at times. In our experience a rain proof jacket with a hood is the most effective clothing to bring. Umbrellas can get a bit awkward if everyone in the audience has one. But if you don’t have a waterproof jacket then do bring your umbrella if the forecast is for rain – it won’t be a problem.

For fall and winter, we’ve crafted our tours to take place mainly inside or under cover to keep you warm and dry.

Which tour should I take?

The Lost Souls of Gastown tour is our most popular tour, and is led by an actor in character, almost like a one-person play meets a walking tour.

All of our other tours are led by talented storytellers.

Our Hidden History & Sweet Treats tour is the only tour with snacks, and focuses on scandal and architecture in downtown Vancouver.

Take the Forbidden Vancouver tour if you’re into learning about prohibition. The Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tour if you’re interested in indigenous history. The Really Gay History tour if are keen to learn about Vancouver’s queer history.

Do I have to book in advance?

Yes, you’ll need to book online to reserve your spot. You can book your tour right here on our website. Please don’t turn up hoping to pay cash!

To ensure the best experience for everyone in the group, we have a strict upper limit on our tour group size, and we hate to turn people away.

What if I need to cancel my tour?

We have a flexible cancellation policy! You can request a date exchange or full refund on your ticket purchase for any of our walking tours, provided you give at least 24 hours notice prior to your scheduled tour departure time.

Does my guide accept gratuities?

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.

Can I buy my ticket cheaper on another site?

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.

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OUR LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We gratefully acknowledge our walking tours take place within the unceded, ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.