Canadian Museum of History

Off-site venues for meetings and conventions

As Canada’s capital, Ottawa boasts many unique off-site venues where meeting planners can host galas, receptions and events. Treat your delegates to an unforgettable experience at one of the many historic, modern, chic or rustic locations across the city.

Museum venues

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!
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National Gallery of Canada
Discover contemporary and historical artworks - including paintings, sculptures, photographs and multimedia installations - in this landmark site located near the vibrant ByWard Market area.
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Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Take your sense of adventure to new heights at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum.
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Canadian War Museum
Discover Canada’s rich military history at Ottawa’s Canadian War Museum through artifacts, personal stories, artwork, photos and interactive presentations.
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Vanier Museopark
Visit Ottawa’s only French-language museum to discover and learn about the habits and customs of the local francophonie.
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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.
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Canada Science and Technology Museum
Get ready for hands-on fun and discovery at the Canada Science and Technology Museum.
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Canadian Museum of History
Discover the events, people and objects that have shaped Canada at the Canadian Museum of History, across the Ottawa River from Parliament Hill.
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Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
The Canada Agriculture and Food Museum offers a fun-filled adventure on a working farm!
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Restaurant venues

Tulip Restaurant and Bar
Tulip Restaurant & Bar, featuring the creations of Executive Chef David Vinoya, combines flair and creativity with knowledge, curiosity and a genuine devotion to locally-sourced, ethically grown food.
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Double 7
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Gitanes
Gitanes
Elgin Street fine dining destination featuring French cuisine and wines with a romantic ambience perfect for a special night out.
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Unique venues

Escape Manor
Choose a themed escape room to get locked into with friends and try to puzzle your way out of it—before the clock runs out.
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Lofts du Village
Lofts du Village - The Refuge Room
Uniquely designed lofts in Old Chelsea offering high-quality ambiance and amenities with easy access to Gatineau Park and nearby attractions.
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City At Night
Underground electronic music venue programmed and hosted by the capital's most prominent DJs and promoters.
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SFR Distillery
In a tasting room in Kanata, a west-end Ottawa suburb, raise a glass of gin, poitín or other spirits made from Ottawa Valley grain.
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National Arts Centre
Catch a show at the National Arts Centre, the only bilingual, multidisciplinary performing arts centre in Canada, and one of the largest such centres in the world.
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Marshes Golf Club
The Marshes Golf Course, Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s last design (and a collaboration by father and son), is one of the nation's finest golf destinations.
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Casino Lac-Leamy
Enjoy gaming, live entertainment, great food and much more fun at the Loto-Québec entertainment resort located just minutes from downtown Ottawa in Gatineau, Québec.
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TD Place
Catch exciting sports and special events at Ottawa's urban entertainment destination located in the vibrant Glebe neighbourhood.
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Canadian Tire Centre
Catch professional sports, big name performers, family programming and prestigious events at the Ottawa region’s premier sports and entertainment facility.
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Camp Fortune
The entire family can enjoy outdoor activities at this year-round recreational resort just fifteen minutes north of downtown Ottawa in Gatineau Park.
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Uppliva Nordic Spa
Enhance your wellness routine with an authentic sauna and steam circuit experience inspired by the simple, natural and mindful Nordic way of life.
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University of Ottawa: Residences / Conventions and Reservations
University of Ottawa Conventions and Reservations
From classrooms and auditoriums to exhibition halls and outdoor spaces, this downtown university campus has the ideal space for many types of events.
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Wilderness Tours
Wilderness Tours has been Canada's leader in whitewater rafting and kayaking since 1975.
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Beyond the Pale Brewing Company
Brewing beers for locals in the heart of Ottawa since 2012. This is a taproom and patio serving craft beer, wine, cider and BBQ.
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allsaints event space
Allsaints Event Space
Host an unforgettable event in one of two unique and impressive rooms inside a repurposed heritage church just east of downtown Ottawa.
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Sky Lounge Ottawa
Night club boasting a rooftop patio with sliding windows overlooking York Street in the ByWard Market.
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Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory
Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory
Escape to an all-season tropical oasis, offering eco-friendly event experiences and expert water garden designs.
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Afterlight
Speakeasy lounge and listening bar with music curated by some of the capital's most prominent music selectors.
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56 ByWard
Three unique lounge and nightclub venues housed in one building in the heart of the ByWard Market.
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OWL Rafting
Paddle through crashing waves and foaming rapids in a rubber raft on the Ottawa River, 90 minutes northwest of Ottawa, then relax at a riverfront resort.
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Bicycle Craft Brewery
Local brewery and tap room producing a range of beer styles including a wide selection of IPAs.
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Hard Rock Casino
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with incredible casino gaming, dining, harness horse racing, and live entertainment—all at Ottawa’s one and only casino.
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Club de golf Le Sorcier
Escape to the country at this 18-hole golf course in a maple grove on the edge of Gatineau, Québec, just 25 kilometres northeast of downtown Ottawa.
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Strathmere
Strathmere
Strathmere invites you to visit our 6000 sq ft Retreat & Spa featuring esthetics, massage, day and overnight packages, daily yoga, wellness retreats, outdoor hot tubs, nature/ski/snowshoe trails and firepit.
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Saunders Farm
With 100 acres of farm-fresh fun, Saunders Farm offers something special in every season.
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Distillerie du Square
Destination for spirits enthusiasts to discover unique local and nature-inspired spirits in the charming village of Chelsea.
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Royal Canadian Geographical Society
Royal Canadian Geographical Society
With its sweeping views of the Ottawa River, the Gatineau Hills and Rideau Falls, this unique indoor and outdoor event venue offers beautiful surroundings in a historically significant location.
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Ottawa Palapa Tours
Looking for a tropical way to experience the Ottawa River? Float on a Hawaiian-style hut while enjoying great scenery and drinks with friends.
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Ottawa Boat Cruise – Rideau Canal Cruise
Enjoy a cruise through Ottawa on the Rideau Canal and learn about the waterway’s unique history and heritage while aboard a fully electric vessel.
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Brockville Railway Tunnel
Explore Canada's first railway tunnel, complete with a dynamic light show and informative panels for an immersive historical experience.
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Stray Dog Brewing Company
The Stray Dog Brewing Company is more than just craft beer; it represents the spirit of adventure and the courage to pursue the passions that enrich our lives.
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Calabogie Peaks Resort
Four-season leisure destination in the Ottawa Valley offering hiking, skiing, golf, event venues, boutique hotel accommodations and more.
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Spark Beer
Brewery and pizzeria located in Ottawa's beautiful Chinatown featuring hoppy, sour and all-around fun beers brewed on site.
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Nordik Spa Village Chelsea
Indulge in the ultimate indoor-outdoor relaxation experience at North America's largest spa, located just 10-minutes north of downtown Ottawa in Chelsea, Quebec, near Gatineau Park.
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Carleton University Conference Services
Carleton University Conference Services
Need an indoor or outdoor venue for your event? Check out the many spaces available on this university campus just outside Ottawa’s downtown core.
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MARKED: Ultimate Ottawa Adventure Park
Just west of Ottawa near the town of Carleton Place, you can test your skills at everything from paintball and axe throwing to laser tag.
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Ottawa Yacht Tours
Escape the crowds and see Ottawa's sights from a new perspective on a leisurely yacht tour on the Ottawa River. Each boat fits up to a dozen passengers!
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