Gastown Breakfast Tour: Local Eats and Stories
Overview
Wake Up to the Flavours of Historic Gastown
Start your day with a relaxed and flavourful morning in historic Gastown—before the crowds arrive. This leisurely guided walking tour combines a locally inspired West Coast breakfast with captivating storytelling, making it one of the most unique ways to experience Vancouver.
Led by our fun and knowledgeable local guides, you'll explore Gastown's charming cobblestone streets, discover hidden gems, and uncover the fascinating history behind landmarks like the iconic Steam Clock.
Along the way, indulge in a delicious variety of breakfast favourites, including a unique Italian-inspired egg dish, a savoury smoked salmon and brie waffle, authentic Ukrainian sweet pancakes, Vancouver's famous donuts, a refreshing mimosa, and freshly brewed coffee or premium tea.
The perfect way to start your day in Vancouver.
For cruise passengers- this early-start tour is the perfect fit!
What's Included
- Breakfast 4 hand-picked brunch/breakfast selections.
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic beverages One refreshing Mimosa
- All Fees and Taxes
- Storytelling tour guide and local stories.
- Hotel pick up not included
- Tour guide Gratuities (15-20% recommended) Can be paid by cash or credit card.
Meeting Location
601 West Cordova Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 1T1, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
32 Water Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A4, Canada
What To Expect
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Gastown
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Steam Clock
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Waffleland Café
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Brioche Ristorante & Wine Bar
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Maple Tree Square
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lee's Donuts Gastown
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kozak Ukrainian Restaurant
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum drinking age is 19 years. Non alcoholic options available upon request. Our guides reserve the right to ask for 2 pieces of ID.
- Special dietary requests can be accommodated with 24 hours advanced notice. Note this tour cannot accommodate GLUTEN FREE requests. Please keep in mind that alternative food options may not be up to par to original tastings. Cross contamination can be a possibility and tour company cannot take responsibility for any possible reactions. NOTE: We are unable to accept bookings for children under 19 with severe food allergies.
- Please arrive hungry and dress for the weather. Wear comfortable shoes. Tour operates rain or shine.
- Persons under the age of 19 must be accompanied by an adult
- Family friendly
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Breakfast. 4 hand-picked brunch/breakfast selections.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Alcoholic beverages. One refreshing Mimosa.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Storytelling tour guide and local stories.
- Hotel pick up not included.
- Tour guide Gratuities (15-20% recommended) Can be paid by cash or credit card.
The minimum age to participate is 4..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Gastown Breakfast Tour: Local Eats and Stories is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gastown Breakfast Tour: Local Eats and Stories will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast4 hand-picked brunch/breakfast selections.
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic beveragesOne refreshing Mimosa
- All Fees and Taxes
- Storytelling tour guide and local stories.
- Hotel pick up not included
- Tour guide Gratuities (15-20% recommended) Can be paid by cash or credit card.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum drinking age is 19 years. Non alcoholic options available upon request. Our guides reserve the right to ask for 2 pieces of ID.
- Special dietary requests can be accommodated with 24 hours advanced notice. Note this tour cannot accommodate GLUTEN FREE requests. Please keep in mind that alternative food options may not be up to par to original tastings. Cross contamination can be a possibility and tour company cannot take responsibility for any possible reactions. NOTE: We are unable to accept bookings for children under 19 with severe food allergies.
- Please arrive hungry and dress for the weather. Wear comfortable shoes. Tour operates rain or shine.
- Persons under the age of 19 must be accompanied by an adult
- Family friendly
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
