Ottawa Tulip Festival Day Trip from Toronto with Lunch option

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12 to 14 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Celebrate spring at Canada’s vibrant Tulip Festival in Commissioners Park, where over 300,000 tulips create a colorful display across Dow’s Lake. Enjoy a self-guided tour at your own pace, capturing stunning photos of the blooming tulips. Afterward, visit Parliament Hill for a classic photo opportunity before heading to ByWard Market for free time to eat and shop. Don’t miss this cherished tradition that attracts visitors each year.

- Discover the beauty of over 300,000 tulips at Dow’s Lake
- Enjoy a self-guided tour with flexible time to explore
- Stop by Parliament Hill for iconic photo opportunities
- Option to add lunch with a choice of sandwich and side

What's Included

Self-guided time at the Tulip Festival grounds
Parliament Hill photo stop
Round-trip transportation by comfortable coach
ByWard Market free time
English-speaking host/guide support
Available for purchase
Gratuities
Attraction tickets beyond festival offerings
Personal shopping and souvenirs

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. Your coach will depart on time. Look for Gray Line signage.

Drop-off point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 to 14 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Toronto

    Meet your guide, check in, and settle into the coach for an easy spring road trip east. Multiple departure options from 7AM to 7:40AM.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ottawa

    Travel from Toronto to Canada’s capital in comfort and style. Sit back in a modern coach as you cruise past rolling farmland, charming small towns, and scenic stretches of Eastern Ontario.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Enjoy 300,000+ tulips, photo stops, and the Self-Guided Legacy Tour using QR codes (self-guided).

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • Parliament Hill and Buildings (Pass by)

    Quick capital highlight—capture iconic views of Canada’s Parliament buildings and skyline.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    ByWard Market

    Explore the market district, choose a quick bite, and browse local shops before the return drive.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Toronto

    Relax on the ride back. Arrival is approx. 9:00 PM, depending on traffic.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gray Line Toronto

Tags

Bus Services
Carnival

Cancellation Policy

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

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