Guidebook for Ottawa
Sightseeing
The Gothic-style Parliament buildings have beautiful grounds, sound and light displays, and free concerts. Don't miss the view from behind Parliament or the free tour inside.
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Cerro del Parlamento
Wellington StreetThe Gothic-style Parliament buildings have beautiful grounds, sound and light displays, and free concerts. Don't miss the view from behind Parliament or the free tour inside.
You don't need to stay at the Chateau to see the Chateau. Be sure to take a tour inside of this famous hotel.
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Fairmont Château Laurier
1 Rideau StYou don't need to stay at the Chateau to see the Chateau. Be sure to take a tour inside of this famous hotel.
Take the pedestrian bridge for a pretty walk over the canal to the University.
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University Of Ottawa
75 Laurier Ave. ETake the pedestrian bridge for a pretty walk over the canal to the University.
Such a pretty walk from either side of the canal. This is where lovers put padlocks on the bridge. Count the hundreds.
Corktown Footbridge
Corktown FootbridgeSuch a pretty walk from either side of the canal. This is where lovers put padlocks on the bridge. Count the hundreds.
Take the little water ferry from Ontario to Quebec and jump off at this wonderful museum or take in one of its Imax presentations.
545 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Museo Canadiense de Historia
100 Rue LaurierTake the little water ferry from Ontario to Quebec and jump off at this wonderful museum or take in one of its Imax presentations.
This giant fortress once housed parliament and is now a giant museum with glass front. Gorgeous!
468 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Museo Canadiense de la Naturaleza
240 McLeod StThis giant fortress once housed parliament and is now a giant museum with glass front. Gorgeous!
See priceless works of art by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Picasso, Klimt, and so many more in Canada's national collection.
552 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
National Gallery of Canada
380 Sussex DrSee priceless works of art by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Picasso, Klimt, and so many more in Canada's national collection.
Ottawa's best view of the Ottawa river, Parliament, the museum of civilization, and Quebec.
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Parque Major's Hill
Mackenzie AvenueOttawa's best view of the Ottawa river, Parliament, the museum of civilization, and Quebec.
Come to skate on Ottawa's rink of dreams, visit the free art galleries, or enjoy the lovely light displays, or tour city hall.
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Ottawa City hall
110 Laurier Ave WCome to skate on Ottawa's rink of dreams, visit the free art galleries, or enjoy the lovely light displays, or tour city hall.
The fantastic view of two provinces that no one seems to know about. Come experience it for yourself.
35 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Nepean Point
The fantastic view of two provinces that no one seems to know about. Come experience it for yourself.
Bank of Nova Scotia
They don't make banks like this anymore.
Lovely architecture, grounds, and river walk behind the university.
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Saint Paul University
223 Main StLovely architecture, grounds, and river walk behind the university.
This is the park to visit for all of the festivals, including Winterlude and the Tulip Festival, and for a lovely place to walk, throw a coin in the fountain, and enjoy the pretty surroundings.
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Parque de la Confederación
Elgin StreetThis is the park to visit for all of the festivals, including Winterlude and the Tulip Festival, and for a lovely place to walk, throw a coin in the fountain, and enjoy the pretty surroundings.
Cool yourself down by putting your feet into the cooling pool at St. Luke's park or watch others heat it up with outdoor tennis and basketball.
St. Luke’s Park
166 Frank StCool yourself down by putting your feet into the cooling pool at St. Luke's park or watch others heat it up with outdoor tennis and basketball.
Museo de la Guerra de Canadá
1 Vimy PlVisit the war museum
Casa de la Moneda Real de Canadá
320 Sussex DrLearn about Canadian money.
Canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, restaurants on the lake, the Arboretum, and lots of flowers
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Dows Lake
1001 Queen Elizabeth DrivewayCanoes, kayaks, paddle boats, restaurants on the lake, the Arboretum, and lots of flowers
Shopping
All the best shopping Ottawa has to offer is at Rideau Centre, just a 20 minute walk or $10 taxi away.
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Rideau Centre
All the best shopping Ottawa has to offer is at Rideau Centre, just a 20 minute walk or $10 taxi away.
Cute little independent shops are placed along these 10 blocks of Bank street in the Glebe.
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The Glebe
Cute little independent shops are placed along these 10 blocks of Bank street in the Glebe.
Shops, restaurants, and sightseeing, all in the Byward market.
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Byward Market Square
Byward Market SquareShops, restaurants, and sightseeing, all in the Byward market.
Ottawa's best magazine and cigarette collection. You will find what you're looking for here.
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The Gifted Type
253 Elgin StOttawa's best magazine and cigarette collection. You will find what you're looking for here.
Food Scene
Bridgehead
131 Beechwood Ave.Ottawa's best local coffee house
Ottawa's loveliest canal view restaurant for a quiet glass of wine.
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Canal Ritz
375 Queen Elizabeth DrivewayOttawa's loveliest canal view restaurant for a quiet glass of wine.
Have a beer and some tasty eats beside the Rideau canal and watch the boats go by.
