Discover contemporary and historical artworks - including paintings, sculptures, photographs and multimedia installations - in this landmark site located near the vibrant ByWard Market area.
Follow Tay’s adventure with her customized Ottawa itinerary! A quick train ride and a weekend of fun await you in Canada’s capital. Discover the spots Access by Tay visited in Ottawa, from culinary delights to the city’s biggest summer music festival.
Taylor Lindsay-Noel (@accessbytay) is a Toronto-based digital creator and entrepreneur who reviews restaurants and travel experiences through the lens of accessibility as a quadriplegic. Every location she visited in Ottawa met accessibility standards, ensuring a smooth experience for wheelchair users.
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Things to do
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Ottawa Art Gallery
Located in Ottawa's downtown core, the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) is situated on traditional Anishinābe Aki and is Ottawa’s municipal art gallery and cultural hub. Admission is always free! -
ByWard Market neighbourhood and Rideau Street
The ByWard Market neighbourhood boasts many boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops and bars making it a must-visit destination. -
Ottawa Bluesfest
Summer 2026, dates to be announcedEvery summer, some 300,000 music fans gather to see more than 200 acts on multiple stages. No wonder Billboard Magazine has ranked this event among… -
Canadian Museum of Nature
Explore the fascinating science related to fossils, mammals, minerals, birds, plate tectonics, Arctic discovery and more in a historic building minutes from Parliament Hill.
Restaurants
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Jackson CaféEnjoy coffee, pastries, and now dinner at Jackson Café—small plates, cocktails, and local drinks in a vibrant, art-filled space with a sunny patio.
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Flora Hall BrewingFlora Hall Brewing is a neighbourhood gathering place designed from the ground up to welcome and delight our customers with delicious, award-winning beer, food cooked from scratch and warm service, all in a cozy heritage setting.
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Tavern on the FallsPicturesque outdoor dining experience next to the Rideau Falls serving gourmet snacks and refreshments in a family-friendly setting.
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AianaTaste the flavours of Canada at this fine-dining restaurant in downtown Ottawa that highlights local and Canadian-grown ingredients on their menus.
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BeaverTailsA uniquely Canadian tradition, hand-made Beavertail pastries are served up with a variety of toppings at special events throughout the year and at the permanent kiosk in the ByWard Market.
