From Coal to Cosmopolitan: Nanaimo Historical Walking Tour

Whether you’re new to Nanaimo, a visitor, or a born and bred local, join us for a leisurely, 1.5 hour long, guided walking tour that will engage, educate, and entertain!

About This Tour

Voted First Place in Canada’s inaugural “Great Streets” competition, you will get a chance to explore a vital, thriving downtown that celebrates its historic past while embracing its cosmopolitan rebirth. (And, of course, no Nanaimo tour is complete without an insider’s tip on where to find (and eat!) the best of the world famous Nanaimo Bar).

Highlights

  • A stroll down the revitalized historic Commercial Street
  • A visit to Nanaimo’s original economic downtown core, the Old City Quarter
  • Observe and learn about some of the city’s distinct architectural styles, including a photo stop at a little-known vantage point of the city’s earliest “Frontier” or “Boomtown” style buildings
  • Insider pointers on best places to eat, drink, and shop

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Tour Details

Ticket Pricing

Per Person
$20.00
Children 10 & under
FREE

Above rates are per person. 5% GST is included in posted rates. All pricing listed in Canadian dollars (CAD).

Payment & Policies

Deposits
Deposits are not required for this tour. Full payment is due prior to tour departure.
Making a payment
Payment can be made via e-Transfer ahead of the tour, or you may pay by cash in person as the tour departs. Interac e-Transfer
Refunds & cancellations
A full refund will be provided if extenuating circumstances force a cancellation of this tour. Please provide as much notice as possible if you are unable to make the tour.

Tour Group Size

Min. # of guests
2 guestsTo schedule this tour, we require at least 2 guests. Don’t worry if your party is less than this number: we may have other guests lined up, and we will do our best to make sure your tour goes ahead.
Max. # of guests
10 guestsIn order to provide the best experience, we do not allow more than 10 guests for this tour.

Scheduled Dates

This tour does not currently have any pre-scheduled dates, but can still be booked by private groups. Tap the button to request a custom date, or just phone 250-619-3734.
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Tour Summary

Tour Duration
1.5 hours
Activity Level
This tour is geared towards those with the ability to withstand walking and intermittent periods of standing. Children must be accompanied by a parent at all times.
Group Size
Minimum of 2 guests, maximum of 10 guests
Pick-up Location
98 Front Street, at the Nanaimo Bastion
Tour Availability
Tours run between 9am and 3pm, March through October based on availability. Please call 250.619.3734 to inquire.

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Your Tour Your Way

Do you have a special request? Just let us know!We are happy to work with you to make sure your tour is just right. All you have to do is request a reservation and make sure to include the unique needs of your group.

Request a Reservation

This tour does not currently have any pre-scheduled dates, but can still be booked by private groups. Let us know your preferred date, or phone 250-619-3734 for details.

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