Top Vancouver Self-guided Tours

Get your ticket to the Vancouver Lookout and enjoy breathtaking vistas of Vancouver’s beautiful cityscape. Perched high above the city, this 553-foot-tall (169-meter) tower offers panoramic views of main areas like the Gastown, Coal Harbour and Stanley Park, as well as the city’s gorgeous natural corners. Snap photos of the North Shore and Olympic Peninsula Mountains as you learn about the vibrant city of Vancouver.

Discover one of Vancouver’s natural wonders by bike on a morning or afternoon tour of Stanley Park. Cover more sights than you could on foot as you ride through the 1,000-acre (405-hectare) park, known as the city’s ‘Green Heart.’ Cruise by Third Beach, view First Nations totem poles in Brockton Point, and catch great views of the city skyline, mountains, and local wildlife. Along the way, learn about Vancouver’s rich history as a logging center and the park’s complex ecosystem.

Easily navigate traffic and parking with a street-legal golf cart! You can go almost everywhere in the City with our LSVs, and they're fully electric and so much fun to ride in! Drive around Stanley Park, stop at the beach, go to Granville Island, or even venture out of downtown to Kits Beach, or even Wreck Beach! The rental starts when you pick up, and you must return same-day before 11pm. This lets you stop when and where you want, and explore on your own schedule.

Get a glimpse into Vancouver’s rough and rowdy past on a walking tour of the historic Gastown neighborhood presented as a gothic theatrical adventure. Follow your actor-guide and 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.

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.

Transform Granville Island into your personal escape room with The Captain’s Puzzle Path. This self-guided adventure takes you through the vibrant streets of Vancouver’s artistic enclave, solving 21 unique challenges inspired by a whimsical sea captain. Encounter hidden murals, quirky sculptures, and delightful characters as you decode symbols and crack visual riddles. Designed for all ages, this urban quest is perfect for families, couples, or solo explorers looking to uncover the island's creative spirit, even on drizzly days. Capture your journey with plenty of Instagram-worthy moments and discover Granville Island like never before.

Looking for Halloween activities for kids in Vancouver? Make the spooky season special with a daytime family Halloween experience created for children ages 3–12. This Vancouver Halloween trolley tour combines trick-or-treating with music, games, costumes and a visit to Stanley Park in a fun atmosphere designed for children. Instead of a scary haunted house, families enjoy a playful adventure together. Kids get a costume contest, Halloween goodie bags, karaoke, interactive games and a family photo opportunity. It’s an easy way to add a memorable Halloween activity to your Vancouver family vacation or weekend plans. Parents and kids can dress up, sing along, search for hidden candy and enjoy the festive atmosphere from the comfort of a trolley. Whether you’re searching for things to do in Vancouver with kids, family-friendly Halloween events or a not-too-scary Halloween activity, this tour brings classic Halloween fun together in one exciting outing.

The North Vancouver Wacky Walks scavenger hunt is a royal-themed experience that will use an app to give you a list of items around the city to find and challenges to complete. Along the way, compete in royal tournaments to determine the King/Queen throughout the game. Gain points for your team by taking photos of the items you find and challenges you complete. The goal is to hold on to the King/Queen title the longest and gain as many points as you can. Play for as long as you want anywhere in the city you'd like. A remote host will be following along virtually and chatting with you if you need anything. Come reign in North Vancouver today!

Travelers that want to explore Whistler on a day trip from Vancouver typically need to rent a car and drive, which means focusing on the road rather than the landscape. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views on this sightseeing tour to Whistler, complete with a guide to whisk you there. Along the way you can see Downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park, enjoy views of Howe Sound, and take a few hours to explore Whistler independently.

