Free Timber, Taverns & Tall Tales - ByWard Market Tour

Be the first to review
Verified by: FREETOUR.com
Provided by: Ottawa Walking Tours
Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Crazy Moose of Ottawa
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

Step into the birthplace of Ottawa on this fascinating 2-hour walking tour through the historic streets of the vibrant ByWard Market. From here, French Canadian and Irish immigrant stories helped shape the capital we know and love today. Admire architectural treasures like Notre Dame Basilica, stroll through the hidden courtyards, and uncover the fascinating tales of early traders, taverns, and timber barons. Enjoy the opportunity to appreciate and interact with the hard-working local vendors, adding flavour to a journey that blends history, culture, and community into an unforgettable Ottawa experience.

This guided walk includes stops at:

Notre Dame Cathedral-Basilica
The Royal Canadian Mint of Ottawa
National Peacekeeping (Reconciliation) Monument
Maman Spider
ByWard Market Building
Kiweki Point
Chateau Lafayette
OTTAWA Sign
Secret Courtyards

And Much Much More!
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
Read more

This activity includes:

  • ByWard Market
  • Royal Canadian Mint
  • Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica

Meeting point

Crazy Moose of Ottawa

On arrival

Meet your FREE English Ottawa Walking Tours guide at the "Crazy Moose of Ottawa" souvenir store, located at 71 William Street, between Rideau & George St, between The Grand Pizzeria (George St) and Scotiabank (Rideau St), 1/2 block down from The ByWard Market Building and 1/2 block up from the Rideau Centre in downtown Ottawa. Spot our FREE English Tour Guide holding a RED UMBRELLA.

Things to note

Tours run rain, snow or shine so please dress appropriately for the weather conditions!

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

Availability & Language
April 2026
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
Su
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
Today, 21 April 2026
No schedules found for this date. Please try another date
The closest date you can book this product is for 17.05.2026.
No availability
Tours Organized by Ottawa Walking Tours

More tours near Ottawa