Vancouver Beaches Self Guided Driving Audio Tour
Vancouver, Canada
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2 hours
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Offered in: EnglishExperience breathtaking coastal scenery, tranquility, and history with this self-guided driving tour of Vancouver’s beaches. Learn about prominent figures like Old English Joe, Vancouver’s very first lifeguard, and Chief August Jack Khahtsahlano. Take in spacious beaches and look for the famed “Jericho Beach Bunnies.” Then cruise through the campus of the University of British Columbia and stroll through a lush canopy on the Greenheart TreeWalk!
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.
No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever!
This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.
- Easy to use: Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.
- Don’t miss a thing: Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated, videos, text, hidden gems.
- Offline use: No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
- Private tour in your/rental car: No group. Take breaks for photos/ snacks/hikes. Go at your own pace
- App on your phone: A link to download the Tour Guide App by Action and Password for your tours.
- Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Travel over multiple days or on next trip. Never expires.
- Good value: Buy just one per car. Don’t pay for each person. Save money compared to a bus tour
- • Transportation, food/drinks. • All Paid Attraction inside optional visit.
- Kitsilano Beach Park admission fee is $10
Meeting point
Morton Park, 1800 Morton Ave, Vancouver, BC V6G, Canada
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
End point
6804 SW Marine Dr, 6804 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1, Canada
This tour will end at 6804 SW Marine Dr., Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada, beside the Botanical Garden Centre's Gate House and Shop.
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Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach is right here. This sheltered strip of sand features calm waters, concessions, and even a grassy field for those who don’t feel like slipping into a pair of sandals! Note: This 9-mile-long tour covers the essentials of Vancouver Beach in 1-2 hours.
Duration: 10 minutes
2
Burrard Street Bridge
We’re coming up on the oldest bridge in Vancouver, the Burrard Street Bridge. The beautiful exterior of this bridge actually hides some bizarre secrets. Hidden within the south tower is an entire stairwell, which once connected the bridge to Vanier Park. It was sealed off nearly 100 years ago, but here’s the thing… nobody knows why!
Duration: 10 minutes
3
Kitsilano Beach Park
Kitsilano Beach Park is coming up on our right. Keep your eyes open for spectacular views of the beach and English Bay. If you have time to stop, don’t miss the heated outdoor pool, which is also Canada’s longest pool at 137 meters! The pool is saltwater and is open seasonally from May to September.
Duration: 10 minutes
4
Kitsilano
Welcome to Kitsilano! Known to the locals as “Kits,” many consider this neighborhood one of the most desirable places to live in British Columbia, especially for young professionals.
Duration: 10 minutes
5
Jericho Beach Park
We’re about to pass Jericho Beach Park. Jericho Beach derives its name from Jeremiah Rogers, a 19th century logger who once worked in this area.
Duration: 10 minutes
6
Locarno Park
Directly ahead is Locarno Beach, perfect for a peaceful getaway. This beach is actually quiet by law! Amplified sound is not permitted, so don’t expect to encounter many beach parties here. Park in any of the lots coming up if you want to visit, or continue driving.
Duration: 10 minutes
7
Spanish Banks Beach Park
This beach is the most spacious in the Vancouver area. Its sandy banks stretch a mile along the far western edge of Vancouver City. Because of its proximity to the University of British Columbia, the beach attracts college students looking for a break from the books, as well as other adventurous types hoping for some good waves.
Duration: 10 minutes
8
University of British Columbia
We’re heading toward the University of British Columbia. In many ways, the story of Vancouver’s largest university mirrors the story of the city as a whole, especially in regards to the university’s relationship with First Nations people.
Duration: 10 minutes
9
Nitobe Memorial Garden
Look for the traditional Japanese garden on our left as we pass. This is Nitobe Memorial Garden, and calling it a Japanese garden isn’t just lip service. When Japan’s 125th emperor, Akihito strolled through the garden in 2009, he reportedly said, “I am in Japan” because of the authenticity of the garden.
Duration: 10 minutes
10
UBC Botanical Garden & Centre for Plant Research
That brings us to the conclusion of our tour at the UBC Botanical Garden. From here, you can explore the famous Treewalk, or just stroll around the garden itself! If you haven’t already taken my tour of Vancouver Downtown, don’t forget to give it a shot to see more of this amazing city!
Duration: 10 minutes
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How it works: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions. Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. To begin touring, go to the Starting Point and launch the app. The audio starts automatically. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience. Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.
- Good value: Purchase only one tour for the entire vehicle instead of taking the bus and paying for each person. You will see a significant saving. Connect your phone to car speakers by a wire or bluetooth. Enjoy the tour by listening together as you drive.
- Flexible Schedule: Once the app/tour is on your phone, you can use it any day and at any time. You can use it over multiple days. And, also use it on your next trip here. This tour never expires.
- Preview the tour: You can use it before the trip at home (highly recommended), use it during the trip, and use it after you come back.
- Don't miss a thing: You will get everything with the app - a complete itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated audio stories, story script, images, videos, deep dives, hidden gems, exciting locations, recommendations for hikes, adventure, activities, treks, and stop-by-stop direction.
- Private tour: You can use it in your car or rental car. No worries about groups or crowds. Start the tour app on your phone. And it will direct you step by step. You can stop for as many breaks as you like. Take a break for Instagram photos, and take a break for lunch/snacks. Go on a hike. The tour will wait for you and start when you start again. You can even do the tour over multiple days. Go at your own pace.
- Easy to use: The stories play themselves as soon as the GPS is activated. It requires no use of your hands at all. You can get HELP by calling, chatting, or emailing any time of the day.
- Offline: There is no need for a cell signal or Wi-Fi while touring. App’s GPS map works offline.
- Expiration/go again: The tour will last for the rest of your life on your phone. It is available for use on any day of your next trip.
- Use pictures for a photo book: Create a photo book using clean (no crowd) app images of each spot to make a memorable trip. All the photos and the correct sequence is ready in the app for you to use.
- Social media: Share clean (no crowd) images with friends/family.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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