Vancouver Stanley Park Totem Poles Indigenous Culture Walking Tour

Discover Indigenous heritage
at the Stanley Park totem poles

Meet your expert guide at the Totem Pole Gift Shop in Stanley Park to start the tour. Follow the legacy of the Indigenous peoples who have called the Vancouver area home since time immemorial as you walk around the Stanley Park totem poles for about 1 hour.

Hear the stories and traditions of the Coast Salish peoples

Learn about the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Your guide explains how, for thousands of years, the Coast Salish peoples have thrived in harmony with the land, developing a deep understanding of natural resources and rich cultural traditions.

Listen to the stories, languages and customs woven into the fabric of the region and experience the deep connection Indigenous peoples have with the natural world.

End the tour with Indigenous tea

During the tour, you can also enjoy a tea experience with Indigenous tea service. At the end, the tour returns to the original meeting point.