Awesome Ottawa Tours

06/01/2026

🌈 June is Pride Month — a time to celebrate courage, resilience, and the power of community. As we share Ottawa’s Underground Railroad stories, we’re reminded that the fight for freedom has always depended on people creating safe places, standing up for others, and refusing to stay silent. ✊🏽

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🕊️This month, honor the past by exploring the hidden history right here in Ottawa — where bravery, hope, and human dignity were never just ideas, but actions. 🏛️

05/31/2026

Behind these walls, defiance lived quietly-and history was forever changed. Tours offered daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. Schedule online.

05/30/2026

Behind these walls, defiance lived quietly—and history was forever changed. This Ottawa home was once a sanctuary on the Underground Railroad, where brave abolitionists risked everything to guide freedom seekers north.

Tomorrow, step into their story. Join Ottawa’s Underground Railroad driving tour on Sunday, May 31 at 10 AM.

With stunning weather ahead, there’s no better time to experience the hidden past beneath our feet.

Seats are limited—secure yours now: www.awesomeottawatours.com

05/30/2026

Then and now—Ottawa’s story is still being written.

This vintage postcard shows downtown Ottawa from above decades ago… and right next to it is the same view I captured just yesterday. Different time, same spirit.

So much has changed—but the rivers still meet here, the history still runs deep, and the stories are everywhere if you know where to look.

That’s what we do at Awesome Ottawa Tours. We don’t just show you around—we bring Ottawa’s past and present to life right in front of you.
Come see it for yourself. Click our link in the messages below.

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

This is how it starts in beautiful, historic Ottawa, Illinois!

Join us here for a beautiful adventure. Check out all of our tours online. Link in the comments.

05/27/2026

Enjoy your summer break Lincoln 3rd Grades!

It was wonderful getting to share some awesome Ottawa history with you. You now know more about your home town than your parents do! 😂

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05/26/2026

Come on a safari through beautiful Starved Rock Country!

Now is the perfect time to experience our Starved Rock Safari: Bison, Birds & Historic Waterways tour.

The eaglets have hatched, and we know exactly where to find the best views. Watch these incredible birds up close, then come face-to-face with North American bison—once the true giants of Illinois.

Along the way, uncover the story behind Ottawa’s beginnings—shaped by the very waterways that built this region.

This guided driving tour is perfect for families, nature lovers, and anyone who wants an unforgettable experience without the hiking. Kids 8 and under ride free with a paid adult.

Do not miss out—adventure is waiting.
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05/26/2026

Avoid the stress this summer—your vacation should start the moment you leave home.

With Awesome Ottawa Shuttle, we take you straight from your doorstep to O’Hare, Midway, and beyond—no parking, no traffic worries, no rushing. Sit back, relax, read, or even catch some sleep while we handle the drive.

Locally owned and operated
24/7 dependable service
Comfortable, safe, and reliable rides
Perfect for families and groups—travel together and save $$$

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05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day!

We have some openings for The Radium Girls of Ottawa, Illinois tour today at 4 PM. You can schedule online: https://awesomeottawa.as.me/schedule/9e93eac1 until 3 PM today.