Top British Columbia Walking Tours

Get your bearings in a new city, while familiarizing yourself with its food scene by booking this Vancouver Gastown food and history tour. Walk with your group and guide through the cobblestone streets of one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, stopping at eateries as you go. Your guide tells stories of Vancouver’s Wild West history as you sample some of the best food of the area.

You might not guess from its pretty gardens and charming streets, but the city of Victoria is full of ghosts—or at the very least, spooky ghost stories. On this after-dark tour, see a new side of the city when you follow your guide through some of the most haunted spots in town, hearing the creepy and macabre tales from Victoria’s past as you go.

See the beauty of Victoria up close on a walking tour that combines passionately researched history and culture. The tip-based tour lets you decide the worth of your journey as you stroll through Victoria's enchanting neighborhoods and visit its iconic landmarks. Learn something new about the city whether you're new to Victoria or a returning visitor.

Explore a mysterious forest and travel down an old trapper’s path known as the Medicine Trail on this small-group snowshoe tour. Gaze at giant cedar, fir, and hemlock trees, sample teas made from medicinal plants that grow on the route, and learn about the history of the area from your guide. A moderate level of fitness is required for this tour.

Get an informative overview of Vancouver in just a few hours with this tips-based walking tour. Determine the price of the tour for yourself after exploring the city through the eyes of your local guide. Visit several of the city’s highlights, like Coal Harbour and the Marine Building, and learn about its history and Indigenous communities.

Experience Victoria’s storied history with this 2-hour walking tour through the city’s most popular and bustling tourist spots. Marvel at the unique architectural style of the Empress Hotel and BC Legislative Building in the Inner Harbour, before walking Bastion Square’s iconic cobblestone streets, and discovering the fusion style of Market Square and Chinatown’s vibrant and history-rich neighborhoods.

Explore Granville Island’s many eateries and food stalls on this small-group food walking tour. Explore one of the city’s most popular food markets while stopping for a curated selection of gourmet dishes and small plates, and even a craft cocktail, as you listen to stories about the city’s rich culinary history.

Get a glimpse into Vancouver’s rough and rowdy past on a walking tour of the historic Gastown neighborhood. Hear haunting tales of the city’s darkest days, when fires, smallpox and gold dust fever swept through the frontier outpost. Visit the neighborhood’s landmarks and historic sites as your guide evokes the thieves, hustlers and vagabonds that made the west so wild.

Discover the best that Vancouver has to offer as you embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city’s top landmarks. Your day includes walks through popular neighborhoods such as Gastown, Chinatown, and Granville Island as well as stops at the Vancouver Lookout, Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Brockton Point Totem Pole. While you explore, your guide provides information about the city’s history and cultural makeup.

Enjoy a more immersive way to explore the natural highlights of Vancouver's Stanley Park—and benefit from the knowledge of an Indigenous guide—on this walking tour. Led by a First Nations cultural ambassador, this tour provides insight into how Native people have lived on and managed the land for countless generations. A little more than 1 mile (2 kilometers) long, this accessible walk offers an educational activity for families and history buffs.

Spend an afternoon discovering the culinary scene of North Vancouver on this group walking tour. An in-the-know guide takes you through the Lonsdale Quay Market and the historic Shipyards District to enjoy several tastings from local vendors. Gain insight into the area’s shipbuilding industry and enjoy skyline views along the scenic waterfront.

Explore Victoria's history and culinary scene on this two-in-one, small-group walking tour of the British Columbian capital. Follow a guide to highlights such as the Parliament Buildings, the Inner Harbor, Fan Tan Alley, the Harmonious Gates of Interest, and the Victoria Public Market. Along the way, stop for food tastings of local products.

Soar through the air like an eagle in flight on this zipline adventure! Just a half hour from central Victoria, this Vancouver Island zipline park features eight different ziplines that span more than 1,000 feet (305 meters). Your small group will also go on a 10-minute ATV ride and you'll traverse two suspension bridges high above the forest floor. Two tour guides accompany you on this two-hour tour; they'll share insight about the environment and answer any questions to ensure a safe, fun and exhilarating experience in the British Columbia temperate rainforest.

