Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tours of Stanley Park

4–5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Self-Guided Smartphone Walking Tours of Stanley Park, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Our online walking tours allow you to explore Vancouver at your own pace, on your own schedule. Our lightweight web app works on any device with a modern web browser. Start and stop when you like, grab a coffee, and continue when you are ready.

100% Human Generated. No AI Content.

Your virtual host, Chris King, has been living in Vancouver for 20 years and is excited to give you a unique look into the most interesting aspects of his city.

Our routes combine historical context, modern events, and local interpretation to provide an interesting and fun experience for tourists, new Canadians, and lifelong locals.

Routes are available in English and French

Audio is English only

Data Connection is recommended - Offline Mode available

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English, French
Operated by: VanWalks

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Chinatown and Coal Harbour Free Walking Routes
Included: Two Stanley Park Routes Premium Content - Seawall and Inner

Not included

Not included: Mobile Device
Not included: Headphones
Not included: Mobile Data
Not included: Extra Battery Pack

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Learn about Deadman's Island's rich history! From an Indigenous burial ground, to an immigrant burial ground, to a military base, a lot has happened here.
Stop 2

20 min

Unique to the Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest, the Totem Poles are Vancouver's hottest attraction. Learn about the history and techniques that led us to having these amazing works of art.
Nine O"Clock Gun

5 min

The Nine O'Clock Gun is one of the oldest things in Vancouver. Learn how it got here and how it came to ring out every night at 9pm. Unless you are doing the route at night, you won't see it go off, but you can watch from Coal Harbour while enjoying a meal or a drink after the route.
Brockton Point Lighthouse

Passing by

The Burrard Inlet extends for quite a ways inland, at that makes the current here very strong. Find out why one of the first things to be built was a lighthouse.
Girl In A Wetsuit

5 min

Only slightly ripped off from The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, our Girl In a Wetsuit has been resting on this rock for over 50 years! It's also a great place to check out the tides.
Lions Gate Bridge

Passing by

One of the most recognizable features of the Vancouver skyline, the Lions Gate Bridge has quite in interesting history. Our route passes right under the bridge so you can check out the architecture, and see the animals that call the bridge home.
Prospect Point Lookout

10 min

You'll earn your ice cream treat when you climb to highest point in Stanley Park. The views are worth it! You can also skip this stop by sticking to the seawall trail, if uphill climbs aren't your thing.
Siwash Rock

5 min

Check out one of the most iconic natural landmarks in the Vancouver area.
Third Beach

Passing by

Third Beach started as a military installation, but now boasts a beautiful sandy beach that often has a drum circle.
Second Beach

Passing by

This lovely park, beach and picnic area is actually the result of logging in the Stanley Park forest. Stop for a recharge at the concession stand.
Lost Lagoon

Passing by

Lost Lagoon used to connect to Coal Harbour. It was called Lost because it would disappear when the tide went out. Nowadays, Lost Lagoon is fresh water due to the road cutting it off from the ocean.
Stop 12

Passing by

Check out one of the most unique venues in Vancouver. They've been running Theatre Under The Stars here since the 1940s.
Stop 13

Passing by

Check out this amazing wedding venue and rock garden. Also a good bathroom break.
Vancouver Aquarium

3 hours Admission not included

Officially, the route doesn't go into the Aquarium, but if you plan enough time, you can pop in for a few hours and continue the route after. It's an amazing aquarium with a focus on sustainability and ethical treatment of animals.
Stop 15

40 min Admission not included

Hop on the Mini Railroad for a spin around Stanley Park that will delight train lovers of all ages. The Parks Board had to become a federal railway company to build the railroad, and we are sure glad they did.
Stop 16

20 min

An oasis of wilderness in the middle of the city, Beaver Lake is a great spot for animal watching.
Stop 17

10 min

Over one hundred years old, this rose garden boasts over 3500 rose bushes. Many of them are hybrids designed to bloom throughout the year, but the best time to see it is the summer.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Head to the entrance of Stanley Park, both routes start near the address listed. When you get here, choose "Start this Route" in the web app and start whenever you are ready.

End point

Head to the entrance of Stanley Park, both routes start near the address listed. When you get here, choose "Start this Route" in the web app and start whenever you are ready.

Using your ticket

Use this url to unlock the VanWalks premium content in your favourite browser:

https://map.vanwalks.ca/?a=Ddvd1ZYyYy

VanWalks routes are meant to be enjoyed at your own pace and your own schedule. When you are ready, click the "Start this Route" button and you can embark on your adventure.

To get the most out of VanWalks, check the "How To" and "Tips" sections in the About `question mark` menu of the VanWalks web app (map.vanwalks.ca)

A data connection is recommended but Offline Mode can be used to download the routes in advance with a wifi connection. Then you can walk the route using static maps and not need a data connection.

Thank you so much for your purchase. Please email [email protected] if you have any comments or questions.