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Experience East Vancouver and meet new people with a local host by your side! Join a Getogether today!
Hey There,
My name is Matt Colangelo, and I am the host of Getogether in East Vancouver. I want to personally invite you to join me for one of my upcoming Getogethers where I will take you and up to 9 others on a fun and “socially distanced” adventure across this special Vancouver neighbourhood. I can’t wait to show you around and connect you with new people!
So What’s a Getogether Anyway?
A “Getogether” is a social-travel experience that gives curious travellers the rare opportunity to connect with a local, socialize with fellow travellers, and experience the best of a local neighbourhood in a safe and friendly setting.
If you are someone that enjoys local neighbourhood vibes, meeting new people, and good food and drinks – Getogether is perfect for you!
For just $48, you get the opportunity to:
- Connect with a local Host.
- Meet and socialize with new people.
- Enjoy a guided walk across a local neighbourhood.
- Discover the secret spots that only locals know about.
- Get VIP seating at a one-of-kind restaurant.
- Enjoy a drink & tasty appetizers on the house.
The duration of each Getogether is 2 hours, and starts off by meeting your local host at a recognizable neighbourhood landmark. Your host will get you and the other guests socially acquainted through friendly introductions, and then take everyone for a special walk across the neighbourhood.
Your local host will conclude your Getogether at special restaurant unique to the neighbourhood, where a round of complimentary drinks and appetizers will be served. While your host will eventually depart, you and the other guests will be encouraged to continue the conversation and good times over additional food and drinks at your discretion.
Join Us for a Getogether in East Vancouver!
There is no better way to experience English Bay than through a Getogether! So why not join one today?
What to Expect from Your Getogether at East Vancouver?
You will meet your local host at the Northeast corner of Denman Street and Robson Street. Your host will get you and the other guests socially acquainted through friendly introductions and conversation.
Your host will then take you and the other guests on a special walk across the English Bay neighbourhood showing you:
- The shops & restaurants along Denman Street.
- The iconic A-maze-ing Laughter Sculptures.
- The English Bay Seawall.
- English Bay Beach.
- The English Bay Inukshuk.
- The beautiful street art by local artists.
Your walk will lead to the sands of English Bay Beach where you will have the opportunity to taken in a beautiful panoramic view that spans across Stanley Park, the Pacific Ocean, English Bay, and Kitslano from afar.
After spending a little bit of time at the beach, your host will lead everyone to a popular restaurant unique to English Bay where drinks and appetizers will be served.
Getogethers take place in East Vancouver everyday at 3 pm PST. Book yours today!
We can’t wait to meet you, and show you around.
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See Our Reviews
Kathryn B
2023-07-28
Delightful Vancouver BC English Bay Tour
We enjoyed getting to know Matt as he showed us the highlights of the English Bay area of Vancouver BC. The weather was perfect and the area is beautiful. We ended our walk with a delicious craft, beer and appetizer at a local brewery with a lovely view of the waterfront. Enjoyable end to our perfect vacation tour of the Canadian Rockies.
Brianna G
2022-11-15
Unique take on East Van
We had a great time with Matt. He showed us some out-of-the-way murals and lots of local breweries. Thanks for a great start to our evening, Matt!
Ean J
2022-11-08
Outstanding!
I took the English Bay tour on a fall weekday. It was sunny and warm and the leaves had just turned color. 'Couldn't believe my luck... I was the only person on the tour! My personal guide took me on a leisurely stroll down a popular shopping street. He pointed out interesting stores along the way, offering to visit any one of them if I was curious. (I was particularly intrigued by the Australian Pie shop!) We visited an outdoor art exhibit. I learned about the historic Sylvia Hotel and marveled at its ivy-covered exterior. Who was Joe Forte and why is he so loved by beachgoers? Why do otherwise sane folks by the thousands come to the beach on New Years Day? These and many other questions were answered as we strolled along Vancouver's famous Seawalk. The perfect conclusion to our tour was a fine local craft beer served by a charming young woman who lived in the neighborhood and added her perspectives.
Luke C
2022-10-17
Very friendly guide
Very easy going and friendly guide, showed me around town and was happy to answer my questions regarding the city, highly recommend if your new to the city or visiting as a tourist.
NicoAsis_
2022-09-21
Hidden Gem Brewery + Nice Walk by Water
We started the Getogether at a local brewery that I wouldn't have found on my own. Matt was very accommodating, ordering two flights of beer and two appetizers for all of us to share. After, we went on a nice walk through East Van, seeing some artsy murals on display and I got to take some aesthetic pictures. We ended by Science World, which was very beautiful by the water with a stunning view of the mountains. Would definitely recommend. Thank you!
Cathy D
2022-09-21
Love The East Van Neighborhood!
