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Monthly Averages
Month
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Low
Precip
Dec
28°F -2°C
15°F -9°C
3 in 8 cm
Jan
20°F -6°C
6°F -14°C
2 in 6 cm
Feb
24°F -4°C
8°F -13°C
2 in 6 cm
Mar
32°F 0°C
18°F -7°C
0 in 0 cm
Apr
51°F 10°C
33°F 0°C
3 in 7 cm
May
63°F 17°C
44°F 6°C
0 in 0 cm

Extended Forecast
Monday
Dec 7
Hi:
33°F 0°C
Lo:
21°F -6°C
Tuesday
Dec 8
Hi:
26°F -3°C
Lo:
19°F -7°C
Wednesday
Dec 9
Hi:
32°F 0°C
Lo:
26°F -3°C
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Destination of the Day
Anaheim, California
  • Resident population: 331,804 (est.)
  • Major features: Disneyland, professional sports
  • 15,586 TripAdvisor reviews of 114 accommodations, 20 attractions and 219 restaurants
The Disney influence is everywhere in the city that was reborn in 1955 with the opening of Disneyland. Formerly a sleepy suburban town, Anaheim today is a vibrant tourist center with fine dining, shopping, festivals, myriad attractions and a range of accommodations.
Best fare found from Minneapolis to Ottawa: $469

Things to Do: Scenery and natural wonders

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Rideau Canal
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

One of the oldest landmarks in Ottawa, this canal is filled with boats in the summer and becomes the "World's Longest Skating Rink" in the winter.

Attraction type: Waterway; River; Lake; Trail; Historic site
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Parliament Hill
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Three Gothic Revival-style buildings, located on a 170-foot bluff overlooking the Ottawa River, house the offices of the members of Parliament, the House of Commons and the Senate. Free guided tours delve into Canadian history and explain the workings of the political system.

Attraction type: Historic site; Historic walking area; Government building; Lookout
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Nepean Point
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Lookout offering a beautiful view of the city and a commemorative statue of Canada's founder, Samuel de Champlain.

Attraction type: Lookout
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Lusk Caverns
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Cavern/cave
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Rideau Falls
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Picturesque waterfall that is especially pretty when lit up at night.

Attraction type: Waterfall
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Hog's Back Falls
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #61 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Beautiful 60-foot waterfall where the Rideau River and Rideau Canal part.

Attraction type: Waterfall
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