John's Guidebook
Food Scene
Great by day and night, any visit to Ottawa isn't complete without a visit to the ByWard Market.
585 locals recommend
ByWard Market
Great by day and night, any visit to Ottawa isn't complete without a visit to the ByWard Market.
Nature
Located just a couple blocks away from my place, there are kilometers trails to get out alone or with your four-legged companionm
39 locals recommend
Mer Bleue Bog Trail
Ridge RoadLocated just a couple blocks away from my place, there are kilometers trails to get out alone or with your four-legged companionm
A short drive away is the beauty and serenity of the Mer Bleue Bog Trail. This curated trail has guide signage about the Bog and local area. It's a very easy "hike" good for any age in any season (including the snow).
39 locals recommend
Mer Bleue Bog Trail
Ridge RoadA short drive away is the beauty and serenity of the Mer Bleue Bog Trail. This curated trail has guide signage about the Bog and local area. It's a very easy "hike" good for any age in any season (including the snow).
Sightseeing
The centre of Canadian Government you'll want to check our Parliament Hill. There are some great views of the River from here.
891 locals recommend
Parliament Hill
Wellington StreetThe centre of Canadian Government you'll want to check our Parliament Hill. There are some great views of the River from here.
Look no further, you've found the residence of the Queen of Canada. Oh, you didn'trealize that Canada shares the monarch with the UK, now you do. Though the Queen herself is rarely in residence you'll find the Governor General here who is her representative in Canada.
96 locals recommend
Rideau Hall
1 Sussex DrLook no further, you've found the residence of the Queen of Canada. Oh, you didn'trealize that Canada shares the monarch with the UK, now you do. Though the Queen herself is rarely in residence you'll find the Governor General here who is her representative in Canada.
24 Sussex Dr
24 Sussex DriveOfficial Residence of the Prime Minister of Canada. Knock and see if their home..
A small urban oasis next to the Prime Minister's home. Great River and Parliament Hill views.
28 locals recommend
Rockcliffe Park
A small urban oasis next to the Prime Minister's home. Great River and Parliament Hill views.
Museum
A national treasure. Spend some time in the A/C in the summer or heat in the winter getting lost in this great museum. Tickets can be pre-booked.
468 locals recommend
Canadian Museum of Nature
240 McLeod StA national treasure. Spend some time in the A/C in the summer or heat in the winter getting lost in this great museum. Tickets can be pre-booked.
Did you know Canada operates a state-of-the-art mint? Find out all about it here and grab a gold bar or two while you're at it.
70 locals recommend
Royal Canadian Mint
320 Sussex DrDid you know Canada operates a state-of-the-art mint? Find out all about it here and grab a gold bar or two while you're at it.
Shopping
Looking for Upscale Shopping adjacent to Parliament Hill? Look no further than Rideau Centre.
589 locals recommend
Rideau Centre
Looking for Upscale Shopping adjacent to Parliament Hill? Look no further than Rideau Centre.
Just in case your four legged, furry or otherwise travel companion needs to do some shopping.
PetSmart
1750 Innes RdJust in case your four legged, furry or otherwise travel companion needs to do some shopping.
Travel
Ottawa International Airport
1000 Airport Parkway PrivateThe Airport YOW
Emergency
Montfort Hospital
The local Hospital, hopefully you won't need this
Ottawa Police East Division Station
3343 St Joseph BlvdHopefully you don't need this- local police station.