Experience the ultimate road trip through British Columbia with FarOut Wilderness. This self-guided adventure takes you from Vancouver to Calgary, allowing you to explore lush rainforests, majestic mountains, and hidden gems. Enjoy the freedom of remote camping while discovering vibrant towns and breathtaking landscapes. The journey includes curated trail maps and camping guides for an unforgettable experience. - One-way trip maximizes your adventure without doubling back - Camp near stunning lakes and rivers in pristine wilderness - Paddleboard and fish in serene backcountry locations - Receive 24/7 support and custom itineraries tailored to your needs

Get to know Vancouver’s Gastown while having fun with friends or family on this murder mystery-style quest. Play detective for the day as your group is split up into teams and given an in-person briefing, as well as various tools and a map. Set out to solve a series of clues and challenges with the goal of discovering the killer behind a local murder.

Team up with your friends and family (appropriate for a group of 7–15 people) to save Vancouver from a mysterious organization called BLACKOUT! Challenge your group to see who can solve the mystery, as you divide into teams to roam downtown Vancouver and gather clues. Crack codes and live the life of a secret agent as you race against the clock to save the city.

Mud Bay magic takes cyclists 20 kms on the dykes of Boundary Bay - home to over 5,000,000 birds in an International Flyway.

Navigate the serene waters of False Creek in a tandem kayak, designed for two. Perfect for couples, friends, or parent-child duos, this self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace while soaking in the beautiful scenery. Share the paddle and create unforgettable memories as you glide through the tranquil waters, enjoying the sights and sounds of the vibrant surroundings.

Immerse yourself in the many cultures that make up the beautiful and vibrant city of Vancouver! It is the busiest port in Canada and a city known for its diversity and surrounding beauty. It is also one of the world's most liveable cities, and has a thriving arts scene. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this fascinating city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Enjoy a taste of Vancouver’s hip craft brewery scene at three highly rated breweries. You’ll sample a nice variety of locally crafted brews while someone else does all the driving. Meet downtown at the Waterfront Station for a small group tour that includes VIP tours at each of the breweries, plus priority seating to get you to the beer quicker!

Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure!

Cover more ground in less time and explore what Vancouver has on offer on an e-scooter or electric unicycle (EUC)—a playful way to see the city's top landmarks. Follow your tour leader past locations such as Chinatown, Granville Island, and False Creek, and chat about the city's history as you go. End your tour back at the starting point, ready to continue your Vancouver adventure.

Cycle along the seawall and through some of Vancouver’s most popular neighborhoods with your small group and a guide. You’ll see Gastown, Yaletown, Chinatown (with a stop at the serene Dr Sun Yat-Sen Garden) and Strathcona—Vancouver’s oldest residential neighborhood.  There will be time for a walk through the market on Granville Island before concluding the 11-mile (18 kilometer) trip.

If you’re bored by traditional sightseeing, this smartphone-guided quest makes for a fun alternative. Discover parts of Vancouver you might otherwise not get to see while teaming up with family or friends to figure out clues, perform challenges, and solve puzzles along the way. A remote guide is on hand for two hours to offer help along the way.

Survive an apocalypse in Langley today with Zombie Scavengers! An app will provide you with a list of items needed to survive the zombies. Find these items in any order you'd like and perform fun zombie themed challenges for points. Come up with a system to get the most points in order to survive the zombie apocalypse. Your friendly remote host will help you throughout the game via chat. Get enough points to survive the zombie apocalypse in Langley today!

Zombie Scavengers takes you on an adventure in New Westminster to survive the zombie apocalypse! Use our app and some strategy to find a list of items needed to survive, in any order you'd prefer, around the city. Find the survival items to get points and do fun zombie themed challenges for points as well. Contrive a plan to get your survival team the most points in order to survive the apocalypse! Your remote host will follow along virtually and provide support if you need it. Can you survive the apocalypse in New Westminster?

Explore Vancouver’s English Bay and Howe Sound in style during this 3-hour jet ski rental from Granville Island. Start with a safety briefing before you take to the waves at your leisure, zooming through English Bay and around Howe Sound’s 22 islands. Enjoy stunning views of Vancouver’s rugged coastline along the way.