Vancouver: The Lost Souls of Gastown TourCity, Historical and Theme Tours
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Vancouver: The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour City, Historical and Theme Tours
- Vancouver
- €25.00 / person
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About this experience
TOUR DURATION: 1.5 hoursDEPARTURE TIME: 7.00 pm
MEETING POINT: Outside Buro Coffee at 356 Water St. in Gastown
LANGUAGE/S: English
OPENING SEASONS: From June 15 to November 30
WHO CAN COME: The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour is recommended for ages 14+, and we leave this to parent or guardian discretion. Babies are fine, just please be sure to step away from the group if the baby becomes fussy.
Overview
Take a tour of Vancouver and step inside a world of murder, revenge, and true grit in a dramatic history of Victorian Gastown. Stories of deadly fire and smallpox emerge from the shadows as you venture through cobblestone streets to the shocking finale in this unique performance-theatre experience.
◾ Dark tour of Vancouver's gruesome, frontier-town past.
◾ Tales of smallpox, fire and murder.
◾ Led by a professional actor.
◾ Explore the backstreets of Victorian era Gastown.
◾ Designed for adult audiences.
About this experience
TOUR DURATION: 1.5 hoursDEPARTURE TIME: 7.00 pm
MEETING POINT: Outside Buro Coffee at 356 Water St. in Gastown
LANGUAGE/S: English
OPENING SEASONS: From June 15 to November 30
WHO CAN COME: The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour is recommended for ages 14+, and we leave this to parent or guardian discretion. Babies are fine, just please be sure to step away from the group if the baby becomes fussy.
Description - What to expect
Venture into Vancouver's earliest and most gruesome history on this 90-minute walking tour. Follow the lamplight of your guide as you discover the terror of a Great Fire that ate up Gastown in minutes, the long-forgotten plague of smallpox, and the unsolved murder of John Bray.Designed for adult audiences, the experience is both a walking tour and a theatre piece. Your guide is a professional actor, performing in character throughout. Every story is grounded in documented Vancouver history, taken from the city archives. The plotline is woven together as the tragic tale of one person's life, ending in a dramatic finale in Gastown's Maple Tree Square.
Every one of Gastown's must-see sites and landmarks is visited on the walk, the oldest hotel, the Gastown Steam Clock, you'll see how Vancouver looked before and after the Great Fire, explore notorious Gaoler's Mews, and walk down the back alleys of Water Street to famous Maple Tree Square.
Do not expect a ghost tour or conventional walking tour – this is a performance experience that will pull you so deep into the swirling lamplight and darkened alleys of Gastown's murky past, you may have a hard time finding your way back out…
What's included, what's not
✔ Live commentary in English by a professional local actorLanguage/s
- English
Cutoff time before activity
- 2 days
Good to know - practical information
◾ Tours operate rain or shine, please dress for the weather◾ Comfortable, closed toe, walking shoes are advised. Please dress for the weather, rain gear, hat, etc. A little bit of cash for your guide, gratuities are always welcome!
Frequently Asked Questions
◾ Does the tour operate rain or shine?Yes, we only cancel in the event of a weather advisory. Please ensure you are prepared for rain :)
◾ Will you cancel the tour if a minimum number of guests is not met?
Yes - We must sell a minimum of 5 tickets to run the event.
◾ Are dogs allowed on this tour?
We allow emotional support and service dogs on tour only. Some guests may feel uneasy around dogs.
◾ Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes, though, there are some bumpy sidewalks and alleyways.
◾ Can I bring my children?
This tour is recommended for 14+, though parents and guardians; this is left up to your discretion. If you are comfortable with your child watching an episode of CSI, then our tours may be just fine for your children. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Health and safety
OUR COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURESOur priority is to protect the health and well being of our guides and guests. As such, we have implemented the following safety measures:
- Walking tours will take place completely outside.
- Temporary limit on group size of 20 on our public tours.
- Optional mask wearing and physical distancing for guests.
- Guests who are feeling ill, or have been in contact with anyone ill in the previous two weeks, should not attend.
These safety measures act in accordance with the guidelines set by the Province of British Columbia.
Description - What to expect
Venture into Vancouver's earliest and most gruesome history on this 90-minute walking tour. Follow the lamplight of your guide as you discover the terror of a Great Fire that ate up Gastown in minutes, the long-forgotten plague of smallpox, and the unsolved murder of John Bray.Designed for adult audiences, the experience is both a walking tour and a theatre piece. Your guide is a professional actor, performing in character throughout. Every story is grounded in documented Vancouver history, taken from the city archives. The plotline is woven together as the tragic tale of one person's life, ending in a dramatic finale in Gastown's Maple Tree Square.
Every one of Gastown's must-see sites and landmarks is visited on the walk, the oldest hotel, the Gastown Steam Clock, you'll see how Vancouver looked before and after the Great Fire, explore notorious Gaoler's Mews, and walk down the back alleys of Water Street to famous Maple Tree Square.
Do not expect a ghost tour or conventional walking tour – this is a performance experience that will pull you so deep into the swirling lamplight and darkened alleys of Gastown's murky past, you may have a hard time finding your way back out…