Discover the history, functions and art of Canada’s Parliament with a guided tour of Centre Block. This iconic building is home to the Senate, House of Commons and Library of Parliament. Free tours are available daily.
From July to early September, visit East Block, the nerve centre of Canada’s government during its first hundred years. Guided tours take you inside restored heritage rooms to explore parliamentary life in the late 19th century.
From September to April, school groups may take a curriculum-based tour, Follow that Bill (grades 4-6, cycles 2 and 3 in Quebec) or Searching for Symbols (kindergarten to grade 3, cycle 1 in Quebec). School groups can also choose to book a general tour throughout the year.
Get a bird’s eye view of the National Capital Region from the Peace Tower or visit the Memorial Chamber, which commemorates Canadians who have lost their lives in military service.
On a first-come, first-served basis, visitors are welcome to watch proceedings in the Senate and the House of Commons whenever they are in session. Please check the Senate and House of Commons calendars before your visit to confirm if the chambers will be sitting.
Business visitors can arrange to meet a Senator or MP or attend a parliamentary committee.
Remember to stop by the Parliamentary Boutique for a lasting memory of your visit. The Boutique offers a wide range of mementoes and products unique to Parliament.
Discover a unique musical experience: the 53 bells of the Peace Tower Carillon. For information, schedules and special dates, visit the House of Commons Heritage Collection.
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation, a selection of Canada's foundational documents are on display in a new exhibit in the Library of Parliament. Spanning the years 1867 to 1982, each of these documents represents a key moment in Canadian history.
This special exhibit, completed in partnership with Library and Archives Canada, can be seen as part of a guided tour.