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Ottawa's Original Historical Highlights Public Walking Tour

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Ottawa, Canada
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Uncover hidden details about Ottawa that you won’t find in most guidebooks on this historical highlights walking tour. Discover the capital’s cultural heritage as you learn about Canadian politics while wandering around Parliament Hill, gaze up at Fairmont Chateau Laurier, explore the vibrant ByWard Market district in Lower Town, and much more.
  • Snap photos of the Canadian Parliament
  • Grab Canadian capital souvenirs along the way
  • Ask your guide questions about the city’s history
  • Spot details you’d otherwise miss

What's Included

  • Exterior of Buildings
  • English speaking guide
  • Admission Tickets to Parliament
  • Admission Tickets to the Museums
    CA$25.00 per person
  • Admission Tickets to Bank of Canada Museum

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 89 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5K9, Canada

    Find your guide at the Bear Catching Fish Statue holding a red umbrella The statue is at 89 Sparks St, corner of Metcalfe & Sparks Streets, directky across from the Bridgehead Coffee.

End point

  • ByWard Market District
    55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON K1N 1K1, Canada

    Our tour will conclude in the heart of the ByWard Market - full of restaurants, stores, pubs and sovienier shops.

Operating hours
.11:00 am

Itinerary

1

Parliament Hill and Buildings

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

National War Memorial

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Fairmont Château Laurier

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Rideau Canal National Historic Site

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

ByWard Market

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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based on 17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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