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*Jekyll&Hyde* Ottawa symbolism and voices of yore

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Registered on February 26, 2024

I am a lifelong traveler, a Canadian born in Europe, with a passion for history, biographical data, and archaeology; attracted to authentic travel experience and will offer information based on your area of interest. French spoken without hesitation...I enjoy accommodating smaller groups, there is no rush on my tour (e.g. families, individual and,or retired people are all welcome). Contact me if you don't see available spots on your desired day. NB the narrative may be slower and explanations/terminology simplified to benefit the walkers who don't have full command of English. To compensate, I am willing to stay with the tour longer

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Welcome to Ottawa, friends! Bienvenidos, mis amigas y amigos! Power and weakness; crime and safety; freedom and slavery; lies and truth; poverty and luxury; politics and culture, we discuss the BYcity and the maze of history.
During our tour, we will visit some of the main points of interest in the city:
1. Notre Dame basilica including interior 
2. Royal Canadian Mint, 1908 building 
3. National Gallery ("Musee des Beaux Arts" in French), monument to Samuel de Champlain
4. Peacekeeping Monument to Canadian soldiers; the indigenous "Three Sentinels"
5. Majors Hill park, monuments to Colonel By and an Anishinabe scout
6. Byward Market: "Corkstown" historic area popular with the visitors
7. Rideau canal a UNESCO World heritage site
8. National War Monument and ...
Outside of our tour, but important:
Nature museum, City Hall, Library of the Parliament, Centennial Flame, National Arts Center, Ottawa Art Gallery and demonstration of photo albums to learn about the dynamics of change, works of important artists and local photographers.
I'll be happy to stick around longer to answer your questions and share my recommendations on the best spots to enjoy Ottawa as locals do. 
Don't miss out on this unique experience in Ottawa!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, ON K1A 0G8, Ca...
    380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, ON K1A 0G8, Canada
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    I will be under the spider called "Maman" wearing my bright red bicycle shirt and a red hat

  • 1
    Outside visit
    National Gallery of Canada
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Major's Hill Park
  • 4
    Outside visit
    ByWard Market
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Rideau Canal
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Parliament Hill
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Sparks Street
  • 8
    Outside visit
    National War Memorial of Canada

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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5.0
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4.0
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4.29
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4.86
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4.43
ANINDITA (4 Ratings)
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Travelled in couple - Sep 2024
I had taken this walking tour with Ed during my short visit to Ottawa in early September. It was a wonderful sunlit day and Ed appeared much before time at Nation Art gallery. He came with a magnanimous smile which always boosts our spirits when we needed it most. He kept us engaging all through the walking tour. There was not a single boring moment. His consistent positive attitude has made a huge difference in the tour. Thank you for your positivity. Ed showed us the different historical places focusing core Parliament area with amazing story telling fashion and enveloped with lots of history. He was also carrying a book to show the picture to relate that historical landmark during the past and present. He guided the tour with a smile and an eagerness to explore the city with enormous enthusiasm. We are grateful for that. Reliability is hard to come by. Thank you for being someone we can always count on! I’m so grateful for all your hard work during this walking tour. His attention to detail and meticulousness in his work are unmatched. It’s rare to come across people who are so dedicated and trustworthy. Thank you for your unwavering commitment towards this tour. We are grateful for your valuable expertise and the unique perspective you bring to this walking tour. Ed also suggested what are the interesting events happening now in Ottawa, which days we can visit the three astonishing museums in Ottawa free of charge etc.. He also joined us when we visited National Nation Art gallery on a Thursday to guide us the must-see arts within the gallery and also the Church!. Without his help this Church within the Nation Art gallery would have been un-noticed for me. All his efforts have not gone unnoticed. My words can never be enough to praise his actions; the work and effort he puts in in a walking tour exceeded my expectations. Thank you, Ed!"
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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