This plan is for everyone who loves a good Citywalk. I hope that on June 6, you all enjoy the chance to step behind the doors of Ottawa’s most mysterious and beautiful landmarks!
Start/End Point: Supreme Court of Canada (301 Wellington St).
Parking Tip: The Supreme Court parking lot is free on weekends, but spots are extremely limited. It is highly recommended to arrive early (before 10:00 AM) to secure a spot. If full, you can find paid parking at the nearby Library and Archives Canada or along Sparks Street.
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Estimated Intensity: The straight-line distance is about 10km, but with building tours and detours, expect to walk 15km. Please allow 5–6 hours for the full experience. Wear your best walking shoes – your step counter is going to love you today!
Self-Guided Itinerary
This plan is designed as a self-guided tour. Feel free to grab a few friends and head out whenever suits you best. There is no formal meeting point or large group to follow—you are the master of your own pace!
Since this is a loop route, you can start at any point on the list or skip buildings based on your interests. We recommend small groups of 2–4 people (carpooling or walking) for the best efficiency when entering and touring the buildings.
The Route Highlights
Zone 1: Sparks St:
- Supreme Court of Canada, 301 Wellington Street, Saturday and Sunday
- Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street, Saturday and Sunday
- Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa, 414 Sparks Street, Saturday and Sunday
- St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 82 Kent Street, Saturday and Sunday
- University of Ottawa Press, 99 Bank Street, Saturday only
- Library of Parliament (former Bank of Nova Scotia), 125 Sparks Street, Saturday and Sunday
Zone 2: Laurier Ave:
- Ottawa Visitor’s Centre, 54 Elgin Street, Saturday and Sunday
- Lord Elgin Hotel, 100 Elgin Street, Saturday and Sunday
- Heritage Building and Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, Sunday only
- Knox Presbyterian Church, 120 Lisgar Street, Saturday and Sunday
- Lisgar Collegiate Institute, 29 Lisgar Street, Saturday only
- Laurier House National Historic Site, 335 Laurier Avenue East, Saturday and Sunday
Zone 3: Sandy Hill/ByWard:
- Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Avenue, Saturday only
- Arts Court, 2 Daly Avenue, Saturday only
- Ottawa Art Gallery, 10 Daly Avenue, Saturday and Sunday
- ByWard Market
- Ottawa School of Art, 35 George Street, Saturday only
Lunch Break: Stop at ByWard Market for a quick bite!
Zone 4: Sussex Drive:
- Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat, 199 Sussex Drive, Saturday and Sunday
- Royal Canadian Mint, 320 Sussex Drive, Saturday and Sunday
- Bytown Museum: Commissariat Building, 1 Canal Lane, Daily Open
The Scenic Finish: Walk back via the Parliament Hill rear pathway for the best views of the Ottawa River before returning to the Supreme Court.
Anna Ren 