ByWard Market Tour: Ottawa's Oldest Neighborhood

Explore ByWard Market’s vibrant history with tales of Irish workers, French traditions, and legendary taverns on this immersive 2-hour tour.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • ByWard Market - Explore one of the city’s oldest areas and stroll through outdoor vendor stalls offering local produce and flowers.
  • The Laff - Travel back to 1849 with a Pint of History at Ottawa’s Oldest Tavern.
  • Ottawa Sign, ByWard Market - Capture the Moment: Visitors can stand inside or climb on the large letters for an essential…
What's Included
  • Exterior of listed buildings and other buildings within the Market
What's Not Included
  • Interior of Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Whether as a complement to the complimentary Discover the Capital Historical Highlights tour or as a standalone adventure, journey back in time to experience the vibrant history of the ByWard Market: Ottawa’s oldest district! Delve into the spirited days of Bytown — where Irish canal workers engaged in the Shiners’ War, French Canadian families…

Location
71 William St
William Street
Crazy Moose of Ottawa Clothing Co. Tour guide will be holding a RED UMBRELLA.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Excursion40157033886
Jul 8, 2026
Very beautiful tour - Very nice visit, Philip provided us with many interesting historical details throughout the tour!
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Brighte686
Jun 24, 2026
★★★★★ Outstanding Ottawa Tour with Sophia – June 23, 2026 - I had the pleasure of touring Ottawa with Sophia on June 23, 2026, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the moment the tour began, her warmth, professionalism, and deep knowledge of Ottawa’s history, culture, and landmarks made the experience both engaging and memorable. Sophia brought the city to life with fascinating stories and insights that I would never have discovered on my own. She was patient, friendly, and genuinely passionate about sharing the best of Ottawa with visitors. Her recommendations and attention to detail made the tour feel personal and enjoyable throughout. Ottawa itself is a beautiful and welcoming city, rich in history, stunning architecture, and scenic views. Visiting its iconic landmarks while learning about their significance from Sophia made the experience even more special. If you are visiting Ottawa and looking for an exceptional guide, Sophia is an excellent choice. She helped make my Ottawa tour truly unforgettable. Thank you, Sophia, for a wonderful day and for sharing your love of Ottawa with me. — Bright
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G6073tqjop
Jun 10, 2026
Ottawa is not boring. Take the tour and you will find out some really cool facts. - Had such a fantastic time Philip did an amazing job. We were walking for 2 1/2 hours learning all about the city that I love much that I have lived in for all my life and found out some really cool things about Ottawa. Highly recommend this tour and especially Philip he was fun
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