Explore Ottawa’s landmarks with a self-guided scavenger hunt. Use clues, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy a flexible, fun team-building adventure.
Explore Ottawa’s landmarks with a self-guided scavenger hunt. Use clues, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy a flexible, fun team-building adventure.
- Parliament of Canada - A Smooth & Adaptable Beginning: Download the World City Trail app and use your 10-digit booking reference to log in. Note: This is entirely self-guided; no one will be there to meet you. Start anytime, day or night. We recommend beginning at the Parliament of Canada for the optimal route, though you can start or finish…
- Parliament of Canada - A Smooth & Adaptable Beginning: Download the World City Trail app and use your 10-digit booking reference to log in. Note: This is entirely self-guided; no one will be there to meet you. Start anytime, day or night. We recommend beginning at the Parliament of Canada for the optimal route, though you can start or finish anywhere.
Interactive Discovery: Embark on a 2.4km walk (approximately 34 minutes of walking time). Use creativity and keen observation to solve riddles at stops like the Centennial Flame or the historic Rideau Canal to reveal your next destination. The entire activity typically lasts around 2.5 hours, depending on your pace and breaks.
Your Tour, Your Style: Personalize your route, rearrange the order of locations, or skip stops to suit your schedule. Take a break to enjoy a BeaverTail pastry in the ByWard Market or to take in the view from Major’s Hill Park, and resume exactly where you paused. There is no time limit—your access is valid for a full year.
Stories & Tips: Discover legends and history through text or audio guides at sites like the Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica and the Royal Canadian Mint. Includes curated local restaurant and shop recommendations. Available in 5 languages: EN, DE, FR, NL, PT. Note: Outdoor-only; internet connection required.

- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support…
- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
- Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn’t finish at the starting location.
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Max 15 people per booking in Ottawa. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Max 15 people per booking in Ottawa. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
Discover Ottawa in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and walking at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break to snap a photo with the giant spider statue at the National Gallery or enjoy a…
Discover Ottawa in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and walking at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break to snap a photo with the giant spider statue at the National Gallery or enjoy a leisurely walk by the National War Memorial, and continue whenever you wish—even the following day. This distinctive team-building experience is ideal for couples, families, and groups.
The “Complete City” Package - All essentials in one app:
Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and explore over 10 major attractions, with hidden gems unveiled along the journey.
Audio & Text: Choose to listen to our audio guide or read about the history and legends of each location.
Insider Tips: Gain access to curated local restaurant and shop recommendations.
Places you will visit include: Parliament, Centennial Flame, The National War Memorial, The Famous Five, Rideau Canal, Major’s Hill Park, Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica, Royal Mint, National Gallery, and the Champlain Statue.
- Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day. You can even contact us to change the tour to a different city!
- Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
- Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via worldcitytrail chat. Please note that we do not offer phone support; the chat link is our only official support channel.
- Audio Experience: You can use your phone’s speaker to listen to the tour, but you are also welcome to use headphones if you prefer.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.