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Ottawa
Activities
Activities in Ottawa
ByWard Market
This traditional farmers' market surrounds a two-floor building of boutiques and features some fine restaurants as well as numerous places to grab a snack or a glass of wine or beer.
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National Gallery of Canada
Dating back to 1880, this visual arts museum holds in trust a collection of European and Canadian paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and photos.
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Nepean Point
Lookout offering a beautiful view of the city and a commemorative statue of Canada's founder, Samuel de Champlain.
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Rideau Canal
One of the oldest landmarks in Ottawa, this canal is filled with boats in the summer and becomes the "World's Longest Skating Rink" in the winter.
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Rideau Centre
Shop-until-you-, seven days a week, at Ottawa's premier mall complex that offers more than two hundred shops, restaurants and services.
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Rideau Hall
The home of every Governor General since 1867, this elegant 19th-century mansion is open to the public for tours of the home and surrounding grounds, consisting of manicured gardens and recreational areas.
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Royal Canadian Mint
Producing coins since 1908, this excellent collecting resource features gold, silver and platinum coins commemorating Canada's heritage.
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables
A dramatic sight to behold: watch the Mounties practice for the famous Musical Ride, consisting of 46 officers and 36 horses.
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East Block
Step back into history as you visit what was the nerve center of Canada's government during the country's first hundred years.
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Laurier House
This historic residence served as the Prime Minister's home before 24 Sussex Drive.
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National Museum of Science and Technology
Don't just walk through this museum, but push buttons and pull levers as you experience science and technology first-hand.
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Quintessential Ottawa
Take a custom-made tour of downtown Ottawa to find out more about the city's history, culture and recreational activities.
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride Centre
Meet the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and their steeds up close through a tour of this specialized riding stable.
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Somerset Village
Wander through this collection of early 19th-century buildings with its vibrant mix of retail, service, entertainment and residential.
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Turtle Island Tourism Company
Take a unique cultural tour of authentic Aboriginal experiences that features dancing, music, folklore and story telling arts.
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