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Self-Guided Downtown Vancouver Audio Tour - Explore The Landmarks Of Vancouver From The Comfort Of Your Own Car

Do you want to explore the bustling charm of downtown Vancouver? Then go for a 'Self-Guided Vancouver Downtown Audio Tour'! A fabulous attempt to uncover the historical landmarks, stunning views, and cultural gems! This audio-driven tour facilitates you to enjoy the views and gems from the comfort of your own vehicle.

How to start the trip?

For the 'Self-Guided Vancouver Downtown Audio Tour,' you have to download the particular tour guide app on your smartphone. It will work as your personal tour guide and include a map and audio in one app. You have to buy one tour per car as everyone inside the vehicle listens together! The tour covers 8.9 miles of distance along with the essential landmarks of downtown Vancouver in 2-3 hours.

Itinerary

Your audio tour Vancouver downtown starts next to Victory Square. Visit the Colosseum-like public library where you can find more than 1.4 million books inside! Next, you pass the renowned Vancouver Art Gallery - a highlighted area where an exclusive range of artists, both natives and First Nation members showcase their artworks and skills. Spirits in a Landscape statue will welcome you to see creatures like fish, owls, etc., and learn about the influence of the First Nation in Canada. As you pass landmarks of Vancouver, you will hear and learn more about the First Nations.

Next is Stanley Park, larger than Central Park and once housed a large Squamish community. See the outstanding seawall and continue your self-guided audio tour Vancouver downtown to the Nine O'clock Gun. It is a cannon firing a shot at 9 pm every day. The audio tour will take you to Vancouver's famous Girl in a Wetsuit statue - it is a contemporary twist on the Little Mermaid. Then move to the Prospect Point Lookout for some fascinating ocean views. Continue to the Old English Bay Beach and learn about the first lifeguard of Vancouver.

Advance past the modern Kitsilano neighborhood - a playground established for professionals and celebrities. Then head to the University of British Columbia, the largest university in Vancouver. You could have seen the campus in many shows and Hollywood movies. Move along the Whistler Village - the host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Your audio driving Vancouver downtown tour will take you to Queen Elizabeth Park, the highest spot in the area. Continue the ride to learn about the Great Vancouver Fire. Then visit the most famous Granville Island - once a home of the Salish people. Your tour will end at the Canada Place!

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Steam Clock

A Gastown Steam Clock is located at the next intersection on our right. Steam-powered whistles and a small steam engine wind the clock. World's only working steam clock!

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Gastown

Gastown is one of Vancouver's original neighborhoods. Vancouver's core was founded in Gastown. John Deighton, an early settler and saloon owner who earned a reputation as a very talkative barkeep, gave it its name. The locals called him "Gassy Jack" because he talked so much!

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Victory Square

Victory Square is on our right as we pass it. We are about to cross Pender Street, which has the oldest street trees in the city! They were planted in 1897 by the city.

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Pickup Information

Your pick-up location and time will be mentioned in your booking confirmation email

Cancellation & Refund Policy

For a complete refund, you may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience.
You must cancel at least 24 hours prior to the commencement of the activity in order to get a complete refund.
You will not receive your money back if you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience begins.
The local time of the experience determines the cutoff times.
Less than 24 hours before to the experience's start time, modifications won't be permitted.

Other Information

At the time of booking, you will receive a confirmation
Wheelchair accessibility is not available
Public transportation is nearby
Participation is possible for most travelers
You'll receive a text/email with instructions once you book a tour. Use your unique password to access your tours after downloading the app (while connected to WiFi/signal). Launch the app at the Starting Point and begin touring. Audio starts automatically. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience. Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.
A good value: Buy one tour for the entire vehicle instead of taking the bus and paying per person. There will be a significant savings for you. You can connect your phone to your car speakers via a wire or Bluetooth. Together, listen to the tour as you drive.
Schedule Flexibility: Once you download the app/tour, you can use it any day and at any time. It can be used over a period of time. You can also use it on your next trip here. There is no expiration date on this tour.
You can preview the tour before the trip at home (highly recommended), use it during the trip, and use it afterward.
With the app, you'll get everything you need - a complete itinerary, travel tips, audio stories narrated by professionals, scripts, images, videos, deep dives, hidden gems, exciting locations, hikes, adventure, activities, treks, and stop-by-stop directions.
Your own car or a rental car can be used for a private tour. There are no crowds or groups to worry about. Install the tour app on your phone. Step-by-step instructions will be provided. You can take as many breaks as you like. Take a break for Instagram photos and lunch/snacks. Take a hike. When you start again, the tour will wait for you. The tour can even be done over several days. You can go at your own pace.
Once the GPS is activated, the stories begin playing themselves. You don't need to use your hands at all. HELP is available 24/7 by phone, chat, or email.
While touring, you don't need a cell signal or Wi-Fi. Offline GPS maps are available in the app.
On your phone, the tour will last as long as you live. Your next trip can begin on any day you choose.
To make a memorable trip, use clean (no crowds) app images of each spot to create a photo book. The app contains all the photos and the correct sequence.
You can share clean (no crowd) images on social media with your family and friends.
The tour/activity is private. Your group will be the only one participating

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Tour Exclusions

Drinks and food
$10 parking fee

Vancouver, British Columbia

Self-Guided Downtown Vancouver Audio Tour - Explore The Landmarks Of Vancouver From The Comfort Of Your Own Car

Tour Itinerary

Steam Clock

Gastown

Victory Square

Pickup Information

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Other Information

Tour Exclusions