Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tour
Discover Vancouver's world-renowned Stanley Park on this 1-hour sightseeing tour. Step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn vehicle and travel in comfort through the natural beauty of the 405-hectare (1,001-acre) public park. Relax to the gentle clip-clop of the horse's hooves and the fresh scents of cedar and the sea. A fun and friendly guide fully narrates this storytelling adventure, featuring the famous Totem Poles, Girl in a Wetsuit statue, the Stanley Park Rose Garden, and more.
Please kindly review before booking:
A) Tours operate on a first come first served basis. We do not take reservations for a specific departure time. B) In the peak season there might be some wait time after the lunch hours, and unfortunately, we are not be able to guarantee seats availability after 3:00PM. C) Check in at the Ticket Booth first is required. You will be placed on the next available tour and handed your boarding pass. You would not be able to get on the carriage without a boarding pass.
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Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tour
What's included in Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)The touring carriages depart from the newly built and custom-designed departure station right next to the information booth for Stanley Park, overlooking Coal Harbour and the downtown core of the city of Vancouver, British Columbia.
The friendly and knowledgeable guide narrates the tour while traveling along Park Drive, overlooking the Seawall and the ocean. Go past the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club and Deadman's Island, also known as the HMCS Discovery, a Royal Canadian Navy Reserve. The ride includes a 5-minute stop at the famous totem poles. Feel free to get out and capture some great photos of this popular site.
Note: Please return to the same carriage to continue the tour.
The next stop is at the famous Girl in a Wetsuit Statue and the Empress of Japan Figurehead. Then the ride continues on the north side of Stanley Park with views towards North Vancouver and the Lions Gate Bridge, a suspension bridge that crosses the first narrows of Burred Inlet, connecting the City of Vancouver.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- The listed price does not include a variable parking fee to park in Stanley Park
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operating schedule is subject to change due to demand, weather conditions and capacity restrictions.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tour Departure Stations, right beside the Information Booth building, just inside the Georgia Street entrance to Stanley Park in Vancouver. Operating daily, departing approximately every 30-45 minutes, beginning at 10:00am (Mar 1 - Nov 30), and 10:30am Dec 1-15.
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Ticket Redemption
PLEASE NOTE: Your Viator voucher is valid for ONE ride during the hours of our operation on the day of your booking. These hours are noted on your Viator voucher and our website at stanleypark.com. We depart approximately every 30-40 minutes. Tours operate on a first come, first served basis. We DO NOT take reservations for a specific departure time. In the peak season there might be some wait time after the lunch hours, and unfortunately, we are not be able to guarantee seats availability after 3:00PM. Therefore, we highly recommend planning your visit for the first part of the day, if possible. Check in at the Ticket Booth window first is REQUIRED (right beside the meeting point at 735 Stanley Park Drive). You will be placed on the next available tour and handed your boarding pass. You would NOT be able to get on the carriage without a boarding pass. There is no need to call Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tours to reconfirm your booking. Operating schedule is subject to change due to demand, weather conditions and capacity restrictions.
