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Vancouver Downtown & GasTown Donut Tour

2 hours

2 miles

the best donut

shops in town!

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Vancouver Downtown & GasTown Donut Tour

Your Vancouver donut adventure begins at 49th Parallel Café & Lucky’s Doughnuts, a local favorite where expertly crafted coffee meets artisan donuts. Here, the vibrant flavors and thoughtful creations embody the West Coast’s passion for quality and innovation. While enjoying these treats, we’ll dive into the history of Vancouver’s coffee culture and how the city became a haven for food lovers and artisans alike. Our next stop takes us to a bustling bakery in the heart of the city, offering an array of pastries and donuts that blend tradition with modern flair. As you savor their signature treats, we’ll explore the neighborhood’s history, including its transformation into one of Vancouver’s most dynamic urban areas, filled with hidden gems and cultural landmarks. Continuing our journey, we’ll pause at a café known for its sleek design and exceptional baked goods. This stop offers a chance to experience donuts that feel as sophisticated as they are delicious, perfectly capturing Vancouver’s balance of elegance and creativity. Along the way, we’ll share stories of the city’s evolution, from its founding as a port town to its modern identity as a global cultural hub. The tour concludes in the historic neighborhood of Gastown at the iconic Lee’s Donuts, a beloved institution that has been delighting locals and visitors alike for decades. As you indulge in their famous donuts, we’ll discuss the rich history of Gastown, Vancouver’s oldest neighborhood, from its cobblestone streets to its role as a cradle of the city’s vibrant spirit. This tour offers a delicious exploration of Vancouver’s history, culture, and culinary artistry, blending the city’s past and present into an unforgettable journey of flavors and stories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long is the tour?
    Our tours are typically around 1.5 to 2 hours long. Please let your guide know if you have something immediately after the tour and they will make sure to complete the tour in that time.
  • How much walking is there?
    For most of our cities, it's around 1 to 1.5 miles. In a few of our cities, we may walk up to 2 miles. We recommend that you bring comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing (i.e. jackets, hats, umbrellas, water bottle, etc.). If you have any concerns regarding the length or your own mobility, please contact us and we can answer any questions.
  • How many stops are on the tour?
    For most of our cities, we have 4 stops. These may include donut shops, bakeries, and/or coffee or tea shops. In a few of our cities, we may have 3 stops on the tour just to keep the amount of walking to under 2 miles. If you want to know the exact number of stops for each tour, you can email us at info@undergrounddonuttour.com.
  • What's the best location to park?
    In most of our cities, we recommend using public transit or a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft to get to the tour. If you are driving to the tour, we recommend using an app like SpotHero (in the US & Canada), Your Parking Space (in the UK) or Parkopedia (in Ireland) if you are looking for guaranteed parking.
  • Are donuts included in the cost of the tour?
    Yes. By purchasing a ticket for the tour, we include all the donuts as part of the ticket price. Depending on the city and time of year, we typically will also include a choice of a bottle of water, coffee, tea, or juice. Ask your guide what is offered on the tour that day.
  • What if it rains, snows, etc.?
    Our tours run rain or shine. The only time our tours will not run is when it becomes dangerous for our guides and guests. This could include excessive heat, excessive cold, dangerous storms, flooding, etc. In the event of inclement weather, we will do our best to alert you of a tour cancellation 2 hours before the start of the tour. In the event we cancel a tour due to weather, we will always give you the option of a full refund or to reschedule your tour to another date or another city. If you have any questions, please contact us and we're happy to answer them.
  • Do you sell gift cards?
    Yes. You can always purchase gift cards for any of our tours here.
  • Can you accommodate dietary restrictions such as gluten free, vegan, dairy free, etc.?
    In some cities, yes. Please make sure to include your dietary restrictions in your reservation and we can do our best to accommodate it. We would like to say that we can always ensure every dietary restriction, but unfortunately, our partner menus change quite often and it can vary by time of day, day of week, and seasonality. If you have any concerns, you can always contact us to confirm.
  • What if we're celebrating a special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.)?
    We love it! Just let us know when you book your reservation and we can make sure to do something special for you and your group on your tour!

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