General Information
Gastown Vancouver Steam Clock is a steam clock situated in the Canadian city of Vancouver. The clock was designed by Raymond Saunders and unveiled in 1977. Combining a steam engine and electric motors, the clock showcases the time on four faces and announces the quarter hours with a whistle chime that plays the Westminster Quarters. The clock gives a puff of steam from its top on the hour.
Getting there
The clock is situated in the Gastown neighbourhood of Vancouver. It is a short walk away from the ‘Waterfront’ train, metro and bus stop.
Opening Times and Admission
The clock is situated in a public area, it is free to visit at any hour of any day.
It's different and if you didn't know any different you would think its just a normal clock on a popular street. Until it chimes and lets our a puff of steam.