Play the city game of Ottawa
An interactive adventure through Ottawa. Join the Order of the Secret Map, solve puzzles and uncover highlights and hidden gems at your own pace.
The story
The Order of the Secret Map
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route for you in Ottawa that ordinary visitors never fully see. You will walk through the majestic stone that whispers stories, past the vibrant currents of the Rideau Canal, and through the bustling soul of the ByWard Market. Prepare to unveil the deeper layers of this capital city.
A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.
About this city walk
Discover Ottawa on a self-guided walking tour
Our interactive walking tour of Ottawa blends a classic city walk with an escape game. You get a real tour guide in your pocket that takes you past the must-see landmarks of Ottawa and the hidden gems only locals know.
No schedules, no group, no headset. You play the city walk whenever you want, at your own pace. Perfect for things to do in Ottawa — solo, with friends, with kids, or as an activity for a city break, bachelor party or team outing.
Along the way you solve puzzles, collect letters and uncover the mystery of The Order of the Secret Map. A unique way to get to know Ottawa — more than a regular walking tour, and a fraction of the price of a live guide.
Why players love CityWalkGems
At your pace
No schedules or groups. Start, pause and resume whenever you want.
Highlights + gems
The must-sees plus spots even locals sometimes miss.
Story in every street
History and mystery woven through the city itself.
A fraction of a guide
A real private guide in your pocket, for a fraction of the price.
What you'll see in Ottawa
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route for you in Ottawa that ordinary visitors never fully see. You will walk through the majestic stone that whispers stories, past the vibrant currents of the Rideau Canal, and through the bustling soul of the ByWard Market. Prepare to unveil the deeper layers of this capital city.
Along the way you'll pass Parliament Hill, Centennial Flame, Confederation Square, Valiants Memorial, ByWard Market District and Major's Hill Park — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 1 hidden gems in Ottawa that only locals know about.
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Ready for the adventure?
Start your mission in Ottawa
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