Sins of the City Walking Tour
By cognoscento on July 8, 2008 - 9:06pm
Jul 9 2008 - 2:00pm
Oct 1 2008 - 6:00pm
This two hour walking tour--run by the Vancouver Police Museum--takes participants through the oldest parts of Vancouver, exploring the early (and roguish) history of our city. Covering ten city blocks, the tour visits numerous locations, including the site of one of Vancouver’s oldest brothel districts, the location of the city’s first saloon as well as the first police station (and jail). Opium dens, gambling houses and beer parlors are also featured topics of the tour. Tour runs every Wednesday at 2pm and Friday and Saturday at 4pm until October 1, 2008.
$15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors. 24 hours advanced reservation required. Call 604-665-3346 or visit vancouverpolicemuseum.ca for information or to make a reservation.
