Top Vancouver Historical Tours

Experience Victoria’s signature beauty on a full-day tour from Vancouver. Traveling by coach and ferry, witness the region’s stunning waterways and mountains en route to British Columbia’s capital. Spend the day snapping photos and visiting the city’s top attractions like the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre (22-hectare) haven for nature enthusiasts. This tour combines guided coach tours and free time to explore on your own.

Explore Vancouver’s oldest neighborhood, and gain insight into Canada’s culinary offerings on this Gastown walking food tour. Listen as your guide—an improv comedian—shares insight on Gastown’s 150-year old Wild West heritage. Learn of the hip urban regeneration now sweeping the district, and experience the area’s vibrant buzz for yourself. Sample delicious food and drinks including Carolina-style, pulled-pork sandwiches, organic ice cream, award-winning cheesecake, Quebec maple-syrup treats, and local craft beer—as you pass by top city attractions.

Discover top city attractions on two wheels on this bike tour of downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park. Follow your guide on a route past the historic Mole Hill Community and Davie Street Village, where Vancouver's Pride Festival takes place. Spin along peaceful cycle lanes to Robson Square in downtown Vancouver then, after a quick stroll, head on the waterfront area and the Vancouver Convention Centre. Admire Jack Poole Plaza and the Olympic cauldron on route to Stanley Park, and enjoy fine views over the snow-capped mountains beyond.

Two of Vancouver’s most popular attractions are included in this tour. Take a walk on the wild side in the forest at the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Then see the world from the top as you ride the largest aerial tramway in North America--the Grouse Mountain Skyride. The tour also includes a stop at the Capilano River hatchery.

Soak up the city scenery on a half-day coach tour of seaport Vancouver! Your expert guide will escort you to key attractions such as Canada Place, Robson Street, Granville Island, Chinatown and Gastown. Travel through the winding canopies of Stanley Park, check out epic totem poles at Brockton Point and head to the top of the Vancouver Lookout for panoramic views of the city and its stunning natural backdrop. 

Experience the city that sits between mountains and the ocean during this half-day, sightseeing tour of Vancouver with live onboard commentary. See how nature and urban planning blend together at the city’s parks and beaches and immerse yourself in Vancouver’s multicultural influences and food in popular neighborhoods in the city center.  

Explore Vancouver’s diverse cuisine and culinary heritage on this 2.5-hour walking food tour of Vancouver. Follow your guide from Fratelli’s Italian Bakery into the bustling heart of Vancouver’s bustling Italian district, 'The Drive'. As you explore the streets, hear colorful tales and folklore from the area’s checkered past and gain insight into the characters that helped shape the Little Italy of today. Discover secret sites off the tourist trail, and sample authentic Italian dishes like Neapolitan pizza and Italian sausage in nine of Little Italy’s most popular cafes and restaurants.

Tailor your time in Vancouver to focus on what interests you with this private, full-day, totally customizable tour that merges sightseeing with comfort and luxury. Get picked up at your hotel or cruise ship and relax as you see the city’s natural beauty and parks along the North Shore or marvel at post-impressionist paintings at an art gallery. Visit trendy neighborhoods, restaurants, markets, and breweries.

Get to know Vancouver’s famed food scene on a 3-hour walking and food tour of historic Gastown. Admire the architecture as you stroll through the cobbled streets with a small group. Learn about the neighborhoods storied past from your informative guide and sample Canadian classics such as tempura bacon scotch eggs, pork belly crackling, and British Columbia wine.

A visit to Vancouver is not complete without a trip to Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. This 14-hour combo tour first takes you through the Gulf Islands aboard a BC Ferry and then back on land on a coastal drive through James Bay, the Trans Canada Highway and Fisherman’s Wharf. Wind through downtown Victoria aboard a comfy coach and admire top landmarks including the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings and the Inner Harbour. The tour includes free time in Victoria before you’re transported back to Vancouver.

Visit Fort Langley and Fraser Valley vineyards on a private tour that goes from history to wine tasting. The private format offers flexibility to experience the picturesque region at your own pace, with plenty of time to enjoy the things that interest you. Included stops feature the Fraser Valley’s oldest vineyard, Fort Langley National Historic Site, and a town center packed with quaint shops and storefronts.

Stroll through Vancouver after dark, which allows you to beat the crowds and get a different perspective. You'll see the sights of the city lit up for the night and listen to insightful guided commentary on Vancouver's history and culture. Make a few photo stops for frame-worthy snaps and end up in the historic Gastown district (optional) to continue exploring on your own.

Explore Stanley Park by bicycle, departing daily from the Vancouver waterfront. You’ll ride toward the seawall, passing notable landmarks along the way. See the Vancouver Convention Centre, the Olympic Cauldron at Jack Poole Plaza, the First Nations Totem Poles, Siwash Rock, and more—all pointed out by your guide on this small-group tour.

On our Gastown tour, you will discover the origins of the city of Vancouver and this iconic neighborhood, named as the fourth most stylish neighborhood in the world. We will explore the alleys where murky business was happening during the dry law, in addition to the historic buildings of the early twentieth century. Immerse yourself with our tour in the history of this young city and take advantage of your stay in Vancouver learning history in the best way with a local guide.

