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.
891 residents recomanen
Colina del Parlament
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.
89 residents recomanen
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.
111 residents recomanen
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 residents recomanen
Museu Canadenc d'Història
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 residents recomanen
Museu Canadenc de la Natura
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 residents recomanen
Galeria Nacional del Canadà
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.
90 residents recomanen
Major's Hill Park
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.
25 residents recomanen
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 residents recomanen
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.
6 residents recomanen
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.
33 residents recomanen
Parc de la Confederació
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.
Museu de la Guerra del Canadà
1 Vimy PlVisit the war museum
Casa de la Moneda Reial Canadenca
320 Sussex DrLearn about Canadian money.
Canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, restaurants on the lake, the Arboretum, and lots of flowers
191 residents recomanen
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.
589 residents recomanen
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.
86 residents recomanen
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.
61 residents recomanen
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.
12 residents recomanen
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
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.
8 residents recomanen
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.
56 residents recomanen
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.
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.
264 residents recomanen
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.
346 residents recomanen
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 residents recomanen
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 residents recomanen
Lloc Històric Nacional del Canal Rideau
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 residents recomanen
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.
22 residents recomanen
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.
14 residents recomanen
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 residents recomanen
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.
95 residents recomanen
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.
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 residents recomanen
Fox & Feather Pub and Grill
283 Elgin StGreat 2nd floor balcony and patio for beer, appetizers, and conversation.