Vancouver · GASTOWN & CHINATOWN TOURS
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The oldest corners of the city hold the steam clock, the first saloon site, and the narrowest building in the country. Below are the best Gastown and Chinatown walks — history routes, food crawls, after-dark ghost tours — with prices, walking distances, and which dig deepest into the old town.
Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour in Vancouver: 3 hours, seven food tastings, beer and wine samples, plus landmark history for $116.
“Such great restaurant choices, fantastic variety and TWO dessert options. Loved that they include beverages (both alcoholic and non alcoholic options)”
Lost Souls of Gastown is a 1h45 gothic Vancouver walking tour with guided theatrical storytelling, stops at the Steam Clock, and dark 1800s tales.
“We learned some about the gastown. The stores where interesting. Our guide was very nice. Would recommend.”
Chef-led Chinatown walk in Vancouver with tea tastings, Dr. Sun Yat-sen Garden, shop visits, and a dim sum lunch.
“I discovered Bob Sung’s Chinatown tour through an online blog post, and it was an amazing experience for me and my parents! Bob was such a great tour guide; he was so knowledgeable about Chinese Canadian history, especially related to Vancouver. I will also be going back to some of the restaurants/bakeries/shops we visited because the food & tea we sampled were amazing (& I saw so many other delicious items to try). My perception and experiences of Vancouver’s Chinatown have been enriched by Bob, and I recommend that anyone who plans to go to Vancouver’s Chinatown sign up for this tour! Even if you’ve already visited Vancouver’s Chinatown before,…”
A fun 90-minute Gastown walk focused on Vancouver Prohibition, mobsters, and landmarks, led by pros at $29.29 per person.
“Lenard was a fabulous and informative guide. We loved hearing about the history of Gastown and the many interesting facts that were shared. An easy walk and very enjoyable morning!”
A 2-hour Gothic theatre walking tour through Vancouver’s Gastown, mixing documented tragedies with roving performances and chilling legends.
“The tour is well designed and provides, through a dramatic story, super interesting history tips about the city. The guide was talented, nice and funny. The whole group looked enjoying. Was a great time!”
Gastown food tour with 7 tastings, 3 drink pairings, Blood Alley stories, and a sweet finale. Small group of 12, 3 hours.
“Very tasty & fun experience led by Tracy, the perfect, knowledgeable guide! The afternoon was shared with a wonderfully compatible group.”
A 3-hour walking food tour through Vancouver’s Waterfront and Gastown, with 5 tastings, a cocktail, and real city history.
“This food tour was excellent from start to finish! The pace was relaxed (about 3 hours), and the food portions were generous. Our guide, Arsham, was fantastic—super informative, engaging, and fun. We learned so much about Vancouver’s rich history while enjoying some truly amazing food. The tour stops and tastings were well-curated and diverse: • Miku – signature Salmon Oshi Sushi (incredible!) • Meat and Bread – mouthwatering Porchetta Sandwich • Lee’s Donuts – classic Honey Dip Donut (a sweet treat!) • Pourhouse – perfectly done Scotch Egg • Gringo – tasty CBC Taco paired with a refreshing Margarita We had a great time and left full, happy, and more…”
A 5-hour Gastown pub crawl in Vancouver with four bars, DJ and karaoke stops, and a free shot with each first drink.
“Had a great time. The people were friendly and kept the vibe going all night. Each bar was unique. Thank you”
Small-group bike tour linking Gastown, Chinatown, and Granville Island with False Creek Seawall views and a short Aquabus ride.
“Fabulous bike tour - perfect way to start our weekend in Vancouver. Jeremy was fantastic - filled with interesting facts and history about the city. This was such a great way to get an overview of the city! Highly recommend. And the bike paths are extraordinary !”
Solve a timed murder mystery through Gastown with small teams, clue hunts, and iconic stops near Waterfront Station in Vancouver.
“This was a lot of fun. Really enjoyed the interactive way of exploring this part of Vancouver. Recommend for anyone who likes exploring and sleuthing.”
A 3-hour Gastown walking food tour with sushi, sandwiches, donuts, poutine-style comfort, tacos, plus a cocktail and local stories.
“Landon was great! We had a private tour as a group of 2 and it was a pleasant experience - great food choices and places we will revisit.”
Private 1h15 Gastown Origins tour in Vancouver with a guide, steam clock and 1914 station stops, ending near Canada Place.
“Our tour guide Ken was very friendly and knowledgeable of the history of the origins of Vancouver. We enjoyed the tour very much. We also received recommendations of other things to do during our stay in Vancouver. Thanks!”
Vancouver Gastown breakfast tour with 4 food tastings, coffee or tea, and a mimosa. Small-group walking route, plus Steam Clock photos.
“I was so impressed with this tour. I am coeliac and gluten free, and was so surprised when we visited Lee's Doughnuts in Gastown, that they had brought me a gluten free doughnut all the way from North Vancouver. The food was excellentRead more”
Small-group VIP car tour through Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown and harbor views, ending at Canada Place, with free photos and video.
“Excellent tour with a small group and great photos. Beautiful experience. The photo package is 100% recommended!”
Solve a Gastown murder mystery in a private Vancouver team game with a real detective, no app, and a 2-hour walk near Waterfront Station.
“My wife and I did the Vancouver Outdoor Murder Mystery in Gastown during a trip from Phoenix, AZ. We absolutely LOVED IT. Such a fun way to see parts of the city, and work together to solve puzzles and challenges as a couple. It felt like we were on the Amazing Race. The program is really well done, and is challenging, but not impossible. It's more than just a scavenger hunt, and requires some thought and deduction to get things right. I would highly recommend this activity for anyone looking to do something fun in Vancouver.”
