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Ottawa Insider Blog

Ottawa Tourism's official blog is the perfect resource to stay updated on what’s new, what’s happening and what’s coming up in Canada’s capital.

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Canadian Museum of History
What’s happening in the Ottawa area
Check out some of the fun events and activities taking place in the Ottawa region this week, including the weekend!
Canada Day
Canada Day long weekend fun in Ottawa
Go beyond Canada Day celebrations in 2024 with a long weekend full of events such as a heritage fair, performances, pro sports and festivals in Ottawa!

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Rideau Canal Cruises
The best ways to experience Ottawa’s waterways in the summer
The best water-based activities in Ottawa. Waterside patios, beaches and whitewater rafting and paddling adventures in Canada’s capital city.
Tavern on the Hill at Major's Hill Park
Top 10 things to do in Ottawa
No matter the season, Canada’s Capital is a treasure trove of impressive sights and stimulating activities. From world-renown historic places to…

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Canadian Museum of Nature
Unique nightlife ideas in Ottawa
Unique nightlife ideas in Ottawa – from museums at night to summertime music festivals and everything in between.
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Ottawa’s favourite sushi places
The must try sushi restaurants in Ottawa.

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BATL Axe Throwing
Axe throwing places in Ottawa
The axe throwing places in Ottawa you need to experience.
Ottawa Museums Pass
Explore Ottawa’s museums with the new Ottawa Museums Pass
The Ottawa Museums Pass gives you discounted entry into the city’s national museums and more.

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Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
Celebrate Indigenous culture in Ottawa
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month this June in Ottawa, Ontario.
Rideau Canal Cruises
Summer chillin’: an Ottawa itinerary
Ottawa’s perfect blend of relaxed urban vibe, vibrant culture and outdoor spaces makes it the ideal weekend getaway destination. Use the itinerary…

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Girls’ getaway in Ottawa: A summer itinerary
Grab your girls for a mini getaway in Canada’s Capital City!
night market
Ottawa night markets to experience this summer
The can’t-miss night markets happening in Ottawa this summer.

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TD Place, Ottawa Redblacks
Guide to 2024 pro sports in Ottawa
Check out the fun professional sporting events you can attend live in Canada’s capital, including hockey, football, soccer, basketball and rugby.
ByWard Market Square
Best places to photograph this summer in Ottawa
Looking to capture amazing photos in Ottawa this summer? Discover top spots including historic sites, architectural gems, natural wonders and more.

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Where to find mocktails and alcohol-free drinks in Ottawa
Where to find the best mocktails in Ottawa.
Arlo Wine & Restaurant
Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants 2024
Six Ottawa restaurants make the list of Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants 2024 list.

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Rideau Canal Ottawa Locks
Best ways to experience the Rideau Canal in Ottawa
Did you know a UNESCO World Heritage Site winds its way through the urban core of Canada’s capital? Find out how you can explore the Rideau Canal!

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