Capital City Free Walking Tour

This tour is the perfect mix of the city’s main landmarks, its surprisingly seedy history, and some of the hottest spots locals love.

Starting at the National War Memorial, we’ll take you down the pedestrian mall of Sparks Street, past Parliament Hill and the Chateau Laurier, and finish up in the Byward Market.

With violent Prime Ministers, political assassinations, lumberjack gang violence and vindictive Governors General, Ottawa has one of the most fascinating histories around.

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

93% of travelers recommend this Free Tour

Guide: André

Tours since 2024

Since 2015 Ottawa Free Tours has been offering free (tip-based) walking tours of downtown Ottawa. Our passionate guides love showing off our city. We share captivating stories of Ottawa's colourful past, interesting landmarks and vibrant culture.

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Professionalism

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Fun

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Communication

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Quality

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Route

4.81

4.55

29 reviews

Professionalism

4.89

Fun

4.74

Communication

4.89

Quality

4.74

Route

4.81

6 stops

2 hours

Meeting point:Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5A4, CanadaLook for the guide in the red Ottawa Free Tours shirtOpen in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Parliament Hill

Outside visit

Château Laurier

Outside visit

Rideau Canal

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €20 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.