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.
Tour Options
Private Grand City Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
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.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter tour van
Not included
Lunch
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
All hotels in the downtown Vancouver area and Burnaby also residential pick up is available please call us to fine tune pick up times
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Grand City Tour take?
Private Grand City Tour lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Private Grand City Tour cost?
Prices start at $795 per person for this Vancouver experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Private Grand City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. All hotels in the downtown Vancouver area and Burnaby also residential pick up is available please call us to fine tune pick up times Pickup points include Wedgewood Hotel & Spa, Paradox Vancouver.
What languages is Private Grand City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 11 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Grand City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 verified reviews; it is run by Lawrence Tours Ltd.
Reviews(4)
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annevA3062FO
June 7, 2026
Wonderful Tour
Our 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!
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GolfGal66
July 15, 2025
Perfect and only way to tour Vancouver!
Michael’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!
Operator response
I aim to please, thank you for joining me on the Grand city tour all the best Michael Lawrence
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Brenda B
May 24, 2022
Best Tour Guide Ever
Michael 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.
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mrslauer
December 1, 2021
Personalized & Perfect - Family Day Tour of Vancouver!
Our 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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