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Places to Visit

Canada’s Capital Region: Canadian, just like you.

Free Capital Wi-Fi Zones and Capital Wi-Fi Interactive Touch Screen Units
Stay Connected in Your Capital
Take advantage of new Interactive Touch Screen Units in the heart of Canada’s Capital!
National Holocaust Monument Design Competition
National Holocaust Monument Design Competition
The design competition is now open. Click here to register.
Alcatel-Lucent Sunday Bikedays are back
Alcatel-Lucent Sunday Bikedays are back
Starting May 19 2013, until Labour Day, the scenic parkways in the heart of the Capital and Gatineau Park are yours!
Roving Information Officers
Roving Information Officers
Mid-May to Labour Day, let us come to you!
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
New services to reach more people where they are.
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Places to Visit

Photo of Confederation Boulevard, showing the Chambers building and Parliament
Confederation Boulevard
Go to the heart of Canada’s Capital by visiting Confederation Boulevard, the Capital's ceremonial and discovery route. Where is Confederation...
Gatineau Park
This extensive conservation park is just 15 minutes from Parliament Hill and the heart of the Capital.
Mackenzie King Estate
Discover the life and times of Canada’s 10th prime minister, William Lyon Mackenzie King, at the Mackenzie King Estate. Set in the Gatineau Hills,...
National Capital Greenbelt
Visit the Greenbelt in Ottawa and discover the most ecologically diverse area in Eastern Ontario.
Official Residences in Canada's Capital Region
Absorb the history of Canada’s Capital Region by exploring, virtually or in person, the official residences managed by the NCC.
Parks, Paths and Parkways
Outdoor urban adventures await you in Canada’s Capital Region. Explore the Capital’s green spaces by bike, on in-line skates or on foot using the...
Parliament Hill
Parliament Hill
Parliament Hill is home to Canada’s federal government, where representatives from across Canada gather to make laws that affect the lives of every...
Public Art and Monuments
Immerse yourself in artworks that reflect and celebrate our country and our people.
Rideau Canal Skateway
A highlight of winter in Ottawa is the Rideau Canal Skateway, the world’s largest skating rink.
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Visitor Information
Are you visiting Ottawa–Gatineau, home of Canada’s Capital? Let us help you prepare!

Tulip Bloom Indicator

Some tulips are still in bloom. Other varieties are losing their petals.
Link to Canad's Capital Museums Passport site

Upcoming Events

The Sights and Sounds of Birds
May 25, 2013
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Road and Trail Closures

Traffic Notice: Road Closure(s) in Ottawa
May 23, 2013
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The Response, National War Memorial / La Réponse, Monument commémoratif de guerre du CanadaIn the heart of the Capital / Dans le coeur de la capitaleCycling in Canada's Capital Region / Le vélo dans la région de la capitale du CanadaThe changing of the guard / La relève de la gardeParliament Hill / colline du ParlementCapital Pathways / Les sentiers de la capitaleDancing Bear - Sussex Courtyard / Ours dansant - Les cours SussexByward Market in Canada's Capital / Le marché By dans la capitale du CanadaMosaika - the sound and light show in Canada's Capital / Mosaika - Le spectacle son et lumière dans la capitale du CanadaTulips in Canada's Capital Region / Les tulipes dans la région de la capitale du CanadaTulips in Canada's Capital Region / Les tulipes dans la région de la capitale du CanadaWinterlude in Confederation Park / Le Bal de Neige dans le parc de la Confédération
 
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