Photography & Walk at Night
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a 1 hour excursion to Vancouver’s iconic location - Gastown. Led by an experienced photographer and tour guide, you’ll learn to take amazing photos of the locations’ best spots and learn their history, especially at night time. You will walk through the cobble-stoned streets of Gastown with its famous Steam Clock as well as other hidden gems. You’ll end the tour with a glimpse of the city’s best dining and watering holes, as well as recommendations for other spots perfect for night photography.
For photos, we'll cover techniques like long exposure for DSLR cameras as well night shots with camera phones. Alternatively, we can do photo shoots instead of learning photography if that's your interest. The best camera to bring are DSLRs but you’re also free to use your camera phone.
Comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing, camera (any kind) and a sense of adventure required!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Photoshoot
Professional photographer guide
Guided small-group city tour
Borrow DSLR camera and tripod
Food and drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
Gastown
Enjoy a 1 hour excursion to Vancouver’s iconic location - Gastown. Led by an experienced photographer and tour guide, you’ll learn to take amazing photos of the locations’ best spots and learn their history, especially at night time. You will walk through the cobble-stoned streets of Gastown with its famous Steam Clock as well as other hidden gems. You’ll end the tour with a glimpse of the city’s best dining and watering holes, as well as recommendations for other spots perfect for night photography. For photos, we'll cover techniques like long exposure for DSLR cameras as well night shots with camera phones. Alternatively, we can do photo shoots instead of learning photography if that's your interest. The best camera to bring are DSLRs but you’re also free to use your camera phone. Comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing, camera (any kind) and a sense of adventure required!
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Photography & Walk at Night
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must-Do Photography Tour with Nafees
Journey47221374121,
Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nafees, our guide and photographer, was fantastic—he not only shared fascinating history and details about Gastown and Chinatown but also made the experience engaging and fun. The walk through Gastown’s streets was magical, with its iconic Steam. Nafees’s photography skills were outstanding—he captured incredible professional shots of the town and myself, making the experience even more memorable. Whether you're into photography or just want stunning pictures from your trip, this tour is perfect.
A unique perspective of Gastown at Night
H8953EPjohny,
Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Gastown Night Photography Tour was unique in that we learned about the neighborhood and saw it from a different perspective. Despite our mistake of booking the wrong day, Nafees was very flexible and accommodating. He taught us simple composition and long-exposure tips for night photography. He also gave us handy tips for learning on both a DSLR camera and our iPhones. As a bonus, you'll get many great shots with the family.
Gastown Night Photography Tour
Michael L,
Oct 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time in Gastown with Nafees. Learned some of the history of Gastown while he taught us some cool techniques for night photography. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in getting the most out of their camera or phone, or just want to find the best spots to shoot in the area.
Great quick tour
Cruiser01114056489,
Oct 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My daughter and I did this on our recent trip to Vancouver. The guide was very friendly and personable. He took us on a short walking tour, provided us with some good tips for taking better photographs, and we got some good shots of my daughter and I together. I would definitely recommend this tour if you have an interest in photography.
Great location and useful tips
yegabr,
Oct 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I learned a lot about some very useful Iphone photo features - and have already put them to good use! Gastown is also a great location for night photography.
Very knowledgeable and helpful
hoanh t,
Aug 1, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00the guide Nafee was very knowledgeable and gave many photography tips and we can immediately used. We enjoyed the guide very much and would recommend.
Loved this
valeriekE5666RU,
Jan 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved this. Did this tour with my husband and we had a great experience. If you have even the slightest interest in photography this is a must-do activity. That night time photography of Gastown with all the lights is so unique, especially under the guidance of a knowledgeable guide. Our photo tour guide, Nafees, was very pleasant, very knowledgeable and very patient. Not only did he give us great tips and show us different ways of using our cameras, but he also gave us a lot of historical and other interesting information about the area. That made the walk so much more interesting and enjoyable. He showed us some great locations to capture great photos and I was able to use some of the techniques I learned from him. We also had some photo shoots. We covered so much without feeling rushed or tired. For me, I couldn't ask for a better tour guide. He was in contact with us before and after the tour to make sure we had all information we needed and that everything was okay. My only slight disappointment was that we did not do Chinatown and I would've loved to get night time photos of Chinatown as well, especially the entrance gate. Whereas this tour was advertised as "Gastown and Chinatown Night Photography," it was actually only "Gaston Night Photography." Not sure where the mix-up was. Still, based on the Gas town Night Photography experience, I would give it a 5+ rating and the tour guide a 100%. I would happily do this again and I highly recommend this tour.
5 girls from Gatineau
vickyrM1159GU,
Sep 12, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoy our tour. Learn new things and how to use our cell camera to the fullest. Thank you!
a fun photo adventure
Irina S,
Jul 9, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00a great way to discover parks around Vancouver and to learn photography. Its an easy hike and beautiful forest
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