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1 day · Ottawa itinerary

Ottawa in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Ottawa? A capital of landmarks. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Parliament
  2. 2Canal
  3. 3Market
  4. 4Evening

Morning: Parliament Hill

The nation’s seat.

Afternoon: a canal cruise

The Rideau Canal by boat.

Evening: the market

ByWard Market flavours.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Ottawa — prices per person.

Flying Dress Photoshoot Experience in Ottawa
Ottawa
Flying Dress Photoshoot Experience in Ottawa
5.0(17)·1 hour
from$395/ person
via Viator
Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & Canal Cruise
Ottawa
Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & Canal Cruise
4.4(195)·4 hours
from$100/ person
via Viator
Ottawa Ecological Reserve Kayak Tour with TURTLE Sightings
Ottawa
Ottawa Ecological Reserve Kayak Tour with TURTLE Sightings
5.0(26)·1h 45min
from$54/ person
via Viator
Ottawa's Original Historical Highlights Public Walking Tour
Ottawa
Ottawa's Original Historical Highlights Public Walking Tour
4.9(54)·2 hours
from$19/ person
via Viator
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Ottawa
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
4.3(1,279)·1h 30min
from$43/ person
via Viator
Ottawa - Byward Market Food Tour
Ottawa
Ottawa - Byward Market Food Tour
5.0(26)·3h 30min
from$93/ person
via Viator
Ottawa City One Day Tour
Montreal
Ottawa City One Day Tour
4.7(12)·12 hours
from$71/ person
via Viator
Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise
Ottawa
Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise
3.7(29)·3h 30min
from$57/ person
via Viator

Ottawa in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Ottawa in one day?
Yes — Parliament, the canal and the market fill a day.
What is the best one-day tour?
A city sightseeing tour with the canal cruise.
Is one day enough?
One day covers the highlights; add a day for museums.

Explore more in Ottawa

Parliament HillCity SightseeingRideau Canal CruiseMuseumsFood & Market