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ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales
Ottawa
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Either as an addition to the free Discover the Capital Historical Highlights tour, or simply on its own, step back in time and experience the grit and glory of the ByWard Market: Ottawa’s oldest neighbourhood! Explore the rough-and-tumble days of Bytown — where Irish canal workers clashed in the Shiners’ War, French Canadian families fiercely protected their language and traditions, and lumberjacks boozed and brawled at the legendary Château Lafayette. From bustling Market Square to the powerful symbolism of the National Peacekeeping Memorial, this lively 2 hour tour uncovers the people, struggles, and incredible stories that shaped Canada’s capital. Join us and experience the Market like ne...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Exterior of Buildings listed and other Buildings within the Market
Interior of Notre Dame Cathedral
Purchase of food/beverages within the Market are at client's discretion
Meeting Points
Departure
71 William St
Crazy Moose of Ottawa Clothing Co. Tour guide will be holding a RED UMBRELLA.
Return
Itinerary
1
ByWard Market
Discover one of the oldest parts of the city and wander through the surrounding outdoor vendor stands featuring local produce and flowers
5 minutes
2
The Laff
Step into 1849 – A Pint of History at Ottawa’s Oldest Tavern
5 minutes
3
Ottawa Sign, ByWard Market
Strike a Pose: Guests can stand inside or climb on the oversized letters for Must-Have Photo Op!
5 minutes
4
Reconciliation: The Peacekeeping Monument
Honour the Peacekeeping Officers: Reflect on Canada's Promise and Message of Hope
5 minutes
5
The Maman Statue
Architecture and Art: Enjoy the visual contrast between the organic, spindly bronze legs and the sharp, crystalline glass of the National Gallery building.
5 minutes
6
Notre Dame Basilica
Discover Parisian Grandeur in the Heart of Canada's Capital - Visit of interior subject to venue availability
5 minutes
7
Royal Canadian Mint
The Castle of Coins - Canada's Vault of Treasures: Admire the 1908 Tudor-Gothic style exterior, which gives the building its distinct "fortress" appearance along the Ottawa River.
8
Lower Town
Cobblestones and Curiosities – The Secret Lanes of Lowertown: Experience the European-style patio culture and walk the architectural transition from the 1800s to the present
Either as an addition to the free Discover the Capital Historical Highlights tour, or simply on its own, step back in time and experience the grit and glory of the ByWard Market: Ottawa’s oldest neighbourhood! Explore the rough-and-tumble days of Bytown — where Irish canal workers clashed in the Shiners’ War, French Canadian families fiercely protected their language and traditions, and lumberjacks boozed and brawled at the legendary Château Lafayette. From bustling Market Square to the powerful symbolism of the National Peacekeeping Memorial, this lively 2 hour tour uncovers the people, struggles, and incredible stories that shaped Canada’s capital. Join us and experience the Market like ne...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Exterior of Buildings listed and other Buildings within the Market
Interior of Notre Dame Cathedral
Purchase of food/beverages within the Market are at client's discretion
Meeting Points
Departure
71 William St
Crazy Moose of Ottawa Clothing Co. Tour guide will be holding a RED UMBRELLA.
