2 hours
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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.
Operated by
Forbidden Vancouver
Ratings & Reviews
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Amazingly moving and very worthwhile tour
398mimid, Jun 2026
Glenn is an amazing gem . We had two hours of a well paced walking tour , thoroughly researched, well presented, passionate , caring ,… amazing ! Thanks 🌈
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi there, Thanks for the review! Thrilled you enjoyed Glenn's tour so much. Hope to see you on another tour someday soon :)
The man in the pink hat is the best guide
John_G, Jun 2026
This experience leaves an impact on you. It leaves you with hope for the future and sorrow for those who suffered for the rights we have today. You go through the good and bad parts of history and about infighting between gay men and the lesbians. The tour guide Glenn, the man in the pink hat, is a magnificent story teller making the tour feel a lot shorter than 2 hours. The best thing someone can do if you go on this tour is interact and ask questions. Talk with the others on the tour. You should expect there to be 18-20 other people with you so not a lot but a decent size.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi John, Wow, thanks for such a heartfelt review! We're so gladd you enjoyed Glenn's tour so much, we had no doubt you would have such a good time on his tour :)
Best Tour & Guide! Well worth it!
tokyos412, Jun 2026
Wow. What an amazing tour! Glenn is not only a wonderful informed guide, he did all the research himself, and is a fantastic storyteller regarding the history of LGBTQ2IA in Vancouver. I think this was one of the best tours I've ever done (in my decades of travel and tours). Wonderful!!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks so much for witing us such a thoughtful review! Glenn's such an amazing storytellr, we have no doubt you'd have such a fantastic experience on his tour. Thanks for the 5 stars, and we hope to see you on another tour someday soon :)
Very good research and...
Mathieu_B, Jun 2026
Very good research and heart felted storytelling. The guide managed to accompany a diverse group (locals-visitors, queers-allies, young-seniors, etc.) in making everyone feel welcome, leaving no one behind as he set the stories and context. The tour also had a great balance in representation of many groups (gay, lesbian, trans, two-spirit, bi, +). We highly recommend this tour to everyone.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi Mathiew, Thanks so much for writing us a review! Sounds like you had an amazing time with Glenn, and an amazing group to experience these stories with. Thanks for the 5 stars, and hope you can join us for another tour someday 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.