Sightseeing

Supreme Court of Canada

📍 301 Wellington Street, Ottawa, Ontario

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Ottawa
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: Approximately 1 hour (guided tour about 30 minutes)
Opening Hours: Daily 09:00-17:00 · May-August daily 9:00-17:00 (including weekends); September to April Monday to Friday 9:00-17:00 (guided tour reservation required); public may observe court sessions on hearing days
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free
Address: 301 Wellington Street, Ottawa, Ontario
Coordinates: 45.4219, -75.7053

Introduction

The Supreme Court of Canada is Canada's highest federal judicial institution, located in the capital, Ottawa. The building blends a modern concrete shell with a traditional copper roof, solemn and elegant. The court hears major appeal cases and is open to visitors, including the main courtroom and guided tours. Adjacent to Parliament Hill, it is an important place to learn about Canada's judicial system and constitutional development.

✨ Highlights

Seat of Canada's highest federal judicial institution

At Supreme Court of Canada, Seat of Canada's highest federal judicial institution is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Architecture blending modern and traditional styles; the main courtroom is grand and solemn

At Supreme Court of Canada, Architecture blending modern and traditional styles; the main courtroom is grand and solemn is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Free guided tours; in summer, tours are led by University of Ottawa Faculty of Law students

At Supreme Court of Canada, Free guided tours; in summer, tours are led by University of Ottawa Faculty of Law students is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Public may enter the courtroom to observe sessions on hearing days

At Supreme Court of Canada, Public may enter the courtroom to observe sessions on hearing days is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Transportation：Located in downtown Ottawa near Parliament Hill, accessible on foot; OC Transpo bus and Confederation Line light rail to Union Station

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday	09:00-17:00
Tuesday	09:00-17:00
Wednesday	09:00-17:00
Thursday	09:00-17:00
Friday	09:00-17:00

May-August daily 9:00-17:00 (including weekends); September to April Monday to Friday 9:00-17:00 (guided tour reservation required); public may observe court sessions on hearing days

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: May-August daily 9:00-17:00 (including weekends); September to April Monday to Friday 9:00-17:00 (guided tour reservation required); public may observe court sessions on hearing days; admission: Free.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Supreme Court of Canada?

Monday: 09:00-17:00; Tuesday: 09:00-17:00; Wednesday: 09:00-17:00; Thursday: 09:00-17:00; Friday: 09:00-17:00; May-August daily 9:00-17:00 (including weekends); September to April Monday to Friday 9:00-17:00 (guided tour reservation required); public may observe court sessions on hearing days

How much is the admission for Supreme Court of Canada?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Supreme Court of Canada?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: May-August daily 9:00-17:00 (including weekends); September to April Monday to Friday 9:00-17:00 (guided tour reservation required); public may observe court sessions on hearing days; admission: Free. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.