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Ottawa Tourist Attractions and Ottawa Sightseeing
(Ottawa, Ontario - ON, Canada)



The city of Ottawa contains a broad spectrum of tourist attractions and exciting sightseeing opportunities. The city's main tourist attractions range from scenic river cruises along the Ottawa River to winter cross-country skiing alongside the Dows Lake Pavilion in the city center.

Guided trolley bus tours are always popular and provide a real insight into many of Ottawa's most impressive tourist attractions and historical districts. For coin collectors visiting the Ottawa area, be sure not to overlook the Royal Canadian Mint, where thousands of commemorative coins are produced each year. Here are Ottawa's main tourist attractions.




Ottawa Tourist Attractions: River Cruises - Ottawa River Locks, Ottawa, Ontario (ON), K1N 8S7, Canada
Tel: +1 613 562 4888
One of the most interesting and relaxing ways to tour the scenic Ottawa River and Rideau Canal is by popular riverboat cruises. Operated by a number of companies in central Ottawa, these cruises travel past many of the city's most notable tourist attractions and architectural sights, including the Parliament Buildings and the Prime Minister's Residence. Lasting between one to two hours, Ottawa's sightseeing river cruises are particularly popular and depart from both the Ottawa Locks and Hull Marina. A variety of cruise packages are available, including some where champagne is included.
Ottawa tourist attraction open: seasonal variations
Ottawa tourist attraction admission: charge, discounts for students, seniors and children, children under six free

Ottawa Tourist Attractions: Gray Line Guided Tours of Ottawa - 265 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Ontario (ON), K1R 7S5, Canada
Tel: +1 613 565 5463
The perfect way to find out more information about the city, Gray Line Ottawa operates regular trolley buses, which provide enjoyable guided tours around the city of Ottawa. Lasting around two hours, the tours feature an experienced local guide and can provide a door-to-door service if necessary.
Ottawa tourist attraction open: daily, seasonal variations
Ottawa tourist attraction admission: charge

Ottawa Tourist Attractions: Royal Canadian Mint - 320 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario (ON), K1A 0G8, Canada
Tel: +1 613 993 8990
Situated in the Lowertown district of Ottawa, the Royal Canadian Mint dates back to the early 1900s and now produces solely commemorative coins, which have become popular souvenirs of the city. Attractions here include guided tours of the building, which are held in both English and French, and a small souvenir shop.
Ottawa tourist attraction open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:30, Saturday and Sunday - 09:00 to 17:30; winter, daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Ottawa tourist attraction admission: charge, discounts for children and families

Ottawa Tourist Attractions: Dows Lake Pavilion - 1001 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario (ON), K1S 5K7, Canada
Tel: +1 613 232 1001
Dows Lake Pavilion, in central Ottawa, has become a popular tourist attraction, with a range of recreational activities on offer. These include canoeing, paddle boats and other water sports, while during the winter months, Dows Lake Pavilion is the center for nearby ice skating, sledding and cross-country skiing.
Ottawa tourist attraction open: daily - dawn to dusk
Ottawa tourist attraction admission:

Ottawa Tourist Attractions: Ottawa Civic Center - 1015 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario (ON), K1S 3W7, Canada
Tel: +1 613 564 1490
Hosting many of the city's largest and most popular events, the Ottawa Civic Center is the home stadium of the 67s and Senators ice hockey teams, who regularly play fast games against each other.
Ottawa tourist attraction open: hours vary according to event
Ottawa tourist attraction admission: charge

Ottawa Tourist Attractions: National Archives of Canada - 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa, Ontario (ON), K1A 0N4, Canada
Tel: +1 613 996 5115
One of the most important buildings in Ottawa, the National Archives of Canada houses literally millions of historic documents, photographs and maps, amongst other attractions. The National Archives of Canada is also an important research center and was founded in the 1870s.
Ottawa tourist attraction open: Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 17:00
Ottawa tourist attraction admission: free

Ottawa Tourist Attractions: National Library of Canada - 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa, Ontario (ON), K1A 0N4, Canada
Tel: +1 613 996 5115
The National Library of Canada stands in central Ottawa, alongside the National Archives of Canada, and contains in excess of 10 million books and publications, with copies of every single manuscript that gets published in the country. Together with its enormous book collection, the National Library of Canada also contains a variety of music and local artifacts.
Ottawa tourist attraction open: daily - 07:00 to 23:00
Ottawa tourist attraction admission: free

 
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