Join an evening excursion and follow cryptic radio transmissions and the lingering traces of two long-ago hikers to find the scenic trailhead where the real journey begins. This pathway leads toward a place filled with beauty, and proof that the legends of Whistler are true. Moment Factory, a global leader in video, lighting, sounds and special effects, will bring Whistler’s forests to life this summer with a brand-new show. This 1.5 km (summer) / 1km (winter) trail through an old growth forest will take visitors of all ages on an hour-long multimedia night walk in pursuit of hidden wonders. The entire experience takes place outside within a trail network which is partially levelled but not asphalted. The course initially heads up the hillside through a moderate gradient and a few sets of stairs before heading back down - the back half of the course is flatter. Including up and down, there are roughly 275 staircase steps.

There is a world of ancient trees to discover within walking distance of downtown Vancouver. Take a tour of Vancouver’s last ancient forest, located in Stanley Park. Gaze in awe at 800-year-old cedars, towering firs, and more. Discover the park’s history and explore how the forest has evolved over the years, piecing together its past with old maps, postcards, and photographs.

Stanley Park is perhaps the top attraction when visiting Vancouver. There is so much to see in this 1000acre park. From incredibly beautiful natural spots to historically significant locations and stunning lookouts, this tour provides it all. The use of e-bikes gives us the ability to cover so much ground as well as pick up and drop off at your accommodation anywhere in Vancouver proper makes it hassle free, simple and easy.

What if I told you that most travelers never truly experience Vancouver? They admire the skyline, walk along the waterfront, and think they’ve seen it all, but they miss the hidden lanes, local stories, and historic corners that give the city its real soul. Without a local guide, it’s easy to pass by the rich history, unique neighborhoods, and vibrant culture without noticing. Exploring on your own might show you the sights, but you risk missing the heartbeat of Vancouver and the secrets only insiders know. This Vancouver Walking Tour changes that. Your guide tailors the experience to your interests, taking you from iconic landmarks to the hidden gems most visitors never find. Discover Vancouver beyond the surface, authentic, historic, and unforgettable.

Our #1 Rated historical & cultural walking tour offers guests a unique way to learn about the food & culture of Kelowna through a jam-packed three-hour local experience. Hear the stories you won't find in any brochure, meet the people who actually make this city so great, & taste the food/drinks that put Kelowna on the international culinary stage. With us you get the personal know-how, & local insight, from Andrew (Owner/Guide) who started this business 5 years ago. He grew up in the Okanagan & worked at his Grandparents Orchard in Oyama. The tour starts at the historic Laurel Packinghouse, and winds its way through the stunning lakeside Cultural District. Soak in the picturesque Waterfront Boardwalk on Okanagan Lake, discover local art, secret gardens, waterfalls, & so much more! Along the way we include 7 tantalizing tastes & 4 drink visits at authentic & unique local businesses (Adult Beverages, Non-Alcoholic, & Kids are all catered to). Come hungry & savour Downtown Kelowna!

Discover Vancouver’s bootlegging, rum-running, prohibition past on a walking tour through Victory Square and Gastown. Visit landmark buildings and historic sites as your guide brings the past to life with stories of the corrupt politicians, mob bosses, and showgirls that ruled the city’s dark side. Hear how the city bloomed from a frontier outpost to a cosmopolitan hotspot, and finish your walk in Gastown, where speakeasies and gambling dens have been given way to chic restaurants and hip bars.

Avoid the tourist traps—and visit the beloved independent food businesses that locals love—on this small-group walking tour of downtown Victoria. With expertise from your gourmet guide, you'll visit some of the best eateries in the area, and can look forward to sampling everything from French macarons and Korean hot dogs to Middle Eastern street food and more. As you go, chat with shop owners and chefs to gain insight into Victoria’s thriving culinary scene.

Discover an insider perspective on one of Vancouver's top destinations for food lovers on this small-group tasting tour of Granville Island Public Market. Learn about Vancouver’s eclectic food culture, browse diverse products, and meet local artisans and vendors. Look forward to tasting regional foods, from fine cheeses and meats to local tea and freshly baked goods. Plus, get insider tips from your guide on the area's best eateries.

Discover the British Columbia coastline by land and sea on this full-day guided tour. After departing Vancouver, hop aboard a boat and journey through the Gulf Islands, before heading to Victoria to explore the historic city’s nature-filled architecture. Then, head to the Butchart Gardens to take in the park’s serene themed gardens.

Explore Vancouver your way on this private and personalized walking tour. You will be thoughtfully paired with a like-minded host who creates a fully customized itinerary based on your preferences and interests. Whether your interests are in history, nature, or contemporary culture, you'll enjoy a tailor-made Vancouver experience lasting 2 to 5 hours.