Ottawa The Wild Side GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game

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1 to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Ottawa’s wild side! Spot iconic wildlife downtown, then head to Gatineau Park for outdoor adventures and animal sightings, explore fascinating exhibits at the Canadian Museum of Nature, or enjoy a drive-through safari at Parc Oméga—Canadian nature at its best! Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.

What's Included

Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience
Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace
A physical tour guide (not included)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the indicated mobile app closely.

End point

Reach this checkpoint to complete the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 to 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Stand beneath 'Maman', the towering spider sculpture at the National Gallery of Canada. Discover how this striking work celebrates motherhood, weaving, and protection through art.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    ByWard Market

    Embark on a creature photo hunt in the ByWard Market's Heritage Hall! Find and snap pictures of iconic Canadian animals—moose, beaver, bear, loon, and wolf—before time runs out.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Experience the sweet story of Canada's iconic maple syrup at Sirop D'érable. Learn why the maple leaf is a national symbol and uncover the delicious tradition behind 'liquid gold.'

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Uncover the beaver's tale at 69 George St! Discover how this national symbol recovered from near extinction and why its legacy is woven into Canada's history and fur trade.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Fairmont Château Laurier

    Step inside the Fairmont Château Laurier and explore an art gallery dedicated to the Arctic. Encounter sculptures and paintings that bring Canada's northern wildlife and Inuit art to life.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Visit Parliament Hill's East Block, where Canada's government works hard—just like the beaver! Discover parallels between these tireless builders and the country's lawmakers.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    At the Flags of Canada, examine bronze coats of arms and spot which provinces or territories feature animals or plants from your journey. Test your memory and attention to detail!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    See the Rideau Canal, the world's largest skating rink in winter! Learn about its historic 202 km waterway and how it transforms into an icy playground at the heart of Ottawa each year.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for visually impaired people
  • Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
  • Not recommended for seniors over 80
Supplied by Leplace - interactive self-guided app tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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