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Ottawa’s Westend Neighbourhood Walk - Little Italy, Chinatown, Hintonburg

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Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages: English
Guru: Chanel
Registered on 23 September 2025
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Hi, I’m Chanel! Travel and Ottawa Enthusiast. Everywhere I go, I’m drawn to the stories, secret corners, and little details that make a city feel alive. I love uncovering the hidden gems most visitors (and even locals!) walk right past a tucked-away wall mural, a café with the best pastries, or a street with a surprising history. Hosting walking tours is my way of sharing that passion for discovery. I believe travel is less about checklists and more about experiencing a place like a friend is showing you around. If you join me, expect good conversation, local secrets, and a few unexpected finds along the way!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Welcome to Ottawa!

We’ll start under the colourful Chinatown Arch on Somerset and wander west through three of Ottawa’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. In Chinatown, we’ll learn about the history of one of Ottawa’s most unique neighbourhoods learning about the best authentic restaurants on the way, spot hidden murals, and talk about how this district grew. We’ll turn onto Preston Street in Little Italy for classic espresso-bar culture, family stories, and sweet smelling bakeries (yes there are cannolis). Then we’ll cross the  bridge into hipster Hintonburg, home to indie cafés, local makers, and street art, before finishing at Tunney’s Pasture Station for an easy LRT ride back to downtown. 

Expect a relaxed pace, insider food tips, and the kind of details you’d only hear from a friend who lives here. 


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
690 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K1R 6P4, Canada
We’ll meet under the Chinatown Arch (Royal Arch), 690 Somerset St W, at the corner of Somerset St and Cambridge St across from Drip House Coffee Shop. I will be carrying a black umbrella.
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Ottawa Chinatown Royal Arch
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Little Italy
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Somerset Square Park
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €20 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of 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.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Ottawa’s Westend Neighbourhood Walk - Little Italy, Chinatown, Hintonburg
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