The 15 Best Walking & Ghost Tours in Vancouver

1.Vancouver Lost Souls of Gastown Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,273 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $29Our pick

Follow a costumed storyteller through Gastown’s alleys, cobblestone streets, and historic corners. You’ll hear about the Great Fire, smallpox, Madam Birdie Stewart, and an unsolved murder, with guides such as Vanessa, Chris, Zoe, and Colin bringing the tales to life. Expect outdoor theater more than a traditional ghost hunt.

“Super tour with a guide who was in character and told stories throughout about her fictional hard life in Vancouver which touched on various historical events. She had photos of real people and places which she had incorporated into her ghoulish tales. Very well done as she brought the history to life, almost too well! With comedy and tragedy mixed in. You had to use your imagination at times as certain buildings don’t exist anymore. Well worth the money.”

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2.A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 610 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $122

Join chef-guide Bob Sung, and occasionally Thomas or Kenson, for a four-hour walk through Vancouver Chinatown. You’ll visit Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, taste BBQ and pastries, browse cookware and herbal shops, learn Chinese Canadian history, and finish with dim sum and tea.

“Our Chinatown food tour with Bob was an absolute delight! Not only did we enjoy an incredible variety of delicious dishes—some familiar favorites and others completely new to us—but we also felt truly immersed in Bob’s culture and his deep connection to this historic neighborhood. His knowledge of the area seems endless, and visiting a traditional Chinese garden followed by a local museum where his own family is part of the story added such a personal and meaningful touch. We were a group of six with several dietary restrictions, and Bob went above and beyond to make sure everyone was accommodated and comfortable. Every stop was thoughtful, and every bite…”

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3.The Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 476 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Walk from Water Street through downtown Vancouver and Gastown with guides such as Glenn, Rob, Lenard, and Rowan. Expect Prohibition-era stories, old buildings, mobsters, politicians, showgirls, and a final skyline view. The 90-minute route runs in all weather and allows up to 20 people.

“The gentleman who led the tour was terrific. He gave us wonderful information in a creative way. This was the best tour I’ve taken in years”

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4.Gratuity-Based Vancouver City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 320 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $5

Start at Canada Place and walk through downtown Vancouver to Gastown, stopping at the Marine Building, Public Library, Robson Street, Terry Fox Memorial, Waterfront Station, Victory Square, and the Steam Clock. Guides such as Daniel, Fiorella, Monica, and Alexis add local history, humor, and practical tips.

“Andrea was knowledgeable about the history of Vancouver and we had a great tour. Group size was a bit big for me but she made sure everyone enjoyed”

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5.Ancient Trees of Vancouver Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $56

Join tree expert Colin Spratt for a three-hour walk through Stanley Park’s remaining old-growth forest. Along easy park trails, you’ll see ancient western red cedars, towering Douglas firs, and notable maples while learning about Indigenous history, forest ecology, logging, and conservation through old maps, postcards, and photographs.

“Probably not something I would have done had our friends not highly recommended it. They loved it and so did we! Colin is great! Sooo knowledgeable! Definitely changes the way you think about trees. We learned so much and will absolutely look at them differently now. A MUST DO!”

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6.Vancouver Secrets of Stanley Park Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 208 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29

Walk Stanley Park with a local English-speaking guide and hear stories of Indigenous communities, smallpox, hidden cemeteries, war, crime, and vanished settlements. Guides such as Glenn, Rob, Aislynn, Cole, and Theo bring the park’s less familiar stories to life. The tour starts and ends near the Vancouver Aquarium.

“This tour offers a great historical perspective on how Stanley Park came to be and includes some of the more sordid historical events affecting indigenous peoples. Our guide, Ashlyn, was an excellent story teller...animated, humorous, and well informed. She was a delight and made the 2 hour tour fly by.”

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7.Talking Trees: Stanley Park Indigenous Walking Tour Led by a First Nations Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Meet a First Nations cultural ambassador at Stanley Park Bus Loop, then walk about 2 kilometers through forest trails around Beaver Lake. Guides such as Gavin, Shay, Alfonso, and Wes share personal stories, Coast Salish traditions, plant uses, and a cup of Talaysay Hush Tea.

