Discover the best things to do in Ottawa
Ottawa has 9 fenced dog parks where your dog can run off-leash in a secure, enclosed area. Here is every fenced dog park with rules, locations, and directions.
The complete guide to all 153 off-leash dog parks in Ottawa. Find where your dog can run free — organized by neighborhood, with water access info and park rules.
The complete guide to Easter weekend 2026 in Ottawa — egg hunts, farm visits, museum activities, and things to do with the family over the April long weekend.
The complete guide to every Easter egg hunt in Ottawa for 2026. Compare dates, prices, age groups, and what to expect — from farm hunts to museum scavenger hunts to free community events.
A guide to the best ice cream shops, gelaterias, and frozen treat spots in Ottawa, from award-winning gelato to rolled ice cream and small-batch creameries.
A guide to the best campgrounds and provincial parks within two to three hours of Ottawa, covering Ontario Parks, Sepaq, and unique glamping experiences.
A guide to celebrating Canada Day in the national capital. Covers the LeBreton Flats main stage, Parliament Hill events, fireworks, free museums, and practical tips for July 1.
A guide to Manotick, the heritage village on the Rideau River south of Ottawa. Covers Watson's Mill, Main Street shops and restaurants, seasonal events, and how to get there.
A guide to National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 in Ottawa. Covers the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, museum programming, Indigenous cultural experiences, and ways to engage respectfully.
A guide to celebrating the Fête nationale du Québec (Saint-Jean-Baptiste) on June 24 from the Ottawa-Gatineau region. Covers the Festival Outaouais en fête, bonfires, concerts, and how to get there from Ottawa.
A guide to the Victoria Day long weekend in Ottawa. Covers the Tulip Festival overlap, fireworks, outdoor season openings, and what's open and closed on the May holiday Monday.
A guide to Ottawa's most significant historic sites, from a UNESCO World Heritage canal to National Historic Sites spanning nearly 200 years. Most are free to visit.
