2 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Vancouver's LGBTQ2+ community on this half-day walking tour. Follow a guide on a curated itinerary designed to show the history of the movement in the Canadian city, with stops at Granville Street, the Imperial Court coronations site, locations of police raids and bookstore bombings. On the way from downtown to the historic gay neighborhood of Davie Street, you'll have plenty of time to ask questions and snap photos.
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Forbidden Vancouver
Ratings & Reviews
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Must Do!
V9672ADjessicah, May 2026
This tour was really incredible, even as a Vancouverite who thought she knew much of the city's queer history. Glenn has a gift for researching and uncovering the lesser known parts of queer history and tells the city's stories in the most entertaining and thoughtful way. If you're interested in queer history, human rights, or Vancouver's lesser known histories, this tour is a must-do.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi there, Thanks for writing us this review! Glenn's such an amazing storyteller, and we're so glad you enjoyed his thoughtful presentation of this history. Hope you can join us again for another tour someday :)
Meaningful and heartfelt queer history
kenbnf, May 2026
Glenn was a fantastic tour guide and provided meaningful context with personal connections to the queer community. We were lucky enough to meet Empress on the tour as well. We highly recommend this experience
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Ken, Thanks so much for leaving a review. Delighted to hear the Really Gay History Tour with Glenn was such a meaningful experience. Thank you for joining us!
A+ outstanding tour
NYCSojouner, May 2026
Outstanding tour. Glenn has put tremendous effort into research and storytelling. He focuses on building community among the participants. An awesome opportunity to learn and meet people. Couldn’t recommend it more highly.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi there, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I am so happy to hear you had such a fantastic time on the Really Gay History Tour with Glenn. I'm thrilled it was such an impactful experience and that Glenn took such wonderful care of the group. Hope to see you on tour with us again soon :)
Oustanding! Not to be Missed
114beverlyy, Mar 2026
This is an awesome tour curated and delivered by someone passionate about relating the stories of LGBTQ+ folk in Vancouver. And like the best stories, dark and light and colours abound. Glenn starts the tour from a place of loving respect for the land and its Indigenous peoples that sets the tone for an insightful, moving walk through downtown. On a chilly windswept March Sunday, a friend and I celebrated International Women’s Day learning about inspiring men, women and non-binary folk who made our world a better place through their lives and commitment. Outstanding!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi there, Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a tremendous review. I am delighted to hear you had such a special International Women's Day on the Really Gay History Tour with Glenn, learning the vital Queer history that makes up our city! Thank you so much for your kind words and spending a part of your day with us. Hope to see you again soon :)
Itinerary
Vancouver Downtown
Meet your guide – the man in pink! – outside Trees Organic Coffee Shop at 930 Burrard Street. You'll soon embark on a 2 hour long adventure into the LGBTQ2+ history and culture of this West Coast metropolis.
You'll weave a path through Imperial Court coronations, drag kings at the Quadra, gay ministers at the United Church, Patient Zero, the GRID crisis, and visit urban oasis Nelson Park, until you find yourself in the gaybourhood on Davie Street.
The walking tour strolls the historic tree-lined West End as you discover the city's earliest Pride parade, Jim Deva Plaza, bookstore bombings, a transgender campaigner who blew the whistle on the biggest crime in Vancouver history, Vancouver’s secret gay village, and the remarkable story of two-spirited warrior Gone to the Spirits.
You’ll finish right in the middle of the action in the Davie Street village with its fantastic variety of bars and restaurants.
2 hours
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Professional guide
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wear sensible shoes.
- Bring sunscreen if it's warm out.
- This walking tour contains explicit language.
- The walking tour happens rain or shine, but many of the stops are under cover.
- Not recommended for guests under the age of 14.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour start time so we can check you in. Our tours depart on time and we don't want you to miss it!
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.