About this experience
See the best of Vancouver in just 3 hours on a private tour for your group only. Perfect for cruise passengers, layovers or a first day in the city, with pickup at your downtown hotel or Canada Place.
Your local guide knows Vancouver inside out and adapts the pace to you. Drive through Chinatown, then stroll historic Gastown. Explore Stanley Park’s rainforest and seawall views, and pass along English Bay’s beaches.
Head up to Queen Elizabeth Park, the highest point in the city, for panoramic views of downtown and the North Shore mountains. Finish at Granville Island’s Public Market, with time for local food, coffee and artisan shops.
Travel in a luxury SUV, or a comfortable private van for larger groups. No strangers, no rushing, and plenty of time for photos and questions.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bottled water
- Live commentary on board
- Local, professional and fun guide
Itinerary and highlights
Chinatown is known for its buzzing food scene, which includes traditional Asian bakeries, dim sum restaurants and hip cocktail bars. Jars of ginseng and dried fish line the shelves of old-school apothecaries, while Chinese groceries stocked with live seafood and exotic vegetables share the streets with indie fashion shops.
Lively Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes chic cocktail lounges and restaurants serving everything from gourmet sandwiches to local seafood. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios.
Stanley Park is a 405-hectare public park that borders the downtown of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada and is almost entirely surrounded by waters of Vancouver Harbour and English Bay. The park has a long history and was one of the first areas to be explored in the city.
English Bay Beach, near the city's West End residential neighborhood, is the most popular sunbathing, swimming, and sunset-watching beach in the downtown Vancouver area. English Bay Beach is host to a number of public events. The Celebration of Light is a fireworks competition that is held for two weeks every summer
Queen Elizabeth Park, Vancouver’s horticultural jewel, is a major draw for floral display enthusiasts and view-seekers, and as a popular backdrop for wedding photos. At 152 meters above sea level, it’s the highest point in Vancouver and makes for spectacular views of the park, city, and mountains on the North Shore.
The 52-hectare park is home to the stunning Bloedel Conservatory. There is also a gorgeously landscaped quarry garden, the arboretum with its collection of exotic and native trees, sculptures including one by internationally renowned artist Henry Moore, and diverse recreational offerings such as tennis, lawn bowling and pitch & putt.
In the early 1900s, Granville Island was home to factories, plants and sawmills. Things are a little different today—Granville Island is both a locals’ favorite and a huge draw for visitors. Technically a sandbar and not an island, the neighborhood sits just south of the downtown peninsula, right under the Granville Bridge. The Granville Island Public Market acts as a hub of activity and it’s also one of the city’s most important cultural districts with theatres, artisan workshops and craft studios.
Enjoy your time here to shop or just to enjoy a wonderful meal. Many restaurants for you to choose from.
Meeting and pickup information
- Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off in Vancouver only
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Vancity Tours INC
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please provide a contact number while you're traveling.
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers (if applicable), must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and reboarding time
- Please allow 30 minutes for pickup due to traffic
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, due to uneven surfaces comfortable footwear is advised
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Pickup and drop-off from Downtown Vancouver only
- Airport drop offs are not included
- Airport drop off can be included upon request (extra charges will apply)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- The scheduled tour begins at 09 am departure time may be changed upon request. Pickup included
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