Ottawa Tourism is proud to support travel trade professionals with a comprehensive suite of tools and services designed to make planning group travel to Canada’s capital seamless and successful. From high-resolution images and promotional videos to sample itineraries, maps, and brochures, our resources help you showcase Ottawa’s top attractions with ease.
We also offer step-on guide referrals, receptive tour operator contacts, and assistance with itinerary development. Whether you're organizing student tours, leisure groups, or FIT travel, our team is here to provide expert guidance and local insight. Explore our downloadable assets and planning tools to create memorable, well-supported travel experiences in Ottawa.
Videos
Ottawa Destination Videos
Images
Our image gallery provides you access to a curated selection of downloadable seasonal photos of Canada’s capital region. You may use these images in your marketing collateral by crediting Ottawa Tourism.
Should you require specific imagery please contact our Travel Trade team who will be happy to assist you.
Downtown Ottawa map
This map showcases the location of iconic sights, points of interest, hotels and self-guided cycling routes within Ottawa’s downtown area.
Familiarization (FAM) tours
Ottawa Tourism’s familiarization (FAM) tours are an enjoyable and effective way for travel professionals to experience Ottawa first-hand and learn about its potential as a travel destination for both group and FIT clients. Our dedicated team works to ensure each FAM tour perfectly meets your needs, whether the tour is self-directed, assisted, or a full-service FAM fully coordinated by Ottawa Tourism.
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Self-directed FAM
Experience Ottawa sites on your own and at your own pace by using Ottawa Tourism’s Client Inspiration Passport. Our Client Inspiration Passport provides visiting Travel Trade and Media professionals the opportunity to create their own familiarization tour of Ottawa – and visit the city on their own schedule. It provides free admission for you and one guest to many of the attractions, tours and outdoor activities that make Ottawa an attractive all-year destination, as well as providing a taste in many Travel Trade restaurants. Proof of professional designation required.
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Assisted FAM
Planning new itineraries or orienting new staff? Want to invite your key clients to get familiar with your popular Ottawa tours? Ottawa Tourism staff will connect you with members and partners to create a FAM as a stand-alone or add-on visit.
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Virtual FAMs
Planning a new tour to Ottawa but can’t get here right now? We have created a new way for you to explore Canada’s capital – virtually. Enjoy a live guided tour of iconic museums or experience outdoor activities as if you were there. To scroll through the available Virtually Ottawa FAMs, go to the top right-hand corner of the video below and click on the “Playlist” button to see all the available Virtual FAM Tours. Click any (and all) to watch and get ready to explore Ottawa like never before!
Itineraries and activities for packaged travel
Motor coach info
Planning a group visit to Ottawa? The City of Ottawa regulates tour bus parking and offers a variety of options to make your stop safe and convenient. Below are key details and helpful links to assist with your planning.
Parking Maps & Traffic Flow
- Downtown Core Map: View updated tour bus parking locations in central Ottawa.
- Parliament Hill Map: Includes current passenger pick-up/drop-off zones and traffic flow details.
- Traffic Advisory: Tour buses may travel eastbound only on Wellington Street between Bank Street and Elgin Street.
Parking Options
- Metered Parking: Tour buses may park next to yellow parking meters and pay by coin or with a valid Tour Bus Parking Permit.
- Free Parking Locations:
- LeBreton Flats & Fleet Street: Free for up to 3 hours.
- Robert Guertin Centre (125 De Carillon Street, Gatineau, QC): Free daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tour Bus Parking Permits
- Permits are now available for purchase online via the Ottawa City Store.
For the most current information, including maps and permit details, visit the City of Ottawa’s Tour Bus Parking page.
Connect with the team
Contact the Travel Trade team
