Top Attractions To Visit On Your Day Tour To Ottawa

Are you planning an Ottawa day tour and wondering what attractions to visit? In such instances, Ottawa— the Canadian capital city— presents an intriguing mix of historical landmarks, cultural establishments, and even picturesque natural beauty that you cannot afford to miss out on. 

Rest assured this blog will ensure you make the most of your Ottawa day tours without any regrets later.

Where to go in Ottawa?

Parliament Hill

Located in the middle of Ottawa, Parliament Hill represents Canadian democracy. For Ottawa day tours this is a must-see!

The positions that are inside here have very beautiful gothic revival style architecture where the country is governed from. Use the chance to participate in a free guided tour for you will discover more about the Canadian parliament’s rich background and roles it plays. Make sure that during summer time you watch the daily changing of guard ceremony as it gives some traditional touch for your visit.

From The Peace Tower, one can see panoramic views of the city. Centre Block houses an elevator that will take you to the tower. Once there at its peak, you will be greeted with an amazing view of Ottawa River and urban landscape.

National Gallery of Canada

The National Gallery of Canada contains many works of art and cultural artifacts. This gallery is a must-visit place for your Ottawa tours from Toronto.

Just minutes away from Parliament Hill stands a magnificent collection of contemporary Canadian Indian international artistic works. Moshe Safdie designed its structures. It is composed of these glass and granite structures which make it a masterpiece.

Here, Tom Thomson's work is on display alongside other pieces by artists in the Group of Seven, making it a place where you can see great works. The collection of Indigenous art in the gallery can provide a deep insight into Canada's First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples' rich cultural heritage with many more items.

Rideau Canal

The Rideau Canal is one of Ottawa’s jewels and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can embark on a picturesque boat trip along this waterway or paddle through it by renting a kayak. Moreover, you will find paths for cycling along the canal that give you an opportunity to have a relaxed bike ride.

During winter, the canal transforms into an unusual attraction which makes it the largest skating rink in the world. On top of the frozen canal, you may hire skates and glide while enjoying hot chocolate and beaver tails (a Canadian pastry) from vendors along the way. The Rideau Canal will always be memorable.

ByWard Market

ByWard Market is one of Canada’s largest and oldest public marketplaces. This vibrant area contains shops, restaurants, and stands where locally produced crafts, fresh foodstuffs are available as well as souvenirs. Don’t miss on these regional specialties such as poutine or maple syrup products at the market during your Canada tours.

In addition to street artists and entertainers who crowd Byward Market creating a lively atmosphere there, the place has old buildings and cobblestone streets that make it a fun place to explore. There are so many restaurants serving different kinds of dishes in this respect.

Canadian Museum of History

Across the Ottawa River in Gatineau, Quebec, the Canadian Museum of History provides an extensive look at Canada's past. It is a must-see location on Ottawa day tours. Exhibits in the museum span a broad spectrum of subjects, including Indigenous cultures, European colonization, and contemporary Canada.

The Grand Hall, with its enormous totem poles and breathtaking view of Parliament Hill across the river, is one of the highlights. Ideal for families, the museum also houses the Canadian Children's Museum. It provides youngsters with engaging exhibitions that make history interesting.

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Ottawa awaits!

Your Ottawa day tours will be an amazing experience if you use this guide and prepare a bit. Traveling through the Parliament buildings and taking a stroll along the picturesque Rideau Canal will provide you with a memorable experience of Canada's energetic capital city.