Downtown Vancouver Sinners and Sweets Tour With VIP Access
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
All Fees and Taxes
A selection of 3 sweet treats
Entrance for private viewings of heritage buildings
Private transportation
What To Expect
Robson Street
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
Police corruption and the mistress who told the tale!
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Downtown Vancouver Sinners and Sweets Tour With VIP Access
Reviews
117 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A lovely little adventure
Jamie B,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rob was a great storyteller and guide. The tales were wild, the buildings were beautiful and the treats were delish.
Loved it!
Shweta391,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rob knows so many random tidbits and I loved all the stories he told and all the people he mentioned. I’m a history geek so I loved the way he told the stories so I could picture it and also connect it to present day world. Thanks so much Rob!
An Entertaining and Insightful Look into Vancouver’s Past
L5746SBdebbiem,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rob was an excellent storyteller. He relayed so many interesting and unbelievable historical details with humour and theatrics. He even had stories to accompany the sweet treats making them even tastier. Rob did an exceptional job recounting the indigenous experience , giving it the respect it deserves. The tour was well paced with opportunities to sit down, get away from the rain, and use a restroom. We are looking forward to trying some of the other tours Forbidden Vancouver provides.
It was fun and a great...
Katherine K,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was fun and a great tour of the city! Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend.
Marina was very entertaining .. The stories were fun..the sweets were awesome.. I wascwith 2 friends… It was perfect..
Catherine M,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You will not be disappointed..The walk was informative.. good humour..Marina’s pictures were great! We learned about history, buildings, characters. We had a delicacy from a bakery, chocolate, and macaroons…
Great way to learn about the sinful history of Vancouver
96davinc,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Rob as our guide - he was very knowledgeable, entertaining and engaging. Rob provided us with so much information about Vancouver's history that we wouldn't have learnt without doing this tour. It was a great little walk around downtown Vancouver and we visited a number of beautiful buildings and learnt about their sinful history. The walk was well paced for all of the people on the tour, with plenty of washroom stops. We had some Canadians with us on the tour who also learnt lots of new information about Vancouver. The sweets were very nice as well.
Delightful adventure!
552blythel,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Sinners and Sweets tour with Rob was an absolute delight! He does a brilliant job. The stories were intriguing, funny and also very moving. I cannot recommend it enough. And the treats? Perfection! We went back to each spot for more being the gluttons we are.
Sinners and Sweets Walking Tour A+
carolynhK8197CN,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was fabulous!! Our guide Marina Hanley was wonderful. She was personable, knowledgeable, humorous and made us very comfortable. We recommend this to anyone looking to learn about their city or a tourist looking for a unique to hear some untold and lost history. Enjoy!
interesting, informative and enjoyable tour
c cilev787,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rob was an excellent and knowledgeable guide, he is also a passionste and compelling story teller. We learned so much about the history, and this in a fun way. I enjoyed it so much that I immediately booked another forbidden tour.
Sinners and Sweets walking tour
Voyage37729368079,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rob was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide on a fascinating walking tour with lots of insights into the early history and rapid expansion of Vancouver. Lots of entertaining anecdotes of the corruption behind that expansion. Also stories of vaudeville and Vancouver’s place in the entertainment business. Poignant and important story of the residential schools. Highly recommended!
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