Family Heritage Walking Tour: Parliament Hill to ByWard Market
- 2 hrs
- Group size: Per person
- Ottawa
FromC$697per person
Book this tourOttawa Best Private Custom Walking Tour
Private, fully customizable 3-hour walking tour of Ottawa's political landmarks, led by a driver-guide who contacts you beforehand to shape the day around your interests.
- 3 hrs
- Private tour
- From C$558 per adult
Illustrative destination photos. Optional extras shown are not included unless listed below.
Duration3 hrs
TypePrivate
Group sizePer person
PriceC$558
Overview
This is a private three-hour walk through the heart of Ottawa, planned around what your group wants to see. Your guide gets in touch before the day to talk through your interests and shape the route.
We'll typically take in Parliament Hill and the Peace Tower, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the National War Memorial, and Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica on Sussex Drive. We pick you up anywhere in Ottawa and drop you back at your hotel, home or the airport when we're done.
Highlights
- Private walk planned around your interests
- Parliament Hill and the Peace Tower
- Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the National War Memorial
- Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica in Lowertown
- Pickup anywhere in Ottawa
- Museum visits can be added on request
Itinerary
Times and order are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and your group.
- 1PickupWe collect you anywhere in Ottawa and drop you at the start of the walk.
- 2Stop 1We begin near Ottawa's main Via Rail train station.
- 3Stop 2Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the National War Memorial.
- 4Stop 3Walk up to Parliament Hill and see the Peace Tower.
- 5Stop 4See Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica on Sussex Drive in Lowertown.
- 6Drop-offWe take you back to your hotel, home or the airport.
Meeting point and pickup
We pick you up anywhere in Ottawa; we need your pickup address to finalize the plan. We email the exact pickup time after 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
- 3 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?
Pick your guests, date and time at least 24 hours ahead. We confirm availability by email and then send pickup details.
Who guides the tour?
A licensed, insured driver-guide from a vetted local provider. A separate guide is available at extra cost.
Is it really private?
Yes, only your group takes part.
Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes. Your guide contacts you beforehand and can add a museum visit.
Do you go inside Parliament or the Basilica?
The tour covers the outsides of these buildings. Interior or museum visits can be added if you ask in advance.
When is pickup confirmed?
After your booking is confirmed, we email the pickup time along with vehicle and driver-guide details.
Can I change my booking?
Yes, before the 24-hour cutoff, subject to availability. Time beyond the tour length 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 date; later cancellations may incur charges. You pay only after you approve your quote, by secure online payment. Read the full policies.
Accessibility
No specific accessibility details; mobility, dietary or accessibility needs should be shared at booking so the provider can confirm what can be arranged.
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