Thankfully, the Penthouse isn’t under prohibition laws anymore! The bar is open and you can purchase drinks from the bartenders.

There’s paid parking right next to the Penthouse at Impark Lot #83, at Nelson & Seymour.

Dinner is served at the end of the event, around 8:45 p.m. Do plan accordingly if you need to grab a snack beforehand

We advise dressing for the weather as we have a brief outdoor section. Comfy footwear is recommended, since there are some stairs you’ll take to explore the Penthouse’s secret rooms. And you’ll want to bring your smartphone along to capture memories.

The venue requires all attendees to be at least 19 years of age.

The venue is centrally located in Downtown Vancouver at Nelson and Seymour Streets. The closest skytrain stations are Granville Station, Vancouver City Centre, or Yaletown-Roundhouse station. From any of those stations it’s less than a 10 minute walk to the venue. Alternatively, you could take any bus route that follows Granville downtown, and exit at Nelson St.

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

Sales are final for Secrets of the Penthouse. We’re unable to offer refunds or data exchanges.

Be prepared to be on your feet for about half the tour, or around 45 minutes. There is seating available for the other half of the tour.

We serve up a scrumptious Spaghetti and Meatball buffet with salad, just like Mama Filppone used to make! A vegetarian option is also available. Unfortunately we’re not able to accommodate further dietary needs at this time. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

We run this event every month from September to June. Our schedules aren’t pre-set and depend on the availability of the club and our amazing guides.

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Absolutely! You’re welcome to stay after the event.

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.

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.

Unfortunately this event is not wheelchair accessible due to stairwell access to some of the areas.

Celebrated local artists the Russell Sholberg Jazz Trio provide the musical entertainment before and after the tour. There are no dancers on stage during the event, but depending on the night the club might open for normal business after the event ends around 9:30 p.m.

Guests are welcome to use the bathrooms onsite at any time.