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The world’s largest tulip festival

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The city of museums

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Cycle through the city

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Tulips at Major's Hill Park Tulips, Parliament building in the background
Fun family-friendly activities this spring in Ottawa
Spring in Ottawa means warmer weather, longer days and tons of family activities. There are endless ways to awaken your senses, including tasting…
Canada cookie, Parliament, Ottawa River in the background
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…
Majors Hill Park Fun
Picnicking in the Ottawa area
Picnics are a fun and easy way to enjoy the beautiful summer weather, and there are new options to try in the Ottawa area! From nibbling on a pre-made…
Zak's Diner
Family-friendly restaurants and places to eat in Ottawa
Looking for a kid-friendly place to eat in Ottawa? See some of the restaurants, diners, pubs and self-serve options the whole family will love.
Cycling pathways Ottawa
Free or nearly free activities in spring, summer and fall in Ottawa
Free or almost free things to do in Ottawa in the spring, summer and fall seasons.
Bug Adventure
Special exhibits
Special exhibits are always plentiful at Ottawa-area museums.
Parliament
Parliament Hill free tours and programming
Parliament Hill is one of Canada’s most iconic sites and a must-see when visiting Canada’s capital. The historic, neo-Gothic Parliament Buildings…
Rideau Canal
A brief history of the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
If you’re coming to Ottawa, a visit to the historic Rideau Canal is a must! Snaking and making its way gracefully through Ottawa’s charming downtown…
Rideau Canal
Ottawa’s top natural wonders
Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, is an urban and vibrant destination where you’ll find many cultural attractions, delectable restaurants and lots of…
Rideau Canal - cycling
Best walking and cycling tours in Ottawa
Did you know that you can easily walk or bike between world-class attractions, culinary hotspots and green outdoor spaces in Canada’s capital? And…
Interzip Rogers
Water, Earth, Air: Incredible outdoor summer activities in Ottawa
Summer is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy all the beauty the Ottawa region has to offer.
Pure Kitchen
Delicious vegetarian and vegan food in the Ottawa area
The culinary scene in Canada’s capital is brimming with delicious cuisine, including popular vegetarian and vegan eateries. From healthy and raw, to…
Riviera Ottawa
8 Ottawa Restaurants make the list of Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants
Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants of 2023 have just been announced and eight spectacular Ottawa restaurants have made the coveted list.
breakfast, brunch
Hot brunch spots in Canada’s capital
Browse a few of the tastiest brunch places in the Ottawa area that serve classic egg breakfasts, inventive dishes, mimosas, Caesars and much more.

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