Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Vancouver is commonly called the Gem on the coast with the right mix of cultures, modern city planning, and an abundance of natural features and wholesome recreation. On this 5-hour Private Grand City Tour, your guide will discuss the history and uniqueness of Vancouver. Tour downtown Vancouver including Stanley Park, Gastown, Yaletown, Chinatown, and Granville Island Public Market. Experience that special vibe that makes this city one of the most cosmopolitan places in the world.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
What To Expect
Lawrence Tours
After 10am pickup from your downtown hotel, you'll drive through Vancouver and westward toward Stanley park, the largest Urban Park in North America. Visit the totem park were your guide will explain the carvings and cultural notes throughout the park. There are natural wonders from 1000 year old trees to the great history of the area we proceed through the west end to Shaughnessy for the grand house viewing and arrive at the Granville island public market for lunch after our tour on the island we head to The Olympic village and Yaletown for a mix of modern and old before heading to fabulous Chinatown. There, you'll visit the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Chinese Gardens, with a stopover at a Chinese tea shop. Then head to Gastown, where your guide will explain Gassy Jack's story and how Vancouver became the major trading port it is today. If time allows we also have an option to visit the 238 flavor ice cream palace Le Casa, then back to your hotel and on the way your guide will mention a few good restaurants and other activities to complete your day.
Options
Private Grand City Tour
Pickup included
Private grand city BMW
BMW electric Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter tour van
Lunch
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Tour
annevA3062FO,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family of 4 did a private Grand City Tour with Michael. We were picked up at our hotel and spent the whole day with Michael exploring various sites. Weather was perfect and saw so many things. Communication was great - van was very clean - Michael is very knowledgeable and personable. Can't say enough good things abut Michael and his company. Highly recommend this tour (or small group) - you will not be disappointed!
Perfect and only way to tour Vancouver!
GolfGal66,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael’s tour was excellent from start to finish. Our private group of 11 was met at the cruise ship terminal following our Alaskan cruise. We were picked up in his pristine Mercedes van that accommodated all of our luggage. We were given a wonderful tour of beautiful Vancouver. His knowledge and love for his city was evident in all that we were shown and educated about! In our short time in Vancouver we were introduced to the beauty and uniqueness of Vancouver. We stopped at a wonderful restaurant for lunch. The food was delicious with everyone really enjoying their selections. We continued our tour after lunch with the fascinating Marketplace in Vancouver with all of its incredible offerings. We finished up our tour with a visit to the largest ice cream shop in the world, offering 238 different flavors of homemade ice cream. It was delightful! After our wonderful tour, Michael transported us to the airport for our evening return flight home! It was really a perfect ending to our wonderful Alaskan adventure!
Best Tour Guide Ever
Brenda B,May 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael Lawrence is a fantastic person and guide. He went out of his way to treat my family with warm generosity and showed them a great time in Vancouver. I would recommend you use him any time you are in Vancouver. He was a blessing to us.
Personalized & Perfect - Family Day Tour of Vancouver!
mrslauer,Dec 1, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family of 6 booked a private grand city tour of Vancouver with Micheal Lawrence and the tour exceeded all expectations. Michael's knowledge of Vancouver was extensive, the personal touches he added really brought the town alive. I'm most grateful for his ability to keep us all engaged with his wit and good humor, especially since our ages ranged from 12-77. If you like history, architecture, good Asian food, and the opportunity to see Vancouver from the eyes of local - this is the tour for you! We read through so many reviews, and it is not surprising to see why Lawrence Tours has such high ratings. This was an exceptional tour - thank you Michael!
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