Private Vancouver Sightseeing Adventure: a Gastown murder mystery
Overview
Do you have what it takes to figure out who killed Jimmy Capello, how, and why? He was poisoned, strangled AND stabbed... popular guy!
You will be met by a real person in character as a detective who will send you on your murder investigation and give you everything you need to play. Work your way through Gastown in teams of 2 to 6 players, picking up clues and solving puzzles along the way. You'll see historic places, public art, architecture and other attractions.
This outdoor escape room mystery game is *real* fun - there is no app, no wifi, no devices required. You'll be too busy exploring Gastown in downtown Vancouver to look at your phone (but don't forget to take photos)!
Can you earn a top score and your place on our website? Each team receives a team certificate with their score and each player receives a souvenir sticker. Are you ready to solve this murder mystery? You have two hours! This activity is also available daily for 2-6 players - check our other listings.
What's Included
- Use of one detective kit per team during the game.
- All Fees and Taxes
- 1 Souvenir Sticker per Guest
- 1 Team Certificate per Team
Meeting Location
550 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1L6, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Ready to solve this Gastown murder mystery?
This is a private game just for you and the guests in your party and requires a minimum of 7 players. This game also runs daily for smaller groups (check our other listings). You will be met by a real person in character as a detective who will start the mystery story and give you everything you need to play.
The maximum group size is 15 guests (3 teams of 5 players). Contact us for larger groups (up to 48 players). Your group will be divided into teams to compete to see who can save the planet first. Maximum team size 6 players.
Fun for stagettes, stags, birthdays, team building activities, cruise ship excursions and more - get some fresh air, explore the city and solve a mystery at the same time!
Note: this a real adventure - there is no app to download and no screen time. Each team receives a detective kit with a map, evidence files, clues, tools and artifacts. Do you have what it takes to earn your detective badge?
PS: We also have a game for groups with younger children that is a great option for international visitors with some English language skill - check our other listings or send a message, we are here to help.
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
- Do NOT go to any location without receiving a message from us. We will send you your starting location leading up to your game day. If you do not receive anything 24 hours before your game, contact us. Our phone and email is listed online.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 6 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 48 people per booking
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for a 2 - 2.5 km walk
- Bring reading glasses if you require them
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Parents bringing their kids should be made aware these games are recommended for ages 12+
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-67830P5
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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.
- Use of one detective kit per team during the game.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- 1 Souvenir Sticker per Guest.
- 1 Team Certificate per Team.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Private Vancouver Sightseeing Adventure: a Gastown murder mystery 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 Private Vancouver Sightseeing Adventure: a Gastown murder mystery 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
- Use of one detective kit per team during the game.
- All Fees and Taxes
- 1 Souvenir Sticker per Guest
- 1 Team Certificate per Team
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
- Do NOT go to any location without receiving a message from us. We will send you your starting location leading up to your game day. If you do not receive anything 24 hours before your game, contact us. Our phone and email is listed online.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 6 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 48 people per booking
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for a 2 - 2.5 km walk
- Bring reading glasses if you require them
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Parents bringing their kids should be made aware these games are recommended for ages 12+
