L'Ange Gardien

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.