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Gatineau Self Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt

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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.
90 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Are you looking for what to do in Gatineau? A stroll through the Hull sector is an opportunity to learn about its history and discover all its attractions. You must solve challenges at each step to know your next destination.

Buy either a single or a group ticket.

Walk from the Maison du Citoyen to Jacques-Cartier Park, passing by the Canadian Children’s Museums and History Museum, as well as Fontaine Park, several monuments, and other sites. You will have fun taking on challenges.

The Gatineau Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.1 km/1.9 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 2 hours to complete.
- A fun learning experience
- See the sights! 20 locations
- Learn some local history
- Fun for all ages, kids included
- Walk at your own pace: 3.1 km/1.9 mi
- Pets allowed throughout the tour
- Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout
- Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule

What's Included

  • Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required)
  • 24/7 customer support
  • 24 varied challenges
  • This tour is strictly exterior sightseeing, you need not enter any of the locations seen on it.
  • You can pause the activity to visit any of the locations along the tour route.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

25 Rue Laurier
Gatineau, QC J8X 4C8, Canada

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What To Expect

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Maison du Citoyen

See and learn about Gatineau's City Hall. See some public art installations and solve a challenge.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Canadian Museum of History (pass by)

Walk around the right and rear of the Canadian Museum of History, as you learn about what it contains. Admire some public art outside the museum and solve a few challenges as you walk around it. 5 minutes.
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Sentier des Voyageurs

Walk between the Kruger paper mill and the Canadian History Museum. Learn about the history of the paper industry here. Solve a few challenges as you make your way to the river's edge.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Parliament Hill (pass by)

As you approach the Ottawa River, you can clearly see and admire the rear of the Canadian Parliament. Learn some of its history and solve a challenge. 5 min
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Alexandra Bridge (pass by)

See and learn about the Alexandra railway Bridge. Solve a challenge and continue walking to the next destination. 5 min
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Canadian Children's Museum (pass by)

See and learn about the Canadian Children's Museum as you walk behind it along the Ottawa River. Solve a challenge Spend 5 minutes here.
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Trans Canada Trail

Walk away from the History Museum and Children's Museum to the north, under Alexandra Bridge, on the Trans-Canada Trail. Solve a challenge
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Port de plaisance Jacques-Cartier - Marina de Hull (pass by)

Walk past the little marina on the Ottawa River Solve a challenge 5 min here
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Jacques Cartier Park

Walk through this large park along the Ottawa River to see its monuments. Learn some of the city's history and about its heroes. Solve a few challenges while you are here.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Maison Charron-Wright (pass by)

See his old house museum within Jacques Cartier Park. Solve a challenge 5 min here.
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Statue of Maurice Richard

See and learn about the French-Canadian hockey legend that is Maurice "The Rocket" Richard. Solve a challenge
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Boulevard des Allumettières

Walk on the park side of this street and learn about Gatineau's match-making history. See a few urban art installations. Solve a few challenges.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Centre communautaire Fontaine (pass by)

See the New-France Virtual Museum located in the Fontaine Community Center. Learn about it and solve a challenge. 5 min here
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Tennis Courts Parc Fontaine

Walk through Fontaine Park, by the tennis courts and other sports areas as you learn more about how the city came about. Solve a few challenges before exiting on the opposite end of the park.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place du Portage Phase II (pass by)

Approach many of the Brutalist government of Canada buildings of downtown Hull/Gatineau. Solve a challenge 10min
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Fontaine du Parc Portage

See the public park behind Gatineau's City Hall. Solve a challenge
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gatineau Self Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gatineau Self Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required).
  • 24/7 customer support.
  • 24 varied challenges.
The following is NOT included:
  • This tour is strictly exterior sightseeing, you need not enter any of the locations seen on it.
  • You can pause the activity to visit any of the locations along the tour route.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Gatineau Self Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gatineau Self Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required)
  • 24/7 customer support
  • 24 varied challenges
  • This tour is strictly exterior sightseeing, you need not enter any of the locations seen on it.
  • You can pause the activity to visit any of the locations along the tour route.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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