Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Description
Discover the hidden stories and fascinating history of Ottawa’s most famous castle, the iconic Fairmont Château Laurier. Join us for a 75-minute guided tour as we go behind the scenes and explore the secrets of this majestic landmark. Learn about concealed passageways, hear about political rendezvous, and stand in the ballrooms where countless grand galas have taken place. See the luxurious swimming pool and the exclusive areas typically reserved for guests. Immerse yourself in captivating tales of the Château Laurier’s notable guests and its storied past. While the focus isn’t on ghost stories…we might just share one. Book your adventure today and let our captivating guides unlock the magic of this majestic castle. Presented in English only. Not a ghost tour.
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Itinerary
We explore Ottawa's historic and charming castle along the Rideau Canal.
The Rideau Canal, a historic UNESCO World Heritage Site, winds through the heart of Ottawa, offering picturesque views and a vibrant cultural experience. Take in unique views of this Ottawa landmark from the windows of the hotel.
Parliament Hill, a symbol of Canadian democracy, stands majestically in Ottawa, overlooking the historic Rideau Canal and serving as the vibrant heart of the nation's capital. Take in one-of-a-kind views of 'the Hill' from the windows of the hotel.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(71)
It was a fantastic tour of the hotel with many hidden gems along the way. Emily was our tour guide who told wonderful stories of its history with animation! She really added to the experience and did an outstanding job!
Great guide, Paulina, shared a lot of interesting information about the Chatheau.
A nice pace tour with a knowledgeable guide that presented facts and interesting information throughout.
An interesting trip into the history of a great hotel. Nat needs to work on her projection especially when noisy but her stories were entertaining.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The tour of the Fairmont Château Laurier was a truly wonderful experience. This iconic Ottawa hotel is filled with incredible history, elegant décor, and fascinating stories that bring its past to life. It is not simply a beautiful building—it is a piece of history that has been carefully preserved through generations. A special thank-you to our guide, Emily. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and perfectly captured the atmosphere of the tour in her charming French-inspired outfit—a beautiful blue dress and beret. Her storytelling offered us a fascinating glimpse into the hotel’s behind-the-scenes life and made every historical detail feel even more memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who would like to discover Ottawa from a different perspective and experience the history hidden behind the walls of this magnificent hotel.
The hotel is beautiful and gorgeous to look at, but the tour dulled in comparison. The tour guide was extremely flat and although she tried to make jokes, you never really knew if it was a joke or not due to her demeanor. The tour lacked much information and barely covered the history and beauty of the hotel. Overall, id a done better just walking around the hotel myself reading the plaques and pictures.
Fun tour, interesting facts, and a great guide with Kim. Got to see places in the hotel we would not otherwise have seen.
This was an interesting walking tour of the hotel. Emily was a great guide. I particularly enjoyed seeing large banquet rooms that are usually locked.
Our kind was friendly and spoke well. It's just a shame the information she had was rather lack luster. You'd think with a hotel this old the stories would be more interesting. You only see the main floor and basement of the hotel.
Good look into the Hotel and history of it. Emily did a great job in telling us all about the hotel.
