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The top 5 ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day in Ottawa
Learn about the top places in Ottawa to celebrate Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day with your girlfriends.
Winterlude
How to make the most of Winterlude
A world of adventure awaits at Winterlude, Canada’s ultimate winter festival held annually in Ottawa-Gatineau. Here’s how to make the most of it.

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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!
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The Ottawa restaurants making healthy eating exquisite
Whatever your culinary needs, from plant-based to gluten-free, Ottawa’s got options as heavenly as they are healthy. Dig in.

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When the temperature drops, Ottawa’s nightlife heats up
Forget about hibernating. From clubs to pubs to outdoor attractions, here are some of the best ways to experience Ottawa’s nightlife this winter.
BIG BANG Festival
One wonderful day at Winterlude: an itinerary
For three weekends in February, Winterlude brings a world of fun to Canada’s capital region. Here’s a jam-packed, one-day itinerary to help you plan ahead.

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Maple syrup fun in the Ottawa region
Experience maple magic from late winter into spring! Visit local sugar bushes, see how syrup is produced, eat sweet treats and enjoy the atmosphere!
Winterlude
Winterlude Packing Guide
Visiting Canada’s capital during the annual Winterlude festival is like stepping into a winter wonderland!

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Brew Donkey, Dominion City Brewing Co. tour
Ottawa’s hopping craft beer scene
Ottawa is a top destination for craft beer lovers.
National Gallery of Canada
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!

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Best ice cream (and other frozen treats) in Ottawa
Check out some of the best ice cream (and delicious alternatives) that are made with love in Ottawa.
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Ottawa’s vibrant urban arts scene
Around every corner in Canada’s capital, you’ll encounter stunning urban art including murals, sculptures, miniatures and graffiti.

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Camp Fortune Ski, Aerial Park and Ziplines
Downhill skiing and snowboarding in the Ottawa area
Find out where to go downhill skiing and snowboarding, no matter your skill level.
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You have to try these Ottawa taco spots
Check out these 9 taco restaurants in Ottawa.

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Canadian Museum of Nature
Indoor spots to photograph in Ottawa
Looking for impressive indoor places to photograph in Ottawa? See which historic sites and architectural gems have Instagram-worthy interiors year round.
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Top outdoor places to photograph in Ottawa this winter
Discover some of the best places to take outdoor photos this winter season in Ottawa, including snowy scenes and beautiful sights.

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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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