Gastown Breakfast Tour | Local Eats and Stories

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!

Itinerary

What’s included

• Storytelling tour guide and local stories.
• 4 hand-picked brunch/breakfast selections.
• All Fees and Taxes
• One refreshing Mimosa
• Coffee and/or Tea

Not Included

• Tour guide Gratuities (15-20% recommended) Can be paid by cash or credit card.
• Hotel pick up not included

Additional Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

Tour starts inside Waterfront Station (brown brick building), main hall beside Starbucks, 601 West Cordova St. Please meet your tour guide 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
Waterfront Station is located within easy walking distance of the downtown core and major hotels. departs on time. (Sorry, tour guide cannot wait for late comers)
No refunds for no-shows. 24 hour cancellation policy.
If you should be late for tour, please call or 604.767.4132.

Tour ends at Waffleland Cafe- 132 Water Street.

We can accommodate most dietary requests with 24 hour notice. We cannot accommodate persons with celiac due to high risk of cross contamination. 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.

Please arrive hungry and dress for the weather. Tour operates rain or shine. Vancouver tends to get a lot of rain October-April so please bring an umbrella or rain jacket and wear comfortable shoes.

Tour covers approx. 5 blocks. 3 of the 4 stops are sit down. Tour is on a schedule, although slower paced as tour guides stop during tour to show interesting points of interest in the neighbourhood.

Our tour guides are entertaining storyteller performers who love food and have a great knowledge of Vancouver, and love telling stories! Gratuity for your tour guide is always appreciated if you are pleased with the tour and the entertainment they provide. Gratuity can be paid with cash or credit card at the end of tour. (recommended gratuity in BC is 15-20%).

Food tastings may vary.

Parking lots
Station East – Lot #531, 555 West Cordova Street – outside
Harbour Centre – Lot #123, 500 West Cordova Street

No refunds for no-shows. 24 hour cancellation policy.

Please sign the waiver before tour: https://fareharbor.com/waivers?shortname=tastevancouverfoodtours&bookingUuid=698c2b9d-091b-4b6f-8106-cecbe9d1fcbf&source=copy-link

Age Policy

Adult: 4–99 years