Ottawa Small Group Tour with Notre Dame Basilica & ByWard Market

3.5 (4 reviews) Ottawa, Canada
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Your experience begins as you meet your friendly local guide at 1 Elgin St in downtown Ottawa, just steps from the city’s most iconic landmarks. From here, you’ll set off on a guided walking tour through the heart of Canada’s capital.

Make your way toward the vibrant ByWard Market, one of the country’s oldest and most lively public markets. Along the route, you’ll pass the impressive Royal Canadian Mint and the stunning Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, offering a perfect blend of history, architecture, and culture.

Continue on toward the Centennial Flame, walking past the elegant Fairmont Château Laurier along the way. This iconic flame-shaped fountain, commemorating Canada’s Confederation, is a meaningful highlight of your journey.

Your tour concludes at the renowned National Gallery of Canada, where you’ll be greeted by the striking Maman sculpture—an unforgettable and artistic finale to your Ottawa experience.

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Ottawa City Highlights Tour

What's included

  • Narrated walk past the giant spider sculpture, Royal Mint and Notre Dame Basilica
  • See the Centennial Flame and Fairmont Chateau Laurier
  • Local Tour guide - fully narrated tour experience
  • Experience the Byward Market
  • Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Meet your local guide at 1 Elgin Street in downtown Ottawa and get ready to explore the capital on foot.
  2. ByWard Market
    30m
    Make your way toward the vibrant ByWard Market, one of Canada’s oldest and most lively public markets, where you’ll soak in the energy, history, and local culture of the city.
  3. Royal Canadian Mint
    Pass by
    Home to Canada’s coin production, this historic facility is renowned for crafting not only Canadian circulation coins but also collectible and international currency, showcasing the country’s precision and craftsmanship.
  4. Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica
    Pass by
    Pass by One of Ottawa’s most breathtaking landmarks, this Gothic Revival masterpiece features soaring twin spires and a richly detailed interior, making it a cornerstone of the city’s religious and architectural heritage.
  5. Pass by
    Often referred to as “Ottawa’s castle,” this grand railway hotel blends French Gothic architecture with historic elegance and has been a symbol of luxury and prestige in the capital for over a century.
  6. Centennial Flame
    Pass by
    Continue toward the Centennial Flame, a beautiful and symbolic fountain commemorating Canada’s Confederation and a must-see highlight in the heart of the city.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the National Arts Centre. Your guide will be wearing a white polo shirt with our company logo on it. Please arrive 10 mins prior to the start of the tour to ensure the tour starts on time.

End point

Your tour will end at this stop. Your guide will escort you to the entrance of the Gallery and provide you with a entry ticket.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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