What to Do in Ottawa: Fun Things to Try
Canada's capital has more fun than you'd expect — landmarks, nature and seasonal highlights.
Canada’s capital is compact, green and surprisingly fun in every season.
Highlights
- Parliament Hill and the national museums.
- The Rideau Canal — boating in summer, the world’s largest skating rink in winter.
- ByWard Market for food and nightlife.
- Tulip Festival in spring; Winterlude in February.
Life here
Stable jobs (public sector and tech), a bilingual environment and a high quality of life make Ottawa popular with newcomer families.
The Daitana concierge helps newcomers settle into the capital.
