The City of Vancouver began work in Gastown roughly two months ago, ahead of its summer pilot of having Water Street a car-free area for July and August.

Discover the historic-yet-trendy streets of one of Vancouver's oldest neighborhoods - Gastown. Here's what to expect from this unique destination.

Gastown dates back to the 1860s and is Vancouver's oldest neighborhood. Thanks to its plethora of Victorian architecture, independent boutiques, cobblestone streets and First Nations art galleries ...

Get the best of Vancouver in your inbox, every Tuesday and Thursday. Sign up for our free newsletter. Deep in Gastown, where cobblestone streets meet the buzz of modern city life, Skewers ...

On the edge of Gastown ... cruise-ship pier and the Vancouver Convention Center, this contemporary business-friendly hotel feels like an oasis from the hectic streets outside.