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Ottawa - Historic sites


Best fare found from Washington to Ottawa: $431

Things to Do: Historic sites

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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: Trail; Waterway; Historic site; River; Lake
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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: Government building; Historic site; Historic walking area; Lookout
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Both John A. MacDonald and Wilfrid Laurier resided here.

Attraction type: Historic home; History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

The home of every Governor General since 1867, this elegant 19th-century mansion is open to the public for tours of the home and surrounding grounds, consisting of manicured gardens and recreational areas.

Attraction type: Historic home; Historic site; Landmark/point of interest; Government building; Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #51 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Large war monument from the WWI era is located between and south of Parliament and the Chateau Laurier.  One of the more recognizable landmarks of Ottawa.

Attraction type: Monument
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #62 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Canadian prime ministers have made this mansion their home since the 1950s.

Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #64 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Historic home of Braddish and Lamira Billings, built circa 1827-1828, who were founding settlers of Ottawa.

Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #68 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Monument
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #80 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Historic estate /farm built by an early settler in the area.

Attraction type: Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #81 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Wander through this collection of early 19th-century buildings with its vibrant mix of retail, service, entertainment and residential.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #89 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

This 10-meter-high monument is dedicated to the preservation of human rights around the world.

Attraction type: Monument
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Step back into history as you visit what was the nerve center of Canada's government during the country's first hundred years.

Attraction type: Historic site; Government building
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