Neighborhood
Gastown
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Gastown is the historic heart of Vancouver, known for its charming cobblestone streets and the famous Gastown Steam Clock, which whistles every 15 minutes. This National Historic Site is filled with Victorian-era buildings housing trendy boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants. Visitors can explore the steam-powered clock at the corner of Water and Cambie streets, admire the restored architecture along Water Street, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Maple Tree Square. The neighborhood also offers a glimpse into the city's early days as a sawmill settlement.
Don't miss
- Watch the Gastown Steam Clock whistle and puff steam on the quarter-hour.
- Stroll along Water Street's cobblestones and admire Victorian architecture.
- Visit Maple Tree Square, the historic meeting point of the city's founders.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Gastown
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inVancouver Lookout Admission Ticket4.3★ · 201 travelers~1 hoursFree cancellationFrom$16 per personSee dates →
Most bookedGastown Historic Walking Food Tour4.8★ · 2,028 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$120 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Vancouver Sightseeing Adventure: a Gastown murder mystery5★ · 19 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$30 per personSee dates →More attractions in Vancouver
