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1. Rideau Canal

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4.5/5

104 reviews

based on 5,336 reviews

No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

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胡di 卖火柴的老男孩The canal is a landmark of Ottawa. When you come to Ottawa, you must check in here. The surrounding buildings are beautiful and record the history of Canada. The canal is a landmark of Ottawa. When you come to Ottawa, you must check in here. The surrounding buildings are beautiful and record the history of Canada. The canal is a landmark of Ottawa. When you come to Ottawa, you must check in here. The surrounding buildings are beautiful and record the history of Canada.

2. Parliament Hill

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4.5/5

253 reviews

No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

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圣热尔韦昂瓦列尔周勃Parliament Hill is the office of the Canadian government and is usually closed to the public. Now there is a light show every night at 5:30, which projects pictures with constantly changing colors and music. The whole show is about 10 minutes long and is played in a loop all night.

3. National Gallery of Canada

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4.3/5

119 reviews

based on 3,147 reviews

No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

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黛米有米When visiting Ottawa, the capital of Canada, the National Gallery is a must-visit, a feast of art. The European Pavilion is the most worth staying in, with masterpieces by Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh and other famous artists on display in the museum. [Value for money]

Ottawa

5.2km from Gatineau

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4. ByWard Market

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4.7/5

33 reviews

based on 5,057 reviews

No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

圣热尔韦昂瓦列尔周勃The Byward neighborhood is centered around the Byward Market, which is surrounded by restaurants, cafes, shopping malls, and a Quanjude store. The stalls in the Byward Market are small, and they sell food, clothing, handicrafts, and tourist souvenirs. On one side of the market is Obama's Internet celebrity bakery, and on the other side is a cafe and chocolate chain Rocky Mountain.

5. Rideau Hall

No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

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圣热尔韦昂瓦列尔周勃The Governor General of Canada is the highest leader of the country and the representative of the British monarch in Canada. The Governor General's Palace is free to visit, but reservations are required in advance. There are staff to guide you through the tour and give explanations, which takes about an hour. There is a bronze statue of Queen Elizabeth II riding a horse on the roundabout outside the gate.

Ottawa

3.8km from Gatineau

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6. Maple Leaf Viewing in Ottawa

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The beauty of Ottawa's maple leaves is a precious gift bestowed on the city in autumn. Walking through the streets and alleys of Ottawa, you will find that both the banks of the ancient canal and the quiet park paths are covered with layers of colorful maple leaves. These maple leaves gradually transition from emerald green to golden yellow, orange-red, and finally turn into deep purple-red, just like the paint on the palette. Here, tourists can take a cruise ship to travel on the Rideau Canal. The maple leaves on both sides are as hot as flames, reflected on the sparkling water, and set off the ancient bridges and buildings; or you can choose to hike through the greenway, enjoy the various forms of maple leaves along the way, and feel the wonders of nature.

Canada · Ottawa

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7. Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica

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4.0/5

12 reviews

based on 1,384 reviews

No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

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M25***40The building is ancient and magnificent, and it was awe inspiring. We were lucky that the Basilica was hosting a female choir, so we had the opportunity to listen to their joyful singing while exploring the amazing stained glass windows and ornate columns. Although there was a long queue to enter, we waited for 20 minutes, but it was worth it.

8. The National War Memorial

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4.6/5

29 reviews

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No. 8 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

M25***40The National War Memorial is a must-see when visiting downtown Ottawa. It only takes a few minutes, but this great memorial to those who have died in Canada's wars is worth a visit to express our gratitude.

9. Canadian Museum of Nature

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4.8/5

37 reviews

based on 2,220 reviews

No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Ottawa

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M25***40After visiting the War Museum, it is natural to visit the Natural History Museum. For children, this is really a good place to understand and get close to nature. Many things in books appear in reality, and there are intuitive and scientific explanations.

Ottawa

7.2km from Gatineau

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10. Royal Canadian Mint

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4.6/5

52 reviews

based on 1,205 reviews

No. 10 of Best Things to Do in Ottawa

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小思文The Royal Mint is also a place you can visit. It is an important coinage place in Canada. It cannot be visited here. The external buildings are quite old. Currently, paper money is the main currency. The previous metal currency is becoming less and less common inside this foundry.

Ottawa

5km from Gatineau

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Popular Attractions in Gatineau (2025)

1. Rideau Canal

2. Parliament Hill

3. National Gallery of Canada

4. ByWard Market

5. Rideau Hall

6. Maple Leaf Viewing in Ottawa

7. Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica

8. The National War Memorial

9. Canadian Museum of Nature

10. Royal Canadian Mint

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