“I felt like escaping the summer crowds and connecting with nature so booked this tour. When I saw Alfonso waiting there with his ancestral drum I knew I had made the right decision. It was just the two of us and he shared from the heart about the forest, the plants and some history. I appreciated that he told his whole story - it touched me deeply and continues to resonate. Highly recommended. Thank you Alfonso!”

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8.Street Art and Craft Beer 2 in 1 Walking Tour Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Walk from Olympic Village through False Creek and Mount Pleasant, viewing Vancouver Mural Festival works, visiting Beaumont Studios, and tasting local beer. English-speaking guides such as Alexis, Erica, Andrew, Fran, and Cameron lead this three-hour, maximum-12-person outing.

“This experience was a great look at Vancouver's murals (they have a mural festival every year) in addition to some excellent craft beer! My husband prefers art, and I prefer beer, and this satisfied both of us - our tour guide, Erika, was very knowledgeable and friendly, and we had a fun overall experience together! One thing to note is that it is a walking tour - outside - so dress accordingly!”

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9.North Vancouver Walking tour with Local Tastings and Ferry ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

Meet your guide at Waterfront Station, cross by SeaBus, then eat your way through Lonsdale Quay and the Shipyards District. Expect six food tastings, three alcoholic drinks, local history, four sit-down stops, and about ten blocks of walking with one hill.

“Lots of good history of the area along with many tasty bites. Rachel was very knowledgeable and fun!”

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10.Vancouver Street Art and Craft Coffee 3 Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $69

Start at Olympic Village at 9:30 a.m. with a guide such as Alexis, Amy, Joshua, or Kelly, then visit Beaumont Studios, meet Honest to Pete coffee makers, taste a specialty latte and cupping sample, and finish among Mount Pleasant murals.

“Great guide with a lot of good info about Vancouver. Good selection of various art work and good coffee.”

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11.Spoken Treasures: Stanley Park Indigenous Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $56

Spend 75 minutes walking 1.1 km through Stanley Park with an Indigenous Cultural Ambassador such as Shae or Patrick. Hear First Nations stories about the land, trees, ceremonies, and totem poles, then finish at the park’s celebrated Totem Poles. Groups are capped at 10 and the tour is offered in English.

“Excellent. The Guide was wonderful. A past educator. Answered all of our questions and gave us loads of information. Worthwhile tour to take. And, at the end of the tour, our guide served us a cup of hot tea.”

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12.Stanley Park Highlights 2.5 Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

This 2.5-hour guided walk takes you from Stanley Park’s totem poles through rose gardens, forest trails, Beaver Lake, and waterfront viewpoints. Guides including Alexis, Fio, Erika, Cameron, Ondrej, and Fernando bring local history, Indigenous stories, ecology, and photo tips to a small-group route priced at $34.99.

“Today we had an amazing tour with Fio, she was very kind and explained everything very well. I recommend taking this tour.”

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13.Street Art & Craft Coffee Walking Tour w/ Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11 reviews · from $71

Walk Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant with a local guide, see more than 20 murals, visit The Beaumont Studios, and taste coffee at two local stops. You’ll enjoy a latte, a nitro cold brew, and a Vancouver-style cupping in a group limited to eight.

“It was a great and different kind of tour. We had Fran as our tour guide and she showed us some fantastic spots of art and local coffee. Great tour!”

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14.Vancouver Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32

Walk Vancouver’s historic center with an English-speaking guide, often Sarah, in a group capped at 15. From Waterfront Station and Gastown to Chinatown, Victory Square, and the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden, you’ll hear city stories, Indigenous perspectives, and practical tips for the rest of your stay.

“Sarah was a great tour guide, very informative and interesting. We learnt a lot about the history of Vancouver and enjoyed the 2 hours.”

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15.Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tour of Gastown

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $4Best value

Use your phone to follow an English self-guided tour from Waterfront Station to Victory Square. In 2 to 3 hours, hear stories about the Steam Clock, Blood Alley, Gassy Jack, Woodward’s, old pubs, the Police Museum, and Vancouver’s early power struggles.

“App did not work, had to call customer service. Girl on customer was super helpful and sent me a link. Just unfortunate it didn’t work at the beginning.”

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