Ottawa Best Private Custom Walking Tour
- 3 hrs
- Group size: Per person
- Ottawa
FromC$558per person
Book this tourFamily Heritage Walking Tour: Parliament Hill to ByWard Market
Private two-hour walking tour in Ottawa, from Parliament Hill to ByWard Market, paced for families. Covers the Parliament buildings, National War Memorial and Major's Hill Park.
- 2 hrs
- Private tour
- From C$697 per adult
Illustrative destination photos. Optional extras shown are not included unless listed below.
Duration2 hrs
TypePrivate
Group sizePer person
PriceC$697
Overview
This is an easy-paced, two-hour walk through Ottawa's heritage made for families, and it's just your group. We start at Parliament Hill, where you'll see the Gothic Revival buildings, the Peace Tower and the views over the Ottawa River.
From there we walk to the National War Memorial and Major's Hill Park, then finish in ByWard Market, which grew up around the workers who built the Rideau Canal. Your guide can shift the stops around crowds and your kids' energy, and we pick you up anywhere in Ottawa and take you back afterward.
Highlights
- Private tour for your group only
- Parliament Hill, the Peace Tower and Ottawa River views
- National War Memorial and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- A stroll through Major's Hill Park
- Finish in historic ByWard Market
- Easy pace that suits kids
Itinerary
Times and order are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and your group.
- 1PickupWe collect your group anywhere in Ottawa in a private vehicle.
- 2Parliament HillSee the Gothic Revival Parliament Buildings, the Peace Tower and the river views.
- 3National War MemorialVisit the memorial unveiled in 1939 and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at its base.
- 4Major's Hill ParkWalk through the park on the way toward the market.
- 5ByWard MarketThe walk ends in the market area that began with the canal builders.
- 6Drop-offWe take you back to your hotel, home or the airport.
Meeting point and pickup
We pick you up anywhere in Ottawa in a private vehicle, and the walk begins at the entrance to Parliament Hill. We email the exact pickup time once your booking is confirmed.
What is included
Included
- Private vehicle for your group only
- Licensed, insured driver-guide
- Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
- 2 hours of tour time
- Flexible itinerary
- Tolls, parking and fuel
Not included
- Attraction tickets and admission (unless stated otherwise)
- Meals and snacks (unless stated otherwise)
- Gratuities for the driver-guide
- A separate tour guide (available at extra cost)
- Time beyond the tour duration
What to bring
- Camera
- Comfortable shoes
- Weather-appropriate layers
Questions about this tour
How does booking work?
Choose your guests, date and preferred start time at least 24 hours ahead. Your booking is a request until we confirm availability by email.
Who guides the tour?
A licensed, insured driver-guide both drives and guides. A separate guide can be added at extra cost.
Is the tour private?
Yes, it's just your group.
Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, it's an easy pace for families. Please include your children's ages when you book.
Where does it start and end?
The walk starts at the entrance to Parliament Hill and ends at ByWard Market.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
The walking route is not fully wheelchair accessible. Tell us about mobility needs when you book and we'll confirm what we can arrange.
When is the pickup time confirmed?
We email it to you after your booking is confirmed.
Can I change my booking?
Yes, if you contact us before the 24-hour cutoff, subject to availability. Extra time on the day is charged as extra hours.
How do I book?
Pick your date and number of guests in the booking box and send the request. We check with our local partners and email you within 24 hours to confirm, with a secure payment link. You pay nothing until you approve it.
Cancellation and payment
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour; later cancellations may be subject to charges. You pay only after you approve your quote, by secure online payment. Read the full policies.
Accessibility
The walking route is not fully wheelchair accessible; mobility needs should be shared at booking so the provider can confirm what can be arranged.
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