Guided Walking Tour of Gastown & Chinatown

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Duration:
Location: Vancouver, BC Canada | Vancouver, Canada


Category: Walking & Bike Tours

Highlights:
Visits to famous sites in Vancouver's historic neighborhoods
Seeing “Blood Alley” & the historic steam clock
Browsing a lively market & shops in Chinatown
Legend of “Gassy Jack,” for which the neighborhood was named
Tranquility in the exquisite Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden

Inclusions:
Guided walking tour of Gastown & Chinatown
Beverage tastings
Live narration in English

Description:

Take a walk through Gastown and Chinatown, two of Vancouver's most unique and diverse districts. An expert tour guide with anecdotes and insider information enlightens you on the history, culture, and modern excitement that these fascinating areas offer.

Your first stop is at Waterfront Station, where you can admire the amazing architecture of the local transit hub. Then walk through the cobblestone streets of Gastown, Vancouver's birthplace.

Explore legendary sites like the famous steam clock and “Blood Alley,” a charming side street with an infamous story behind it. Learn the tale of John “Gassy Jack” Deighton, the British seaman who opened Vancouver's first saloon.

The formerly seedy neighborhood now offers an array of pretty, independent boutiques peddling a mix of clothing and decor by local and international designers. Stop for a tasting at the Irish Heather, to mark the halfway point of the tour.

Stroll through the Carrall Street pedestrian zone to Chinatown to get an up-close view of the fascinating culture. Feel the unique and vibrant atmosphere of the lively Chinese market, herbal medicine shops and historical alleys. At the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, take a break to take a break and reflect.