- Tours start in the lobby of Desmarais Hall (55 Laurier Ave East).
- Plan on arriving 10 to 15 minutes before the tour officially starts to be able to make your way to the meeting spot.
- Tours are approximately 90 minutes long.
- You will be walking outdoors for a good part of the tour, so dress accordingly!
- Please note that we will not be able to accommodate late arrivals, our student ambassadors are only available at the scheduled time.
- You can park in Desmarais Garage located at 55, Laurier Ave East for the duration of your tour.
Campus tours
Stay connected to the University of Ottawa and explore the campus from top to bottom. Choose the option below that suits you best!
In-person guided tours
Whether you're exploring uOttawa or preparing to start this fall, we have a tour for you!
Campus tours are primarily intended for prospective undergraduate students interested in programs in Arts, Engineering, Health Sciences, Science, Social Sciences and the Telfer School of Management. Tours for Education, Law and Medicine cannot be guaranteed, and our student ambassadors are not able to answer graduate-level program questions.
Book the right tour for you
- Future students: Book a tour with a student ambassador to discover key campus spots and learn about programs and student life.
- New students starting in September 2026: Book a tour with a student mentor to get insider tips, shortcuts, and advice to start your journey with confidence.
Request a group tour
We offer group tours upon request for groups of 10 or more people. To request a group tour, please email [email protected] with the desired date and size of your group at least 2 weeks prior to the tour.
Tips and directions
Self-guided virtual tour
Take a self-guided virtual tour at your own pace and discover the ways uOttawa stands out from other universities, our location in the heart of downtown Ottawa and some of the most popular places on campus.
Looking for a specific tour? Try one of these.
Contact us
Liaison Office
Tabaret Hall
550 Cumberland Street, Room 088
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Canada
Tel.: 613-562-5800 ext. 1000
Toll free: 1-877-868-8292
Canadian applicants: [email protected]
International applicants: [email protected]
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