Overview
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.
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
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes
Two Stanley Park Routes Premium Content - Seawall and Inner
Mobile Device
Headphones
Mobile Data
Extra Battery Pack
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Head to the entrance of Stanley Park, both routes start near the address listed. When you get here, choose "Start this Route" in the web app and start whenever you are ready.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Use this url to unlock the VanWalks premium content in your favourite browser:
https://map.vanwalks.ca/?a=Ddvd1ZYyYy
VanWalks routes are meant to be enjoyed at your own pace and your own schedule. When you are ready, click the "Start this Route" button and you can embark on your adventure.
To get the most out of VanWalks, check the "How To" and "Tips" sections in the About `question mark` menu of the VanWalks web app (map.vanwalks.ca)
A data connection is recommended but Offline Mode can be used to download the routes in advance with a wifi connection. Then you can walk the route using static maps and not need a data connection.
Thank you so much for your purchase. Please email info@vanwalks.ca if you have any comments or questions.
What to expect
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Deadman's Island
Learn about Deadman's Island's rich history! From an Indigenous burial ground, to an immigrant burial ground, to a military base, a lot has happened here.
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Totem Poles
20 min
Unique to the Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest, the Totem Poles are Vancouver's hottest attraction. Learn about the history and techniques that led us to having these amazing works of art.
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Nine O"Clock Gun
5 min
The Nine O'Clock Gun is one of the oldest things in Vancouver. Learn how it got here and how it came to ring out every night at 9pm. Unless you are doing the route at night, you won't see it go off, but you can watch from Coal Harbour while enjoying a meal or a drink after the route.
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Brockton Point Lighthouse
5 min
The Burrard Inlet extends for quite a ways inland, at that makes the current here very strong. Find out why one of the first things to be built was a lighthouse.
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Girl In A Wetsuit
5 min
Only slightly ripped off from The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, our Girl In a Wetsuit has been resting on this rock for over 50 years! It's also a great place to check out the tides.
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Lions Gate Bridge
5 min
One of the most recognizable features of the Vancouver skyline, the Lions Gate Bridge has quite in interesting history. Our route passes right under the bridge so you can check out the architecture, and see the animals that call the bridge home.
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Prospect Point Lookout
10 min
You'll earn your ice cream treat when you climb to highest point in Stanley Park. The views are worth it! You can also skip this stop by sticking to the seawall trail, if uphill climbs aren't your thing.
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Siwash Rock
5 min
Check out one of the most iconic natural landmarks in the Vancouver area.
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Third Beach
5 min
Third Beach started as a military installation, but now boasts a beautiful sandy beach that often has a drum circle.
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Second Beach
5 min
This lovely park, beach and picnic area is actually the result of logging in the Stanley Park forest. Stop for a recharge at the concession stand.
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Lost Lagoon
5 min
Lost Lagoon used to connect to Coal Harbour. It was called Lost because it would disappear when the tide went out. Nowadays, Lost Lagoon is fresh water due to the road cutting it off from the ocean.
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Malkin Bowl
5 min
Check out one of the most unique venues in Vancouver. They've been running Theatre Under The Stars here since the 1940s.
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Stanley Park Pavilion
5 min
Check out this amazing wedding venue and rock garden. Also a good bathroom break.
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Vancouver Aquarium
3 hours
Officially, the route doesn't go into the Aquarium, but if you plan enough time, you can pop in for a few hours and continue the route after. It's an amazing aquarium with a focus on sustainability and ethical treatment of animals.
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Stanley Park Railway
40 min
Hop on the Mini Railroad for a spin around Stanley Park that will delight train lovers of all ages. The Parks Board had to become a federal railway company to build the railroad, and we are sure glad they did.
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Beaver Lake
20 min
An oasis of wilderness in the middle of the city, Beaver Lake is a great spot for animal watching.
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Stanley Park Rose Garden
10 min
Over one hundred years old, this rose garden boasts over 3500 rose bushes. Many of them are hybrids designed to bloom throughout the year, but the best time to see it is the summer.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Vancouver).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tours of Stanley Park
Can I cancel Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tours of Stanley Park for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Where does it start?
Head to the entrance of Stanley Park, both routes start near the address listed.
What's included?
- Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes
- Two Stanley Park Routes Premium Content - Seawall and Inner
What's not included?
- Mobile Device
- Headphones
- Mobile Data
- Extra Battery Pack
Which places does it visit?
It visits Deadman's Island, Totem Poles, Nine O"Clock Gun, Brockton Point Lighthouse, Girl In A Wetsuit, Lions Gate Bridge, Prospect Point Lookout, Siwash Rock.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
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