What a unique neighborhood! The murals were absolutely refreshing and the beer was nice. The host was very warm and welcoming, quite knowledgable of the area too! We had a great time and would definitely go for another one!
Marigie C
2022-09-19
Good times in East Van
I really enjoyed this experience. We started out in Olympic Village and walked up the hill to Mount Pleasant. The views of the city and mountains were beautiful. It was nice to learn about some historic buildings along the Vancouver skyline. Matt also took us through some side streets that featured famous street murals. Overall, it was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to see the more hipster side of Vancouver and enjoy a craft beer.
mrsPRSman
2022-09-19
Great walking tour!
Matt was a great host. After a stop at a delicious local bakery, we had a lovely walk around English Bay where Matt pointed out some neighborhood highlights and answered all my questions about the area. We ended our tour with a lovely sunset at a craft brewery on the bay. Matt offered a “non-traditional” tour experience with a great social connection. What a nice way to start my week in Vancouver.
Emily Choi
2022-09-19
Good Beer & Fun Photos!
I had a great experience!! East Van is an amazing location to explore and Matt did a great job of showing everyone around. Good beer, fun photo ops, and friendly people. Couldn't have asked for me! Highly recommend :)
East Vancouver
English Bay beach, also known as First beach, is the most populated beach area in the downtown Vancouver district. It is located on Beach Ave between Gilford St. and Bidwell st. Established in 1893, it is widely regarded as one of Canada’s best urban beaches with the opportunity to witness and capture scenic views of the english bay on one side with a stunning backdrop of Downtown Vancouver’s skyline on the other.
Shopping and Food
Denman Street is a paradise for shoppers of all kinds. Whether you are a serious shopper or a window shopper, you like one-off stores or luxury brands, Denman Street has a plethora of stores to choose from. This spectacle brings together crowds of multiple diversities in large numbers. While completing your shopping list, well known eateries are spread throughout the street that serve the tastiest of food there is to be.
A-maze-ing Laughing Sculptures
Designed by Yue Minjun, 14 of these 3 meter tall bronze laughing sculptures were installed in 2009. The inscriptions on the cement seating read “May this sculpture inspire laughter, playfulness and joy in all everyone who experience it”. A-maze-ingly (pun intended) these sculptures were the only work of public art to be nominated in Great Places in Canada Contest 2013.
English Bay Seawall
The English Bay Seawall offers breathtaking views over the English Bay and has many access points to the ocean. It stretches the entire length of the bay from Sunset Beach in the east up to Second Beach in Stanley Park. It has 2 separate paths, one for walking/jogging and another for the cycling/rollerblading/skateboarding enthusiasts. No wonder the English Bay Seawall is the busiest seawall in all of Vancouver.
English Bay Inukshuk
Inukshuks are rock/stone monuments, symbols of the Inuit dissent from the northern polar region that were raised as a landmark for navigational purposes and northern hospitality & friendship. Inukshuk in Inuit language means “In the likeliness of a human”. Every inukshuk is unique as they were made from whatever rocks that were found in that region. These monuments give visitors and locals a chance to connect with history with English Bay in the backdrop.
Stanley Park Nature House
A wonderful gateway to learn about nature and its characteristics, Stanley Park Nature House offers visitors a chance to connect with nature and its awesomeness. Stanley Park Nature House provides seemingly interesting yet weird facts about its local plants and animals. Stanley Park Nature House has free admission and the space can be rented out for private events.
Stanley Park Pavilion
Whilst being one the most historic and distinguished buildings in the whole park, Stanley Park Pavilion has an in-house eatery that features a bar and grill menu serving beer, wine and food made from the freshest local produce from Vancouver and British Columbia producers. If ever there was a definition for shop local, then it’s right here!
Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals
This is one of the many reasons water sport enthusiasts flock to English Bay in numbers every year. Kayaks and paddle boards are available at stand up tents in English Bay during the summer months. These rents allow you to sail through the beaches and the waterfronts near Stanley Park. These rentals are open for business from late May until September.
Honda Celebration of Light
Inaugurated in the year 1990 as an annual musical fireworks festival, the honda celebration of light is the largest and the most well-known festival in Vancouver. It was formerly known as the “Benson and Hedges Symphony of Fire”& “the HSBC Celebration of Light”. This multi-day extravaganza takes place during late July and August every year. It is recognized as the longest running off-shore fireworks festival in the world. The competition has currently been postponed to July 2022 due to the ongoing health crisis.
Vancouver Waterfront Sightseeing
Vancouver waterfront sightseeing offers visitors a unique opportunity to admire and capture Vancouver’s glorious skyline and landmarks while navigating through Vancouver harbour, English Bay, and False Creek. Vancouver harbour has a plethora of wildlife living in harmony with this wonderfully built man-made city. It houses bald eagles, seals and dolphins. Be on the lookout for these wildlife as you are cruising in your inflatable boat.