Turn a classic night out into a charged scavenger hunt: the Let’s Roam Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl uses an app to guide teams through ByWard Market and nearby neighbourhoods, pairing pub stops with photo and trivia challenges. Comfortable shoes, a charged phone and valid ID get you most of the way.
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The evening opens with city light on wet pavement and a phone buzzing with your first clue — the Let’s Roam app turns Ottawa’s streets into a playful course. You and your crew weave through the compact blocks near ByWard Market, racing from one lively pub to the next, pausing to complete photo, video and trivia challenges that push conversation and dares in equal measure.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable walking for several blocks and standing at bars; suitable for most adults with moderate fitness
Wildlife
History
Ottawa’s downtown grew around the Rideau Canal (opened 1832) and the ByWard Market (established 1826), both shaping the city’s social and commercial life through the 19th and 20th centuries.
Conservation
Support sustainability by using public transit, avoiding single-use plastics, and patronizing local bars that source ingredients responsibly.
Reserve your spot on the Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring Photo-Friendly Gear
A fully charged smartphone and a small power bank keep the app and photo challenges working all night.
Carry Your ID
This experience requires participants to be 21+ and bars will check ID for alcohol service.
Pace Your Drinks and Hydrate
Alternate alcoholic beverages with water and take short walking breaks between bars to avoid overconsumption.
Comfortable Footwear Matters
Expect walking on sidewalks, occasional cobblestones and stairs inside venues—supportive shoes reduce soreness.
Charged Smartphone
Runs the Let’s Roam app, records photos/videos, and stores your digital ticket.
Valid Government ID
Required for alcohol service at bars and often checked on entry.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supports walking between venues and negotiating uneven sidewalks or cobblestones.
Small Reusable Water Bottle
Helps you stay hydrated between drinks, especially on warm evenings.
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