Tours and events

Students listen to a Waterloo student ambassador during a campus tour

Visiting Waterloo is one of the best ways to discover our campus and experience life as a Warrior. Join us on Saturday, November 9 for Fall Open House or attend one of other events to learn about our Warrior community.

Campus tours

In-person tours

Take a student-led walking tour to experience what it’s like to be a Waterloo student. Have more time? Add tours that focus on residence, a specific faculty, or our University Colleges. 

Book a campus tour →

Live virtual campus tours

Join a student ambassador online to see indoor and outdoor spaces across campus. Ask questions using the live chat.

Book a live virtual tour →

Events

Fall Open House

Join us on Saturday, November 9 to meet professors and students, take tours, and learn about programs.

Fall Open House →

Webinars

Learn about programs and admissions.

Shadow Days

Join a student in your faculty of interest for a day!

Faculty of Engineering (includes Architecture)

Faculty of Science

Other tours

Video campus tour

Take to the sky by drone and journey through Waterloo like it’s never been seen before.

Video campus tour →

Virtual faculty tours

Watch tours for Engineering, Environment, Health, Mathematics, and Science.

View tours on YouTube →

Self-guided campus tours

Want to explore campus after hours or at your own pace?


Download a self-guided tour →

Connect with Waterloo students

Ask a Warrior

Get to know Waterloo from those who know it best: current students!

Email or chat with a student to get an inside perspective on life at Waterloo.

Enrichment opportunities

Explore topics of interest through enrichment activities that range from a couple of hours to four weeks!

Podcast

Be sure to check out Hello Warrior, a podcast full of information to help with your journey to university.

From the Missing Manual

Visit our Missing Manual website for tips and advice from Waterloo students and staff. Topics include

Waterloo staff in colourful shirts look toward the camera

Questions to ask at your next university fair

Whether you’re in grade 12, or just starting high school, it’s never too early to start exploring your options when it comes to university.

Questions to ask at your next campus tour

University visits can be one of the best parts of deciding where you want to study. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your campus tour.