Your first two days in Ottawa
A manageable route through the capital: Parliament, the Market, a museum and a little room to wander.
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Explore Ottawa
Make a first visit, a free afternoon or a rainy day feel well planned.
Start with the time you have and the kind of day you want. These guides connect Ottawa's central sights, dining areas and cultural stops with practical information about booking and getting around.
Plan the shape of your visit
Where to stay in Ottawa: compare neighbourhoods
Choose a base by the places you want to reach, evening plans and your tolerance for transfers.
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Ottawa, without the car
Airport and rail connections, fare basics, walking plans and the distinction between Ottawa and Gatineau transit.
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Compare Ottawa museums for your visit
Match the subject to your group, then check booking, location and access before you go.
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Rainy-day Ottawa: indoor things to do
Art, natural history, cinema and a sit-down meal, organised into outings that do not require crossing the city in the rain.
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Ottawa by season: what to plan and check
Seasonal ideas with a backup plan, from spring walks to winter days when the canal may not be open.
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Free and low-cost things to do in Ottawa
Free galleries, timed museum offers, Parliament tours and outdoor time, with the booking conditions that matter.
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Where to eat in Ottawa: areas and budgets
Named dining starting points for a quick bite, an unhurried meal or a neighbourhood outing, based on published menus.
Read the guide : Where to eat in Ottawa: areas, budgets and dining styles