8 Locks' Flat Canal Bistro
Have a beer and some tasty eats beside the Rideau canal and watch the boats go by.
Pure Gelato
350 Elgin StGelato, crepes, and desserts....
El Camino
380 Elgin StI dare you to tell me you have ever had better tacos.
Town
296 Elgin StGREAT RESTAURANT!
Fresh warm croissants every morning, and the funniest collection of cookies.
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Boko Bakery
280 Elgin StFresh warm croissants every morning, and the funniest collection of cookies.
St. Louis Bar & Grill
399 Elgin StThe place to cheer your favourite team.
Second Cup
399 Elgin StreetCoffee and Tea
The Green Door Restaurant
198 Main StGreat vegetarian!
This classic diner is open 24 hours a day, and every day of the year.
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Elgin Street Diner
374 Elgin StThis classic diner is open 24 hours a day, and every day of the year.
The Ministry of Coffee
274 Elgin StFresh local coffee and fresh made eats.
Is it a coffee shop or a photography studio? Come in to see photos of all the world leaders in candid moments they spent in Ottawa.
Carisse Studio Café & Photography Gallery
274 Elgin StIs it a coffee shop or a photography studio? Come in to see photos of all the world leaders in candid moments they spent in Ottawa.
Prinzo Café Pâtisserie
326 Bank StCoffee and chef-made food.
Lemongrass Thai Cuisine
331 Elgin StThai close by.
Starbucks
100 Elgin StFrappuchinos.
Great bakery and vegetarian small meals.
40 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Wild Oat Bakery, Cafe & Farm
819 Bank StGreat bakery and vegetarian small meals.
Essentials
Fabulous new grocery store, built in December 2013 is 3 blocks from home.
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Loblaws
64 Isabella StFabulous new grocery store, built in December 2013 is 3 blocks from home.
Arts & Culture
Canada's National Arts Centre is the home of theatre, live music, and formal dining.
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National Arts Centre
1 Elgin StCanada's National Arts Centre is the home of theatre, live music, and formal dining.
Stop in to warm up by the fire or have a delicious meal at Ottawa's historic and beautiful Lord Elgin Hotel.
Lord Elgin Hotel
100 Elgin StStop in to warm up by the fire or have a delicious meal at Ottawa's historic and beautiful Lord Elgin Hotel.
Yuk Yuk's
1394 Richmond RoadComedy club.
Movie theatres, professional football stadium, farmers' market and outdoor adventure stores.
196 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Lansdowne Park
Marché WayMovie theatres, professional football stadium, farmers' market and outdoor adventure stores.
Everything Else
LCBO
160 Elgin StWine, beer and spirits
Ottawa Police Services
474 Elgin StOttawa Police Station
Byblos Hair Salon
Great hair.
World Heritage Site stretches from Ottawa to Kingston
259 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Rideau Canal National Historic Site
1 Second AvenueWorld Heritage Site stretches from Ottawa to Kingston
Elgin Street is a favourite neighbourhood in Ottawa because it has a huge selection of delis, bakeries, coffee shops, grocery stores, restaurants, clubs and pubs. There is a lot going on here.
64 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Elgin Street
Elgin StreetElgin Street is a favourite neighbourhood in Ottawa because it has a huge selection of delis, bakeries, coffee shops, grocery stores, restaurants, clubs and pubs. There is a lot going on here.
Everything you will need in a hurry can be found at this corner store.
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Circle K
1023 Wellington St. WEverything you will need in a hurry can be found at this corner store.
Bicycle rentals! Great price, super close location. Rent by the day or get a super great price for the week.
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Cyco's
25 Hawthorne AveBicycle rentals! Great price, super close location. Rent by the day or get a super great price for the week.
TD Canada Trust Branch and ATM
5 Pretoria AveFor all of your banking needs.
Ottawa station
200 Tremblay RdTrains to Montreal, Kingston and Toronto
Busses to Montreal, Kingston and Toronto.
21 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Ottawa Central Station - Greyhound Bus Terminal
265 Catherine StreetBusses to Montreal, Kingston and Toronto.
Royal Bank - Elgin & Lisgar
200 Elgin StCanadian bank for currency exchange.
Ottawa Boat Cruises
1 Rideau StRideau Canal boat rides.
Lansdowne Park
Marché WaySports stadium
Drinks & Nightlife
Located in the basement of an older apartment building, the Manx is a tiny British-style pub, with local artwork on the walls, shelves stocked with books, manuscripts, and board games, and great food.
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The Manx Pub
370 Elgin StLocated in the basement of an older apartment building, the Manx is a tiny British-style pub, with local artwork on the walls, shelves stocked with books, manuscripts, and board games, and great food.
Hooley's Pub
292 Elgin StDJ and live music, dancing, and great sangria.
Is the Standard a pub or restaurant? It can long be debated.
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The Standard
360 Elgin StIs the Standard a pub or restaurant? It can long be debated.
Great 2nd floor balcony and patio for beer, appetizers, and conversation.
7 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Fox & Feather Pub and Grill
283 Elgin StGreat 2nd floor balcony and patio for beer, appetizers, and conversation.