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Top 8 food & drink things to do in Ottawa

Ottawa on a fork. Walking food tours through the markets, cooking classes with local chefs, tasting flights at the bars worth your time, and a couple of long lunches that double as the day's plan.

  1. Ottawa food tour with tastings in ByWard Market, Ottawa1

    1. Ottawa food tour with tastings in ByWard Market

    5.0· 19 reviews· 3 hours

    Two-and-a-half hours of walking through ByWard Market with six tastings of local cuisine and stories from a passionate local guide.

    Hannah was absolutely fantastic, scoring a perfect 10/10. She was friendly and well-informed, expertly guiding us through Ottawa while sharing local tastes and insights. It was an amazing experience that I highly recommend.Jake L
  2. Customizable private walking tour of Ottawa, Ottawa2

    2. Customizable private walking tour of Ottawa

    5.0· 3 reviews

    Flexible itinerary — explore Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal, ByWard Market, and more with a knowledgeable guide, tailored to your interests.

    Aliya was an excellent guide—very friendly and provided clear explanations for my family. I highly recommend this experience! Exploring Ottawa with her was a relaxed and enjoyable time.Jorge_C
  3. Progressive dinner experience in Ottawa's ByWard Market, Ottawa3

    3. Progressive dinner experience in Ottawa's ByWard Market

    5.0· 2 reviews· 3.3 hours

    Three-course dining adventure through ByWard Market with drink pairings, led by a local guide sharing insights on Ottawa's food culture.

    Every restaurant chosen was excellent for its course, featuring the best cocktail spot and delightful hidden gems for the main course and dessert. Our guide was charming and informative, sharing much about the local history and food culture in Ottawa.AliceAdele_S
  1. Wine and cider tour from Ottawa, Ottawa4

    4. Wine and cider tour from Ottawa

    5.0· 1 reviews· 7 hours

    Full-day tour from Ottawa—tastings at a local winery and cider orchard, plus lunch included.

    I had a great time learning about grapes and apple cider. The lunch and learn at KIN was enjoyable, and the pizza was delicious. The ciders were really flavorful too.Stephen_H
  2. Taste of Canada food tour in Ottawa, Ottawa5

    5. Taste of Canada food tour in Ottawa

    5.0· 1 reviews· 3.5 hours

    Two to two-and-a-half hours of guided tastings in Ottawa's ByWard Market, featuring Canadian comfort foods and local drinks, including poutine and a Bloody Caesar.

    A few months back, I participated in the Taste of Canada Tour with Flavia (Ottawa Food), and it was truly an incredible experience. Flavia provided detailed explanations with genuine passion. This is certainly a unique way to explore the city's culture and get to know it better.lauradelbarco92
  3. Self-guided walking tour of Ottawa's historic downtown, Ottawa6

    6. Self-guided walking tour of Ottawa's historic downtown

    4.8· 4 reviews

    Explore Ottawa's historic downtown at your own pace with an audio-guided walking tour, available 24/7, featuring landmarks and stories from the city's past.

    This is a brief tour of important spots in Ottawa, and I found it enjoyable. You can stop whenever to delve deeper into a particular area before continuing. It's packed with useful information and tips about the city, making it a great self-guided experience.Brendan_L
  4. Ottawa city highlights walking tour, Ottawa7

    7. Ottawa city highlights walking tour

    4.5· 108 reviews· 3 hours

    Three-hour guided walking tour through Ottawa's downtown — explore Parliament Hill, Major’s Hill Park, and Byward Market, led by local guides sharing compelling stories.

    The tour was fantastic, and Lee was exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly.R8248XIaprilb
  5. Ottawa land and water tour by amphibious vehicle, Ottawa8

    8. Ottawa land and water tour by amphibious vehicle

    4.2· 609 reviews· 1 hours

    One hour, amphibious vehicle — tour of Ottawa's highlights including Parliament Hill, National Gallery, and ByWard Market with a bilingual guide.

    We had a fantastic time on our girls' getaway. Wendy was an incredible guide, especially since it was my friends' first visit to Ottawa. The staff, from the ticket booth to the bus, were also great. I’d definitely do this again. A tip: spending an extra $10 for premium seating is worth it.Dana_C

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