Ottawa

Travel Guides

Listings to get the most out of the city: where to dine, what to see, where to shop, and more.

Attractions
Excursions and cultural adventures, tours, historic sites & points of…

Restaurants
Restaurants, cafés, bistros, and trattorias—where to dine in and…

Entertainment
Music, theatre, dance, special events, sporting events, and variety

At the Galleries
On view around town this month

Shops & Services
Boutiques, department stores, specialty shops, and services

Ottawa Hotels
Browse our hotel listings, then book your stay on-line.

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WHERE Features

Awesome Autumn Outings
WHERE offers up three excursions you have to try for the ultimate fall experience

Nightlife!
When the sun goes down the city comes alive. Here are WHERE’s top picks for the evening hours

17 Things We Love About Ottawa
A compendium of some of the National Capital's most memorable attractions.

Testimonials
Thoughts on Ottawa, straight from travellers

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Editors' Picks

WHERE editors' picks for the hottest shopping, dining, arts and entertainment in the city this month.

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