Vancouver Private Walking Tour

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ID: GYG736944-1194459
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Country: Canada

Duration: 02:00 hours


Description

Vancouver offers skiing, beaches, Science World, Chinatown, the iconic Public Library, Holy Rosary Cathedral, Gastown’s historic district, and seafront views, making it a must-see for tourists.
Although some call it the dine-out capital of Canada, this is just a small part of what makes Vancouver a must see for every tourist. This is the kind of the city where you can ski in the morning and hit the beach in the afternoon. See the Science World, the expo center and former 1986 World's Fair location. Experience the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden, the first traditional Chinese garden built outside of China. Enter Chinatown, the largest in Canada. See Vancouver's most iconic building, the Public Library. Awe at the neo gothic Holy Rosary Cathedral, with its remarkable stained glass windows have a story to tell. See the Lookout panoramic sightseeing point. Visit Gastown, the city's historic district named after the owner of the first saloon. Come to Canada Place for a view of the seafront. Discover the Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver’s first church. From some quality shopping on Main St. to great food and atmosphere in the redbricks bars of Gastown, Vancouver covers all tastes and desires. Experience some of the hotspots of this one of a kind city.

Meet your guide in front of Science World, the expo center and former 1986 World's Fair location. From here walk to the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden, the first traditional Chinese garden built outside of China and the perfect place to have some local or asian tea. Close by you will enter Chinatown, the largest of its kind in the whole Canada and the perfect place to hunt for some souvenirs or fast bites to eat. Continue to one of Vancouver's most iconic buildings: the Public Library. This Colosseum looks like edifice has been featured in several movies and TV shows and is one of the most photographed attractions in Vancouver. Right around the corner you will reach the Holy Rosary Cathedral, a French Gothic style Catholic cathedral, with some remarkable stained glass windows and a story to match them. Down the street you can see the Lookout, the perfect place to take some of the most impressive panoramic pictures of Vancouver. From here go to Gastown, the city's historic district that got its name from the owner of the first saloon, and enjoy a nice stroll accompanied by the stories of your guide. Next stop will be in Canada Place, a perfect place for a leisure walk along the seafront on your way to the Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver's first church. You will finish your tour in Downtown, considered to be one of the most beautiful urban centers in the world.

Highlights

  • Learn about the history of Vancouver
  • Get to know how $9 million donation bought a name
  • Fusion between Chinese and Canadian culture in Vancouver
  • Know more about the Tallest building in Vancouver
  • Learn more about 2010 Vancouver Olympics

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

In front of Science World (by the sitting statues), 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver, BC V6A 3Z7, Canada
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.