Group Tours

School Groups and Public Tours: Group rates apply to 10 people or more. Groups must book at least one week in advance to qualify for group rates. To book a group (10 or more people), contact the Group Bookings Coordinator from Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–3:30pm at 604.662.4717 or groupbookings@vanartgallery.bc.ca

Tourism Professionals: Net rates are available for tour operators. Please contact Faye Bednarczyk, Tourism Marketing Specialist, for more details at 604.662.4700 ext. 2310 or email fbednarczyk@vanartgallery.bc.ca

 

Group Admission


Summer 2013 Group Admission Rates
April 13 – September 15, 2013
(min 10 people, Group Leaders not charged)
(All prices subject to applicable taxes)

 
Adult $19
Senior (65+) $14
Student (with valid ID) $14
Post Secondary (30 max) $70 per Group (School/Camp/Post Secondary)
Children (6 - 12) $6 each
Children (4 and under) Free
Tuesday evenings 5-9pm By donation

 

Introducing…Grand Hotel Walking Tours with John Atkin

Two hours well spent with local historian and author John Atkin! From humble structures hugging the shoreline on the edge of a forest, to the grandeur and elegance of the iconic railroad hotel along with today’s luxury offerings, this tour takes a look at the fascinating history of spending the night in Vancouver. Tours will depart the Hornby Street entrance to the Vancouver Art Gallery most Sunday mornings at 10:30 am, May through August 2013.

Tickets can be purchased half an hour before the tour at the Gallery’s admission desk in the main lobby. Private tours for families or groups can also be arranged. $35 includes walking tour & express entry ticket to the exhibition.


 

Private Guided Exhibition Tours

Visitors can enjoy the exclusive and intimate experience of a private guided tour for the current exhibitions at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Led by experienced art professionals and educators, the tours provide an excellent introduction for the first-time visitors as well as food for thought for returning visitors. Our educators sketch an overview of the exhibition, outline historical contexts, as well as highlight specific works for a closer look.

Group charge (1-35 people) $150 plus admission per person.


 

Before Hours Exhibition Tours

Take your Gallery experience to the next level! Make the exhibition & Gallery truly your own with this exclusive private VIP access tour. Lead by one of our friendly and professional guides, all tours include an introduction to the Gallery’s turn-of-the-century heritage building and your choice of a private tour of one of the featured exhibitions.

Allow 1-2 Hours. Multi-lingual tours are also available upon request. $225.00 (flat rate up to 25 people).



 

Revolutionary Tea ~ An artful afternoon steeped in tradition ~

The Vancouver Art Gallery and The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver invite you to experience an afternoon of intrigue and tradition. Skip the line and step into the world of our unconscious with express- entry admission for the Gallery’s featured exhibition. Afterwards, take part in Traditional Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, located across the street from the Gallery in the hotel’s 900 West Lounge. Sip on exclusively blended Fairmont teas, and sample the petite sandwiches, sweet pastries, and house-baked scones with fresh strawberries and Devonshire cream, all while reflecting on your artful experience.

Itinerary:
The Gallery is open daily from 10am–5pm | Tuesday until 9pm. (Allow 1-2 hours for your Gallery visit.)
Afternoon tea is served: Mon-Fri 2-4:30pm | Sat–Sun Noon-4:30pm


How to Book - Reservations for afternoon tea are recommended to be booked a minimum of 3 days in advance and can be made by calling the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s 900 West Lounge at 604.662.1900. Tickets may be purchased either by visiting 900 West Lounge in the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, or the Vancouver Art Gallery’s admissions desk.

Rates - Adult: $50 / Child $30 (tax and gratuity included).

Visit 900 West Lounge's site for the Tea Menu


 

Breakfast with the Masters

Start your group’s day with a private breakfast buffet in the Vancouver Art Gallery’s award-winning Gallery Café, followed by an exclusive before-hours tour of one of the Gallery’s featured exhibitions. Dine indoors amid breathtaking floral arrangements to the sounds of classical music, or enjoy an alfresco meal on one of the best outdoor patios in the city.

Breakfast: 8-9am; Tour: 9-10am. Minimum 20 / Maximum 65 guests, please. Reservations required one week in advance. Two menus to choose from, either hot or cold breakfast buffets.
$50 per person (tax included)


 

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