The Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Walking Tour
Explore Vancouver’s dirtiest Prohibition-era secrets. From mobsters and rum runners to corrupt politicians, this historical walking tour winds through Gastown’s most historic streets and alleyways – and most illicit stories.
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The Forbidden Vancouver Tour
The Forbidden Vancouver Tour is an interactive walking tour through Vancouver's prohibition history. You'll hear tales of mobsters, opium, and vice as you explore historic Victory Sq. and Chinatown.
What's included in The Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Cambie Bar & Grill
A Vancouver institution, now a lively local bar, hostel and restaurant. The Cambie has history dating back to the Gold Rush!
Hear about the tallest building in town in 1910!
Learn about the Historic Woodward's building in Gastown. What role it had in the city over the last 100 years.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet outside 356 Water street at the entrance to historic Gastown at Water and Cordova Streets.
End Points
- The walking tour ends in Maple Tree Square, Gastown, in the heart of Vancouver's restaurant and bar scene! The start point is just an easy 2 minute walk back, and the guide can provide a map and directions if needed.
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Ticket Redemption
• Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour start time so you can be checked in. Our tours depart on time and we don't want you to miss it! • We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to guests who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is cancelled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
