Rideau Street and the Arts District

Originally part of the Sparks estate, this historic seven-block area between the Canal and Waller Street contains or faces eighteen designated heritage buildings and includes Ottawa's first main street, laid out in 1826.

GUIDE: David Jeanes is president of Heritage Ottawa and author of numerous downtown heritage tours.

Heritage Ottawa Members: $5  /  Non-Members: $10  ( Payable by cash at start of the tour )

Please note: The tour ends at the new Ottawa Art Gallery on Daly Avenue at the corner of Waller Street.