Enjoy dinner at CRAFT Beer Market
Kick off your weekend with dinner at CRAFT Beer Market in Lansdowne Park. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, extensive beer list and menu that accommodates a variety of dietary preferences, it's an ideal place to settle in after arriving in Ottawa. Whether you're sharing appetizers or enjoying a leisurely meal before an event, the friendly service makes for a memorable start to your trip.
Catch a game or live event at TD Place
Just steps from dinner, TD Place hosts professional sports, concerts and major events throughout the year. Accessible seating is available throughout both the stadium and arena, allowing wheelchair users and their companions to enjoy the action comfortably. Check out their schedule for upcoming games and performances.
Wheelchair accessibility
- Accessible seating throughout the stadium and arena
- Seating available for support persons
- Portable chairs available upon request for guests who do not require a wheelchair
- Accessible seating reserved for guests with accessibility needs until 48 hours before events
Start your day with breakfast in the ByWard Market
Many downtown hotels offer accessible dining, making onsite breakfast an easy and delicious way to begin the day. Feast + Revel at Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market is a great option before heading out to explore one of Ottawa's most vibrant neighbourhoods: the ByWard Market.
Explore the ByWard Market
Spend the morning browsing local shops, stopping for coffee or treating yourself to ice cream while exploring one of Canada's oldest public markets. Wide sidewalks and gradual curb cuts make navigating much of the neighbourhood comfortable, while the historic market buildings and lively patios create plenty of reasons to linger.
Wheelchair accessibility
- Gradual curb cuts throughout much of the neighbourhood
- Accessible public washroom at the ByWard Market Heritage Building (open 5 am to midnight)
Cruise the Rideau Canal with EKEAU
See Ottawa from the water aboard EKEAU's 100% electric canal cruise. This relaxing 90-minute narrated tour travels along the UNESCO World Heritage Site Rideau Canal toward Dow's Lake before returning downtown, offering a unique perspective on the city's landmarks.
Wheelchair accessibility
- Boats accommodate non-motorized wheelchairs
Enjoy lunch at Cocotte Bistro
Inspired by classic Parisian bistros, Cocotte Bistro serves French favourites made with seasonal ingredients in an elegant yet relaxed setting. It's an excellent stop for lunch before spending the afternoon at one of Ottawa's national museums.
Discover the Canada Aviation and Space Museum
From historic aircraft to Canada's contributions to space exploration, the Canada Aviation and Space Museum offers fascinating exhibits for visitors of all ages. Home to more than 130 aircraft and spacecraft, it's a must-see for aviation enthusiasts and curious travellers alike.
Wheelchair accessibility
- Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certified
- Accessible washrooms throughout the museum
- Elevator access to every level
- Complimentary admission for one support person
- Manual and power wheelchairs available to borrow free of charge
Savour dinner at Beckta Dining & Wine
End the day with an unforgettable meal at Beckta Dining & Wine. Known for its thoughtful tasting menus, exceptional wine program and refined atmosphere, it's the perfect place to celebrate a day of exploring Ottawa.
Visit the National Gallery of Canada
Home to one of the world's finest collections of Indigenous and Canadian art, the National Gallery of Canada is as impressive architecturally as it is culturally. Wander spacious galleries, discover internationally renowned exhibitions and admire sweeping views of Parliament Hill from the glass-filled Great Hall.
Wheelchair accessibility
- All galleries and public spaces are wheelchair accessible
- Elevators throughout the building
- Wide galleries and pathways
- Complimentary wheelchairs and walkers
- Electric scooters available by reservation
- Accessible underground parking
Lunch at Metropolitain Brasserie
Located across from Parliament Hill, Metropolitain Brasserie offers French-inspired cuisine alongside views of Rideau and Sussex streets. It's an ideal place to recharge before your final Ottawa experience.
Tour Parliament at West Block
Complete your weekend with a guided tour of the House of Commons in West Block. Learn about Canada's parliamentary democracy while exploring one of the country's most significant buildings.
Wheelchair accessibility
- Visitor Welcome Centre and West Block are accessible
- Accessible seating available during tours
- Elevators available throughout the tour upon request
- Accessible transportation to the Visitor Welcome Centre can be arranged in advance
- Accessibility map available online
