The capital city of Canada, Ottawa is the fourth-largest metropolitan and political center of Canada. It was initially founded as Bytown in 1826. The climate of the city remains cold throughout the year so much so that it is the seventh coldest capital in the world. The Canadian Tulip festival is held in Ottawa every year in May which brings tourists from all over the globe.
Sightseeing around Ottawa aboard a double-decker hop-on hop-off bus will offer you a unique perspective of the city. Experience the city from all avenues while listening to informative audio commentary about its history. Visit Parliament Hill, the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Rideau Hall, and more. Wander through Byward Market, explore RCMP Stables, or see the oldest church in Ottawa: Notre Dame Basilica. Choose between a 1-day or 2-day Hop-on, Hop-off Tour of Ottawa and make the most of your Ottawa vacation. With over 15 stops throughout the city, taking this tour is what to do in Ottawa!
March to May is the best time to plan a visit to Ottawa. It is the onset of spring in the city and events like the Tulip Festival also take place during this time. July is the hottest in Ottawa, so you should avoid that.
We recommend 3 to 5 days to explore Ottawa and cover the city’s major attractions at a comfortable pace.
That will depend on the tour provider. You’ll find that hop-on hop-off bus tours can be either live or audio-guided. Many will have a pre-recorded commentary that’ll share fascinating information about the history of Ottawa, its culture, and many places of interest. You’ll find that the audio commentary will be provided in various languages. English, French, German and Spanish are the most commonly used, but others may be available. Check the specific product page for full details of all the languages offered.
You can visit the relevant product page and check the Useful Downloads section to find the latest information as routes, stops, and timings change frequently.