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Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

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50 to 70 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our journey will take us through the heart of Ottawa, exploring the city's past and its role in shaping the nation. You’ll see the art, sculptures, markets, memorials, walking streets, churches, parliament building and so much more. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Feel free to put your phone in your pocket and explore with your head up. The tour provides engaging audio and sound effects to set the mood and tell the story of Ottawa. Go anytime, 24/7/365, the tour is all outside.

What's Included

  • The tour never expires, you can go anytime, and listen again later.
  • Go anytime, 24/7/365, the tour is all outside.
  • Tour on our walking tour app of Ottawa
  • No food, drink, admission or human guide, this is all outside and on our walking tour app
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

380 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, ON K1A 0G8, Canada

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End point

111 Wellington Street
Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6, Canada

The tour ends at the Centennial Flame where you'll hear the story of why it was lit and how it stayed lit for all these years. You'll also hear the story of the buildings in the area.

What To Expect

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The Maman Statue

The tour starts at Maman, one of the most interesting statues you'll see. How did it get here? You'll learn on the tour! Then you'll be guided step by step through Ottawa.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Centennial Flame

The tour ends at the Centennial Flame where you'll hear the story of why it was lit and how it stayed lit for all these years. You'll also hear the story of the buildings in the area.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National War Memorial

This impressive spot has a deep history, you'll hear how it was built and the story of those that protected it.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lord Stanley's Gift Monument

If you love hockey you'll love this, and Canadian's love hockey, hear the story of the Stanley cup and how this was put here.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sparks Street

Explore the famous walking street and learn about its history.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Famous Five Monument

Who were the famous five? Why are they famous? And can you sit down with them? Learn all that and more on our tour.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Totem Pole of Canada

Why is this Totem Pole of Canada hanging out here? Who made it? learn all that and more!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

ByWard Market

Not to be missed, this place is a must see for all visitors to Ottawa, hear it's story and learn about it's shops.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ottawa Sign, ByWard Market

Who can resist a selfie at the city sign? What's it's story? Learn more about the sign on the tour.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Reconciliation: The Peacekeeping Monument

The tour stops at the Reconciliation: The Peacekeeping Monument where you'll hear Canada's story of peace, and discover what the statue means.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • The tour never expires, you can go anytime, and listen again later.
  • Go anytime, 24/7/365, the tour is all outside.
  • Tour on our walking tour app of Ottawa
  • Go at your own pace, anytime. Stop and go as you please.
  • No food, drink, admission or human guide, this is all outside and on our walking tour app

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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