Vancouver Lost Souls of Gastown Walking Tour
Overview
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1 hour 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Step inside a world of murder, revenge, and true grit in a dramatic history of Victorian Gastown. This roving one-person play is led by a professional actor in character. 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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
Our tours are designed for adult audiences and do contain some references to adult themes. Our age recommendation is 14+ but certainly children aged 10+ can attend and enjoy our walking tours if parents are comfortable with their children hearing mature subject matter.
What To Expect
Meet your guide at the entrance into Historic Gastown, outside of Monaco Coffee at the intersection of Cordova and Water St.
After venturing down a long forgotten alleyway we arrive at the historic Hotel Victorian to discover how our character's life took shape...and what really happened to them in the Klondike.
Options
The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour
A gothic theatre adventure through the alleyways, passages and secret spaces of Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,342 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Spooky tales by a fantastic storyteller
pefferspack,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant tour with a fabulous storyteller. Was a great walking tour where we got to hear lots of strange tales of events from the past. Great way to spend an hour in the evening. Highly recommended.
Gastown comes to life
Tracey G,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There were 10 in our group plus others and I was pleasantly suprised that we were all able to hear everything that was said. Our guide through history (Anne I think) was amazing, talented and very entertaining. Highly recommend this as a good night's entertainment, we all enjoyed it!
This was so much fun. The...
Rick D,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was so much fun. The guide (Cole) was engaging, interesting, and knowledgeable. He wove the stories together throughout the night, connecting everything together. Such an interesting way to learn some of the history of this incredible city!
Great Experience
Robert D,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Stewart, our guide was fantastic! The story was very interesting and entertaining. Would definitely recommend to others.
Gastown Ghost Tour
Cara E,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice walkabout to learn a bit of Vancouver history. Billy “George” was engaging and knowledgeable. Great little tour for the price!
History mixed with drama!
Christina M,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Super immersive story telling. Lots of historical interest about Boomtowns from the gold rush. Great pace and plenty of breaks. Loved our guide stuart's flare!
Step into history
Emily L,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative way to tell the history, and very engaging. Pace was easy. Chris was a brilliant storyteller!
What A Gas!
Susan M,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fully expecting a bog standard walking tour, we were truly blown away with the up close and personal al fresco theatre performance it turned out to be. Go Amy! You’re amazing.
Gastown Walking Tour
774allisone,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We decided to do this walking tour while on a short stay in Vancouver but part of a longer trip to Canada. Zoe our tour guide was amazing. She was knowledgeable and engaging and really brought the history and people of Gas Town alive. Length of tour was just right and we thoroughly enjoyed it .
Great experience
MOEZJ,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My guide was really good. It was a great experience. I am really glad we booked. Well worth it.
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