Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown

Our online walking tours allow you to explore Vancouver at your own pace, on your own schedule. Our lightweight web app works on any device with a modern web browser. Start and stop when you like, grab a coffee, and continue when you are ready. 100% Human Generated, no AI Content. Updated for 2026. Your virtual host, Chris King, has been living in Vancouver for 20 years and is excited to give you a unique look into the most interesting aspects of his city. Our routes combine historical context, modern events, and local interpretation to provide an interesting and fun experience for tourists, new Canadians, and lifelong locals. Routes are available in English and French Audio is English only Data Connection is recommended - Offline Mode available

1. 1

   Waterfront Station

   5 min

   Learn about Waterfront Station, one of the most haunted buildings in the city.

2. 2

   Harbour Centre

   Pass by

   With it's iconic tower and famous exterior facing elevators, Harbour Centre is one of the first landmarks people notice in Vancouver

3. 3

   Gastown Steam Clock

   15 min

   Learn about the oldest and most famous Steam Clock in the world! It's not as old as you might guess.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   Pass by

   Once the site of public executions in Vancouver, Blood Alley now hosts some trendy restaurants.

5. 5

   Maple Tree Square

   5 min

   Maple Tree Square is one of the most important intersections in Vancouver. The first pub that kicked off Vancouver was opened here by Gassy Jack. And more recently his statue was torn down by protestors. Find out why on the tour!

6. 6

   Hotel Europe

   Pass by

   The Hotel Europe was the fanciest building in town when it was new. When a nicer hotel opened downtown, it became a brothel.

7. 7

   Vancouver Police Museum & Archives

   Pass by

   Built in a former coroner's office, the Police Museum has lots to see. There is a whole room for confiscated weapons, and the morgue room has a whole wall of preserved tissue samples,

8. 8

   Stop 8

   Pass by

   Woodward's was Canada's foremost department store for a long time. Find out why the locals were so sad when it closed and how the redevelopment affected the neighbourhood.

9. 9

   Cambie Bar & Grill

   Pass by

   Vancouver's oldest operating pub has survived prohibition and so much more!

10. 10

    Stop 10

    Pass by

    The Dominion Building was the tallest in the British Empire when is was finished, but it only held that honour for two years before another nearby building was completed,

11. 11

    Victory Square

    Pass by

    Learn about this important park and how Canada's contributions in the World Wars helped build our identity as a nation.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.