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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 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: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

This pretty park is located near several museums, churches and the Ottawa River.

Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Small museum dedicated to the history and construction of the Rideau Canal.

Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Bar/club; Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

This imposing building houses the highest court in Canada and is open to the public for tours.

Attraction type: Government building
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Canada's national natural history museum presents all-new exciting galleries in its renovated west wing. Take a 50-million-year journey in the Talisman Energy Fossil Gallery and discover dramatic events that led to the end of the dinosaurs and rise of mammals. See Canadian mammals up close in beautiful dioramas in the Mammal Gallery. Observe hundreds of specimens in our bright and appealing Bird Gallery. The Discovery Zone offers high-definition cinema and daily special programmes for everyone.

Attraction type: Natural history museum; Museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Cavern/cave
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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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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Bar/club; Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Arena located in the edge suburb of Kanata is home to the Ottawa Senators hockey team.

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Jazz bar; Performance; Piano bar
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Island; Park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Formal ceremony taking place daily during the summer on Parliament Hill that shouldn't be missed.

Attraction type: Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

This beautiful and ornate gothic-style cathedral is recognized by its twin spires.

Attraction type: Religious site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #36 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Producing coins since 1908, this excellent collecting resource features gold, silver and platinum coins commemorating Canada's heritage.

Attraction type: Government building; Educational site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #37 of 134 attractions in Ottawa

Research and library facility that holds millions of manuscripts, photographs, films, maps, books and government records that preserve and teach about Canada's national history.

Attraction type: Library; History museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #38 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Flea/street market
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #39 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Educational site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #40 of 134 attractions in Ottawa
Attraction type: Garden
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