Vancouver Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Prohibition-Era Walking Tour
by Forbidden Vancouver
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How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$78Overview
This 90-minute walking tour covers Vancouver's Downtown and Gastown areas, focusing on the city's Prohibition era and its forbidden activities. The tour begins at the Cambie Bar & Grill, a local bar and restaurant with history dating back to the Gold Rush period, where the guide explains its significance. Next, the group stops briefly to learn about Vancouver's tallest building in 1910. The tour continues to the historic Woodward's building in Gastown, discussing its role in the city over the past century. Participants then walk through the cobblestone streets of Gastown, the historic centre of Vancouver, learning about Prohibition Commissioner Walter Findlay. The tour concludes at Hotel Europe on Maple Tree Square, the former site of a near beer parlour. The entire tour takes place outdoors and includes a professional guide. Guests should dress appropriately for the weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and participants are advised to arrive at least ten minutes before the start time.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cambie Bar & Grill
The Cambie Bar & Grill is a longtime Vancouver establishment, currently serving as a bar, hostel, and restaurant. It has historical ties going back to the Gold Rush period and is a key stop on the tour.
10 min
Drive-by
Participants hear about Vancouver’s tallest building in 1910 during a brief stop along the route.
2 min
Woodward's Building
The guide explains the historical role of the Woodward's building in Gastown, covering its significance to Vancouver over the last 100 years.
10 min
Gastown
The tour concludes on Gastown’s cobblestone streets, the historic centre of Vancouver, where much of the city’s early development took place.
30 min
Gastown Main Street
Guests explore Gastown’s main street and learn about Walter Findlay, the Prohibition Commissioner who enforced liquor laws during the era.
10 min
Hotel Europe
Located on Maple Tree Square in Gastown, Hotel Europe stands on the site of a former near beer parlour that was part of the Prohibition history.
10 min
Meeting point
Meet outside 356 Water street at the entrance to historic Gastown at Water and Cordova Streets.
End point
The walking tour ends at one of the most amazing views of the Vancouver Skyline. The start point is a quick 5-10 minute walk away, and the guide can provide a map and directions if needed.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Vancouver Forbidden Downtown and Gastown Prohibition-Era Walking Tour
by Forbidden Vancouver
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$78Overview
This 90-minute walking tour covers Vancouver's Downtown and Gastown areas, focusing on the city's Prohibition era and its forbidden activities. The tour begins at the Cambie Bar & Grill, a local bar and restaurant with history dating back to the Gold Rush period, where the guide explains its significance. Next, the group stops briefly to learn about Vancouver's tallest building in 1910. The tour continues to the historic Woodward's building in Gastown, discussing its role in the city over the past century. Participants then walk through the cobblestone streets of Gastown, the historic centre of Vancouver, learning about Prohibition Commissioner Walter Findlay. The tour concludes at Hotel Europe on Maple Tree Square, the former site of a near beer parlour. The entire tour takes place outdoors and includes a professional guide. Guests should dress appropriately for the weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and participants are advised to arrive at least ten minutes before the start time.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cambie Bar & Grill
The Cambie Bar & Grill is a longtime Vancouver establishment, currently serving as a bar, hostel, and restaurant. It has historical ties going back to the Gold Rush period and is a key stop on the tour.
10 min
Drive-by
Participants hear about Vancouver’s tallest building in 1910 during a brief stop along the route.
2 min
Woodward's Building
The guide explains the historical role of the Woodward's building in Gastown, covering its significance to Vancouver over the last 100 years.
10 min
Gastown
The tour concludes on Gastown’s cobblestone streets, the historic centre of Vancouver, where much of the city’s early development took place.
30 min
Gastown Main Street
Guests explore Gastown’s main street and learn about Walter Findlay, the Prohibition Commissioner who enforced liquor laws during the era.
10 min
Hotel Europe
Located on Maple Tree Square in Gastown, Hotel Europe stands on the site of a former near beer parlour that was part of the Prohibition history.
10 min
Meeting point
Meet outside 356 Water street at the entrance to historic Gastown at Water and Cordova Streets.
End point
The walking tour ends at one of the most amazing views of the Vancouver Skyline. The start point is a quick 5-10 minute walk away, and the guide can provide a map and directions if needed.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.