Ottawa River Parkway Tours

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Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
Parliament Hill which includes an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Peace Tower

This iconic tower is emblematic of Canada's political life and a memorial to those who lost their lives in war. Enjoy its architecture and views of the city.

Peace Tower
Bytown Museum showing signage

Bytown Museum

Discover Ottawa’s modest origins as the settlement of Bytown in this historical museum located within the city’s oldest building.

Bytown Museum
Major\'s Hill Park which includes snow and a church or cathedral

Major's Hill Park

After visiting Major's Hill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Major's Hill Park
UNESCO World Heritage Site: Rideau Canal - Ottawa Lock, Ottawa, Canada The Rideau Canal connects Ottawa on the Ottawa River to Kingston on Lake Ontario. It is 202 kilometres in length. The canal was opened in 1832 as a precaution in case of war with the United States. It remains in use today primarily for pleasure boating, with most of its original structures intact. It is the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America.

Ottawa Locks 1-8

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ottawa Locks 1-8 during your travels in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ottawa Locks 1-8
National Gallery of Canada featuring interior views as well as a large group of people

National Gallery of Canada

Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.

National Gallery of Canada

Best Lodging Options Near Ottawa River Parkway

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
Lord Elgin Hotel
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
The Metcalfe Hotel

The Metcalfe Hotel

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON
The Metcalfe Hotel
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

3.5 out of 5
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The Business Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

4 out of 5
201 RIDEAU STREET, OTTAWA, ON
AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn
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