On This Spot takes people on guided walking tours through the history that surrounds them. Our unique then-and-now photos ignite people’s curiosity, while comprehensive walking tours examine a limitless range of historical themes. On This Spot makes history engaging, educational, and accessible to anyone with a mobile device. Join us for a guided tour of Vancouver's Stanley Park. Vancouver's Stanley Park is the largest old growth park in a downtown metro city where residents, tourists, and visitors can walk the entire perimeter of the park on Vancouver's seawall.

Avoid being tied down to a fixed itinerary and schedule, and see Vancouver at your own pace on this flexible private tour. Your guide can plan a route that helps you avoid the crowds and heavy traffic, ensuring you cover the major highlights such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, and Queen Elizabeth Park, and much more besides.

This fully narrated 4-hour Vancouver City Highlights Tour takes you to the city’s greatest sights. Vancouver is truly a traveller’s paradise, consistently voted one of the world’s most livable cities. Locals are recognized for their friendly nature and welcoming attitude. Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean and framed by the British Columbia Coast Mountains, it’s easy to fall in love with this breathtaking city. Discover highlights like historic Gastown, Chinatown, scenic English Bay and the picturesque Vancouver Harbour. Stops in Stanley Park feature First Nations totem poles, as well as spectacular views from Prospect Point. Also, visit the charming farmer’s market at Granville Island and enjoy 360° panoramic views from Vancouver Lookout’s observation deck (admission included) high atop Harbour Centre Tower.Our tours are conducted on comfortable mini-coaches seating up to 30 passengers and offering exceptional visibility.

Experience the west side of Canada on this private day trip to Squamish from Vancouver. With just your family and friends (up to 11 people total), explore a gold and copper mine at the Britannia Beach Museum, see Shannon Falls — actually three times higher than Niagara Falls — and visit the Railway Heritage museum. A Sea-to-Sky gondola ride is also included.

This comprehensive small-group (6 guest limit) tour of the City of Vancouver and North Vancouver will guide you through all of the must-see spots in one adventure packed day! Enjoy the best the Vancouver area has to offer, including: the Vancouver Lookout Tower, a narrated drive through Downtown Vancouver (including Gastown & Chinatown), Granville Island, Stanley Park, a Harbour Cruise*, the Capilano Suspension Bridge including Cliffwalk®, Grouse Mountain and Canadian Lumberjack show atop the mountain to finish off the day! *Tentative cruise dates: April 26-September 30th,2020. Partial refund for the boat portion will be provided in event the boat does not operate. Tour will operate as normal, without the boat portion*

Visit Squamish and some of its most beautiful and unique environments. Start your tour with going through the road on the sea to sky highway, pass by stanley park and the seawall, then through the lions gate bridge, horseshoe bay and much more. Then, check out the Porteau Cove Provincial Park, where you take the best pictures and also check out ocean reefs. Then, visit your historical tour of Britannia Mine Museum, learn about historical machinery to heritage buildings to the massive yellow dump truck that lives within the facility. Then finish your tour at the Sea to Sky Gondola and see the most beautiful view you have ever seen in your life!

Start with a scenic road that takes you on a 90-minute drive from Vancouver, up the Fraser Valley, and into the mountains to the village of Harrison Hot Springs. World renowned Harrison Hot Springs is a landmark British Columbia resort on the picturesque shores of Harrison Lake in the Fraser Valley. Enjoy a soak in the hot mineral waters said to be a “healing place” by the local Sts'ailes First Nations. Once there you may immerse yourself in the mineral hot pools and be engulfed in the natural healing properties of the hot springs. If you wish to, you can take the optional massage option which would help you get even more relaxed from all the stress you have accumulated after working so hard every day. You will also have some time to walk on the lake side, or a visit to the village before returning back to your hotel.

The tour will take you to historic Steveston, a fishing village by the coast of the Straits of Georgia. You start the tour with a whale watching adventure, in the Gulf Islands and the Straits of Georgia. You will walk Hollywood's Storybrooke film locations, including the shops, museums, cannery in the village, and enjoy a scenic drive along the Fraser River dyke. Treat yourself to some of the best and freshest seafood in Metro Vancouver.

There is so much too see in Vancouver that it's very hard to decide where to start - that's where the Kickstart experience comes in. Among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities, this is a popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Whether you are into history and culture or shopping and hidden gem this experience is for you. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive! Using GPS, our professional and fun tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure! Ideal for traveling between destinations, or as a one way stand alone tour. Over 55 points of interest include things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more! Don't just see your surroundings, hear what they have to say! Route. Trans-Canada Highway 1 & Coquihalla Highway 5 Freedom. Start anywhere along route & travel in either direction. Take detours & stop at attractions for as long as you like. Hands Free. Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour. Easy to Use. Download the app. Select the tour. Go! Trivia Fun. Each point of interest has a fun multiple choice trivia question. Keep score or just listen! Inexpensive. Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.