Discover Vancouver's Gastown with a Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Explore Vancouver’s vibrant Gastown neighborhood on your own terms with the Vancouver Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt. This interactive experience takes you through historic streets filled with stories, quirky landmarks, and local legends—all at your own pace.
Using your phone, you'll solve riddles and complete challenges that guide you from one iconic spot to the next. No guides, no fixed start time—just download the app, and you're ready to go whenever suits you best.
Discover highlights like Waterfront Station, the lively Gassy Jack on his whisky barrel, and the famous Gastown Steam Clock—timed perfectly for a photo or a quick stop. The tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, making it a fun, flexible way to see Vancouver’s oldest blocks.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the tour last?
The self-guided scavenger hunt takes approximately 2 hours to complete, but you can start and pause whenever you like.
What languages is the app available in?
The app supports 24 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and many more. You can select your preferred language when starting the game.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, it’s suitable for children aged 0-9 and adults up to 90. It’s a family-friendly activity that everyone can enjoy.
Do I need a guide or join a group?
No guide is needed. This is a completely self-guided experience, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Are there any additional costs?
No, there are no entrance fees required. All puzzles relate to public areas, and the app is free to download.
What do I need to participate?
You need a smartphone with internet access, the free Explorial app, and your game code to start the tour.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
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Duration 2 hours
Check availability to see start times.
Live tour guide
Norwegian, German, Hindi, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, CMN, Greek, YUE, English, Italian, French, HU, Spanish, CS, UK, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Danish, RO, Dutch, Turkish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Free download of the Explorial App from your app store (iOS or Android required)
- Points and scoring system: compete with your group and try to beat the city’s high score
- Live location tracking: navigate easily with marked points of interest
- Learn about Vancouver’s stories, history, and legends
- Complete flexibility: start anytime, walk at your own pace, take breaks whenever you wish
- Self-guided tour with interactive riddles, trivia, and photo challenges
Not included
- Live guide: this is a fully self-guided experience, no guide will meet you
- Entrance fees: none required for the public areas involved in the puzzles
- This is not an audio tour but a gaming, sightseeing, and learning activity
Itinerary
Self-guided walking tour through Vancouver’s historic Gastown neighborhood, featuring landmarks, puzzles, and local stories.
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Waterfront Station
Start your adventure at the historic transcontinental train station, a hub of Vancouver’s past.
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Gassy Jack Statue
Meet the lively founder of Gastown, depicted on his whisky barrel, and learn about his story.
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Gastown Steam Clock
Time your visit to see the famous steam clock whistling on the hour—an iconic Vancouver sight.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point to begin your self-guided tour.
Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. After booking, you'll receive your game code via text and Viator message. Download the free Explorial app, then head to the meeting point and enter your 6-digit code to start exploring.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day before
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after purchase.
From $5.15 per person
- Free cancellation
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