Downtown Vancouver Sinners and Sweets Tour With VIP Access

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The Sinners & Sweets Tour in action outside the old Post Office building — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Entrance to the Marine Building — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore inside Downtown Vancouver’s most famous heritage buildings as you discover the sinful history of the city’s past, and the delicious sweet treats of its present.

You'll enjoy a private VIP viewing inside Art Deco masterpiece the Marine Building as the incredible finale to this one-of-a-kind Vancouver experience. Don't miss out: we're the only Vancouver tour company approved for private viewings inside!

Vancouver is one of North America's most walkable cities. You'll enjoy a gentle stroll with your friendly and knowledgeable guide through the bustling streets of downtown as you weave a path from one beautiful heritage building to the next.

But beware...behind the ornate exteriors of these heritage beauties, lie tales of murder, corruption and scandal. Your guide will share all the juicy details from our city's shady past, while you savour gourmet goodies from some of Vancouvers very best pastry chefs and chocolatiers.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Forbidden Vancouver

Ages: Youth (10–18 years) · Adults (19–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Snacks: A selection of 3 sweet treats
Included: Entrance for private viewings of heritage buildings

Not included

Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Robson Street

10 min

Get off to a delicious start with your first sweet treat of the tour at the tour start point, rig tin the heart of downtown Vancouver
Robson Square

10 min

Police corruption and the mistress who told the tale!
Vancouver Art Gallery

10 min Admission not included

Learn the dramatic story of one of Vancouver's most prominent architects, and his wife... and her lover.
Stop 4

10 min

Admire the Streamline details of the 1930's masterpiece, Hotel Vancouver.
Stop 5

10 min

Learn about the history of Vaudeville in Vancouver!
Sinclair Center

10 min

The Great Depression and rioting in Vancouver
Stop 7

10 min

Learn about the most notorious may of Vancouver!
The Marine Building

10 min

Explore the jaw dropping details of the Marine Building and learn about one of the biggest real estate deals in Vancouver History.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide outside Old Navy on Robson and Granville Streets in Downtown, Vancouver.

End point

Your tour ends at Mink Chocolate Shoppe at 863 W Hastings St.

Using your ticket

Look for your guide outside Old Navy at 708 Robson Street, on the corner of Robson and Granville Sts. They'll have a great hat and a Forbidden Vancouver bag.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
ALLERGIES AND DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Please note, the treats served on this tour may contain gluten, eggs, dairy, and nuts, and are prepared in kitchens where these and other common allergens are present. If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, attend at your own discretion. Get a taste of Vancouver history storytelling (without the treats) on any of our other walking tours!