Ottawa Highlights: Parliament, Canal & ByWard Market｜Canada

Discover Ottawa's most iconic landmarks on a comfortable guided city tour.
Pick-up and drop-off are included from Fairmont Chateau Laurier, nearby downtown Ottawa hotels or another confirmed Ottawa-area location.

This is the most efficient short introduction to Ottawa for visitors staying near Fairmont Chateau Laurier, ByWard Market, the Rideau Centre, Parliament Hill or the downtown core. The route is built around Ottawa's most recognizable landmarks: Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal and the historic ByWard Market.

After pick-up, your guide will begin with the ceremonial heart of Canada's capital. Enjoy exterior views of Parliament Hill, learn about Ottawa's role as the seat of Canada's federal government and see the impressive architecture that defines the city skyline.

The tour continues toward the Rideau Canal, one of Ottawa's most important historic and scenic features. Depending on traffic, access and timing, guests may see the canal locks, nearby viewpoints, Chateau Laurier exterior areas and surrounding downtown landmarks.

From there, travel into the ByWard Market district, one of Ottawa's best-known visitor areas. The market area is known for restaurants, cafes, shops, public spaces, heritage streets and lively city energy. Your guide may share recommendations for places to eat, walk, shop or revisit after the tour.

The route may also include Confederation Square, the National War Memorial, Sussex Drive, the National Gallery of Canada, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Major's Hill Park and Ottawa River viewpoint areas, depending on timing and traffic.

This tour is designed as a comfortable chauffeured sightseeing experience with local commentary. Short photo stops may be included when parking, weather and timing permit.

At the end of the experience, guests are returned to Fairmont Chateau Laurier, a nearby downtown hotel or another confirmed central Ottawa location.