ONE
​td place

“TD Place is the hottest venue in town + home of the city’s biggest concerts + theatre performances, as well as popular soccer + football teams… It’s worth peeking at the events calendar to see if anything that suits your interests is happening during your stay with us.”
- General Manager

TWO
​local festivals

“For a true Ottawa experience, come during a local festival or event. We have the Canadian Tulip Festival in May, Ottawa Jazz Festival in June, Bluesfest in July, City Folk Festival in September, + plenty more in-between. Each one provides insight into the unique history + culture of our beautiful city.”
- Director of Sales and Marketing

THREE​shopping

“Go shopping! In a city with so much to offer, ranging from the three-story Rideau Centre mall with big names like Nordstrom + Simons, to the locally owned boutiques of Byward Market, to the Tanger Outlets, there’s no excuse to leave town without giving in to a little retail therapy.”
- Revenue Manager

FOUR
​outdoor
activities

“Get outside. In the winter, that means pulling on a pair of skates, + heading to the frozen Rideau Canal to join the locals in some ice skating. In the warmer months, it means hiking + biking in the Gatineau Hills, which offer plenty of different trails for each type of activity“ + don’t forget whilst you’re here, you have to try a BeaverTail in the city….They’re flat, fried dough pastries topped with either cinnamon sugar, icing, Nutella, + any number of delicious candies or cookie crumbs. Quite a treat, especially for out-of-town visitors!”
- Executive Chef  

FIVE
​byward market

"In the summer months, Ottawa locals love our outdoor patios + craft beers. Visitors looking for things to do can join us at the many charming restaurants, pubs, sports bars, + eateries at the Byward Market + along Elgin Street. Nothing beats unwinding in the fresh air with good company.”
- Executive Meeting Manager

SIX
parliament hill

 “I recommend walking up to Parliament Hill on your way to the Byward Market. It may add about 15 minutes to your stroll, but the views – especially at sunset along the canal – are well worth the detour….Simply step outside, turn right, continue for one block, + then turn left.”
- Front Desk Attendant  

SEVEN
NHL season

“If you’re visiting Ottawa during the NHL season [September through April], join hundreds of local fans to watch a[n ice] hockey game at one of the pubs down along Sens Mile on Elgin Street, or live at the Canadian Tire Centre….The entire city gets into the spirit with our team colours + fan gear….Go Sens!”
- ARC Lounge Server  

EIGHT
scenic sussex

“For some scenic views + excellent exercise, rent a bike + travel down Aviation Parkway to the scenic Sussex neighbourhood to see the homes of the politicians, including the official home of the Prime Minister.”
- Valet