Ottawa Tours - The Capital City Tour
120 hours – 125 hours
Ottawa, Canada
About this activity
Ottawa Free Tours is a local independent walking tour company run by a group of passionate Ottawans (yes, that’s what we’re called) who love showing off Canada’s capital city.
Highlights
- We will start at National War Memorial
- We walk down Sparks Street
- We walk past the Parliament Hill
- Chateau Laurier
- Finish at Byward Market
Full description
We make it a priority to feature Ottawa’s most famous landmarks, while at the same time sharing the city’s sordid and colourful past that is often overlooked. From debaucherous tales of drunk Prime Ministers and lumberjack gang violence, to inspiring (and at times shameful) stories of the LGBTQ movement and black Canadians, we’re here to shine a light on the good, the bad and the ugly that makes our city the quirky and cultured capital it is today.
Our local guides will also share with you the best places to eat, drink and visit during your time in Ottawa. As a Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence Winner for 4 years in a row, we’re proud of the great impressions we’ve left on visitors from around the world!
Included / Excluded
- Friendly-English Speaking Guide
- Unique Story Telling
- Local Recommendations
- Voluntary payment for the guide
Meeting point
Start Location
The National War Memorial, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5A4, Canada
Important information
Know before you book
- You can bring your dog on an outdoor tour if it is calm and very well behaved.
- All are welcome on our outdoor walking tours, however, the content of our tours isn't really designed for children. We don't talk about anything too inappropriate, but they’re not designed to entertain kids and children under 13 may find it a tad dry.
- Our free tours are dependent on tips from happy customers to continue operating.
Know before you go
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour
- Tours run rain or shine, so please bring an umbrella if you're worried about a downpour and a coat if it seems chilly.
- Comfortable shoes and water are definitely two good things. Tours are roughly 2 hours, so whatever you need to be comfortable for 90 minutes of walking around town would be great.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund