Historic Gastown is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Vancouver.

Conveniently located within walking distance of Canada Place in the heart of Vancouver, Gastown is famous for its cobblestone streets, excellent restaurants, steam clock and shops.

Gastown is the Vancouver's oldest downtown neighborhood and it's definitely worth a visit if you're looking for souvenirs, trendy shops, good food, Native Arts and Crafts or nightlife.

It's a good place to visit if you're coming off a cruise ship or about to board because it's only a couple of blocks from the Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal.

If you're in town at the right time of year, you'll have a chance to experience the Gastown Jazz Festival, the Tour de Gastown, Gastown Days, or an Antique Vehicles event.

Some Shops of Note:

Spirit Wrestler Gallery
47 Water Street
604-669-8813
Featuring museum-quality artwork from three cultures: the First Nations of the Pacific Northwest Coast, the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic and the Maori of Aotearoa (New Zealand).

Frances Hill's
151 Water Street
604-685-1828
An excellent clothing store with local designers Hill's Native Art
165 Water
604-685-4249
A huge selection of First Nations art including large totem poles, masks and

Universal Clothing Company
315 Cambie
604-687-1908
If you're looking for a Renaissance velvet gown with lace and long sleeves, this is the place to buy it.

Water Street Cafe
300 Water Street
604-689-2832
Great place to eat, people watch and take in the feel of Gastown.

The Old Spaghetti Factory
53 Water Street
604-684-1288
This Gastown institution is the perfect family dining restaurant with an old tram car inside and turn of the century decor.