Ottawa: Secrets of the Château Laurier - Guided Hotel Tour

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84 reviews
Activity provider:
The Haunted Walk / Hidden InSite
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Ottawa: Secrets of the Château Laurier - Guided Hotel Tour
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
84 reviews
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Explore Ottawa’s Fairmont Château Laurier on a 75-minute guided tour. Discover intriguing tales of notable guests, hidden secrets, and incredible history behind the scenes of the iconic hotel.

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Duration 75 minutes
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Live tour guide
English, French
Wheelchair accessible

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Carol – Canada

Great guide for walking tour. Group of 4 we all enjoyed learning about the hotel but found 90 minutes a bit long. It was easy for one of us to retire to lobby for a chair.

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5 out of 5 stars
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Carol – Canada

Learned a lot about the History of the Chateau Laurier and saw parts of it not generally open to the public.

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Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of this iconic castle in the heart of Ottawa.
  • Marvel at the high ceilings & splendid marble floors in the lobby of the hotel.
  • Walk through the grand corridors on the way to the Renaissance-style ballrooms.

Full description

Begin your adventure at the concierge desk, where you'll meet your expert guide. Start in the grand lobby, marvelling at the high ceilings and intricate wooden panels. Stroll through historic corridors, taking in their timeless beauty, and step into the famous ballrooms that have hosted royal guests. Immerse yourself in captivating tales of the Château Laurier’s notable guests and its storied past. Conclude your behind-the-scenes visit back at the starting point, enriched by the secrets and stories of this majestic landmark.

Includes

  • Access to the hotel
  • Tour guide
  • Walking tour of the interior
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meet at the Concierge Desk inside the lobby of the Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel. Your guide will be wearing a blue lanyard and a Hidden InSite name tag. Paid underground parking is available nearby at the World Exchange Plaza (45 O'Connor Street), City Hall (110 Laurier Ave West), and the National Arts Centre (99 Elgin Street). These locations are a short walk from the hotel.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Video recording

Know before you go

  • Photographs are allowed but recording videos is not permitted
  • This is an indoor activity so it takes place in all weather conditions
Likely to sell out

From $29 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 84 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Carol – CanadaMay 28, 2025 – Verified booking
Great guide for walking tour. Group of 4 we all enjoyed learning about the hotel but found 90 minutes a bit long. It was easy for one of us to retire to lobby for a chair.
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Carol – CanadaApril 27, 2025 – Verified booking
Learned a lot about the History of the Chateau Laurier and saw parts of it not generally open to the public.
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Teresa – CanadaMarch 24, 2025 – Verified booking
I really enjoyed the tour. It was at a great pace, the tour guide was very knowledgeable. I enjoyed that the tour was like a story with very fascinating facts. I would have liked seeing one of the guest rooms but other then that I would it was lovely and would recommend it.

Product ID: 742074

Activity provider:
The Haunted Walk / Hidden InSite

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