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March Break fun in Ottawa

With sweet sugar shacks, fascinating museums and the great outdoors around every corner, Ottawa is the perfect family-friendly March Break destination!

March Break events

Plan your March Break in Ottawa

2025 March Break activities in Ottawa
Plan an amazing March Break full of sweet sugar shacks, fascinating museums and the great outdoors in Canada’s capital, the perfect family destination!
Maple syrup fun at Ottawa's sugar shacks
Experience maple magic from late winter into spring! Visit local sugar bushes, see how syrup is produced, eat sweet treats and enjoy the atmosphere!
The best winter activities in Ottawa for families
Some cities freeze over in Winter. Ottawa comes alive as the perfect place for families to play, explore and create lasting memories together. Let the frosty fun begin!
Special exhibits
Special exhibits are always plentiful at Ottawa-area museums.
10 of the best toboggan hills in Ottawa
With 75 approved toboggan hills, Ottawa has some of the best tobogganing in Canada. Here are 10 of the best hills to sled on in the region. Have fun!
Explore Ottawa’s museums with the Ottawa Museums Pass
Choose between a one-day or three-day pass that gives you discounted entry into all of Capital region’s national museums and more.
Free or nearly free winter activities in Ottawa
Free or nearly free winter activities in the Ottawa area.
Downhill skiing and snowboarding in the Ottawa area
Find out where to go downhill skiing and snowboarding, no matter your skill level.
Family-friendly restaurants and places to eat in Ottawa
Discover Ottawa restaurants, diners, pubs and self-serve options the whole family will love.
Best pizza places in Ottawa
Where to find the best pizza places in Ottawa.
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.
Ottawa’s sweets and treats
Ottawa is a very sweet city. Don’t believe us? Try these decadent desserts that Canada’s Capital City has to offer and see for yourself.
Don’t miss these unique museum-like experiences in Ottawa
It’s no secret: Ottawa is home to some of the best museums in the world. But what other museum-like experiences exist in Canada’s capital? And what wonders do they hold?

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