Guidebook for Ottawa
Food Scene
Best coffee shop around. Serving local 'little victories' brand coffee beans. Incredible sandwiches for the lunch.
Morning Owl Coffeehouse Elgin
380 Elgin StBest coffee shop around. Serving local 'little victories' brand coffee beans. Incredible sandwiches for the lunch.
Southern food. AMAZING rotating menu selections, great decor, and even a speakeasy in the basement - check behind the bookshelf!
78 locals recommend
Union Local 613
315 Somerset St WSouthern food. AMAZING rotating menu selections, great decor, and even a speakeasy in the basement - check behind the bookshelf!
El Camino
380 Elgin StTACOS!!!!! The best in Ottawa!
Peak dinner experience in my opinion. Set in an old bank, Riviera has the longest bar in Ottawa with the old teller lights along the way. Incredible menu, incredible cocktails, the best date night in Ottawa.
56 locals recommend
Riviera Ottawa
62 Sparks St.Peak dinner experience in my opinion. Set in an old bank, Riviera has the longest bar in Ottawa with the old teller lights along the way. Incredible menu, incredible cocktails, the best date night in Ottawa.
Sightseeing
The centrepiece of Ottawa’s downtown landscape, Parliament Hill is the political and cultural heart of the city. The Parliament Buildings sit atop the Hill, the gorgeous Gothic-style structures overlooking the Ottawa River, as the politicians within debate the present and future issues of the country. Free guided tours are available daily, including a chance to head up to the Peace Tower for an incredible view of the city. During the year, the Hill is the focal point for a number of the biggest celebrations in the country: Canada Day (July 1) sees about a hundred thousand people descend upon the landmark.
Plan your visit: https://www.ottawatourism.ca/member/guided-tours-of-parliament/
891 locals recommend
Parliament Hill
Wellington StreetThe centrepiece of Ottawa’s downtown landscape, Parliament Hill is the political and cultural heart of the city. The Parliament Buildings sit atop the Hill, the gorgeous Gothic-style structures overlooking the Ottawa River, as the politicians within debate the present and future issues of the country. Free guided tours are available daily, including a chance to head up to the Peace Tower for an incredible view of the city. During the year, the Hill is the focal point for a number of the biggest celebrations in the country: Canada Day (July 1) sees about a hundred thousand people descend upon the landmark.
Plan your visit: https://www.ottawatourism.ca/member/guided-tours-of-parliament/
Alexandra Bridge
Walk across the bridge for a beautiful view of Ottawa.
Entertainment & Activities
On the last Friday of every month, the Museum of Nature hosts a nightly event with drinks and music that I highly recommend.
http://nature.ca/en/plan-your-visit/nature-nocturne
468 locals recommend
Canadian Museum of Nature
240 McLeod StOn the last Friday of every month, the Museum of Nature hosts a nightly event with drinks and music that I highly recommend.
http://nature.ca/en/plan-your-visit/nature-nocturne
VIP Cinemas with Lazy-Boy recliners and in-movie dining experience
116 locals recommend
Cineplex Cinemas Lansdowne VIP
325 Marché WayVIP Cinemas with Lazy-Boy recliners and in-movie dining experience
Shopping
Rideau Centre
Shopping!
Drinks & Nightlife
COMMON - Gitanes Burger Pop Up
380 Elgin StAmazing cocktail selection
VIP Karaoke Bar
610 Somerset St WIts under-rated, but Karaoke is amazing.
Arts & Culture
National Arts Centre
1 Elgin StSymphony hall and other performances