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Vancouver City Tour with Vancouver Lookout Visit

Starting From From $98.44 per person Current Project Expedition rate
4 Hours 30 Mins 4.08 / 5 4 reviews Easy activity level Single Day Group Tour Operated by Big Bus Tours Ltd
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Explore downtown Vancouver from all angles on this dynamic tour encompassing landmark city sights, the oceanfront vistas, architectural wonders, and unbeatable views from 169 metres above sea level. Sights to be visited: Stanley Park: Totem Park, home to several First Nations Totem Poles English Bay: Urban beach offering up gorgeous ocean views and photo opportunities Granville Island: Artisan public market showcasing locally produced food, art, and music Robson Street: Epicentre of cutting-edge fashion & shopping Gastown: Home to Vancouver’s beginnings, and the world-famous Steam Clock Chinatown: 2nd largest Chinatown District in North America Vancouver Lookout: Observation deck with 360º views perched high above the city (admission included) Canada Place: National landmark, cruise ship terminal, and 2010 Olympic Cauldron

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Downtown Vancouver's sports, arts, and financial areas, Canada Place, and Robson Street
  • Circumnavigate Stanley Park, voted the best urban park in the world
  • Beautiful ocean views of English Bay
  • Historic Gastown and Chinatown
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

This tour of culturally rich Vancouver begins with an introduction to the downtown core, including Canada Place and Robson Street. Wind through historic and modern architectural wonders on the route to Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre natural oasis, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. Stop in Totem Park to see the First Nations Totem Poles up close, and gaze upon ever-changing rainforest and shoreline scenery on the way through the park. Continue to the enchanting sights of English Bay beach area, followed by the eclectic Granville Island Market. This artisan’s market embodies the ideal of handcrafted, with all food, art, and music locally produced, as a labour of love. Top off this adventure with a glass elevator ride 169 metres above the streets, at the Vancouver Lookout, for views of the ocean framed by the lush Coastal Mountains, busy city, and rugged shoreline. This tour is a great introduction to the scenic and historic highlights of beautiful Vancouver.

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Vancouver

City/Town Tour.

Continued

Vancouver

Sightseeing at Chinatown, Vancouver.

Continued

Vancouver

Sightseeing at Granville Island.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

The public market and colourful culture of Granville Island Experience Vancouver from 169 metres (553 feet) above it all at the Vancouver Lookout Leg-stretching stops at the Totem Poles and Prospect Point

Not Included

Meals are not included unless specified within the description or highlights of the tour. Driver gratuities are not included.

What to Bring

Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather depending on the season. Check the weather prior to arrival in Vancouver. Bring an umbrella or rain jacket just in case of inclement weather. Don't forget your camera!

Meeting & Pickup

We offer hotel pick ups at most Downtown Vancouver hotels. Our main meeting location is at 999 Canada Place Way, Welcome Kiosk. We do not offer pickups in Richmond. Update: Due to ongoing construction on Beatty Street and surrounding road closures, our tour buses are unable to provide pick-up or drop-off service at the following downtown hotels until further notice: Georgian Court Hotel - 773 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M4 Hotel Blu - 177 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0N3 Hampton Inn - 111 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2A8 For all guided tours, we kindly request that guests staying at the above-listed hotels meet us at the Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown – 180 W Georgia St (lobby entrance).

Languages Offered

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Before Booking

We offer hotel pick ups at most Downtown Vancouver hotels. Our main meeting location is at 999 Canada Place Way, Welcome Kiosk. We do not offer pickups in Richmond. Update: Due to ongoing construction on Beatty Street and surrounding road closures, our tour buses are unable to provide pick-up or drop-off service at the following downtown hotels until further notice: Georgian Court Hotel - 773 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M4 Hotel Blu - 177 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0N3 Hampton Inn - 111 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2A8 For all guided tours, we kindly request that guests staying at the above-listed hotels meet us at the Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown – 180 W Georgia St (lobby entrance).

Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic

Traveler Impressions

What travelers are saying

2025-06-30 5.00 / 5

Great day seeing the highlights of Vancouver. We really enjoyed the city.

2025-06-20 5.00 / 5

Great overview of the city, led by a lifelong resident who was a treasure trove of knowledge.

2024-07-24 5.00 / 5

Vancouver is a wonderful city and we were so impressed with our driver, Jason!

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