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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.
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.
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.
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Operated by Let's Roam · Ottawa, Ontario
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.
Ottawa’s downtown grew up around the Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill; the Bar Hunt threads these civic landmarks with neighbourhood bars that reflect decades of local drinking culture — from long-running taverns on Elgin Street to newer craft-focused spots near Preston Street. The geology is quiet here: flat, river-sculpted streets and broad limestone façades that frame a night of urban exploration rather than backcountry exertion.
Expect a two-hour, mostly-level walk with short standing periods at stops. The app guides you, but local knowledge helps: ByWard Market sees heavier foot traffic on weekends, and Sparks Street can be surprisingly windy near the canal. Bring a charged phone, ID and a plan for safe rides home.
Practical tips: wear comfortable shoes for cobblestones and sidewalks, hydrate between drinks, and set a meeting point if your group splits. The route rewards curiosity — slip into a quieter side street for a mural photo or duck into a neighborhood microbrewery for a different vibe. Let the app arbitrate points; let common sense guide consumption. This is a night-out that turns a city bar crawl into a low-pressure, app-driven scavenger hunt with local flavor.
moderate.
2 hours.
Comfortable walking for several blocks and standing at bars; suitable for most adults with moderate fitness
Participants must be 21 or older to take part in the Bar Hunt and to be served alcohol at participating venues.
No set time is required; the Let’s Roam app is self-guided so you can start the scavenger hunt whenever venues are open, though weekends are busiest.
This experience is listed as all sales final; check the supplier’s cancellation policy before booking as refunds are not typically provided.
Many downtown sidewalks and some venues are accessible, but accessibility varies by bar—contact venues directly if you require step-free access.
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.
Support sustainability by using public transit, avoiding single-use plastics, and patronizing local bars that source ingredients responsibly.
Let's Roam operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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.
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.
Ottawa’s downtown grew up around the Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill; the Bar Hunt threads these civic landmarks with neighbourhood bars that reflect decades of local drinking culture — from long-running taverns on Elgin Street to newer craft-focused spots near Preston Street. The geology is quiet here: flat, river-sculpted streets and broad limestone façades that frame a night of urban exploration rather than backcountry exertion.
Expect a two-hour, mostly-level walk with short standing periods at stops. The app guides you, but local knowledge helps: ByWard Market sees heavier foot traffic on weekends, and Sparks Street can be surprisingly windy near the canal. Bring a charged phone, ID and a plan for safe rides home.
Practical tips: wear comfortable shoes for cobblestones and sidewalks, hydrate between drinks, and set a meeting point if your group splits. The route rewards curiosity — slip into a quieter side street for a mural photo or duck into a neighborhood microbrewery for a different vibe. Let the app arbitrate points; let common sense guide consumption. This is a night-out that turns a city bar crawl into a low-pressure, app-driven scavenger hunt with local flavor.