|
|
|
 |
|
|
10Best Parks |
|
|
|
|
|
Confederation Square |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Elgin St at Wellington St, Ottawa K1A 0A9
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
One of the centerpieces of Ottawa's Parliament Hill area, Confederation Square is surrounded by the city's most important buildings. The legacies of the 66,651 Canadian men and women who died in World War I are well preserved by a beautiful granite arch called the National War Memorial. Located in the center of Confederation Square, this fitting tribute stands as a lasting reminder of the price many have paid for Canada's liberty. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Dows Lake |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
1001 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa K1S 5K7 • 613-232-1001
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Located across from the Central Experimental Farm, this park offers a variety of activities year round, from ice-skating on the "world's longest ice skating rink" to paddle boating and biking. The pavilion at Dows Lake is the site of Ottawa's popular Tulip Festival, held each year in May. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Garden of the Provinces and Territories |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Wellington St at Bay St, Ottawa
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
This park commemorates the Canadian Confederation with two fountains and the arms and floral emblems of Canada's 10 provinces and three territories. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Mackenzie King Estate |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Rue Barnes Gatineau Park, Kingsmere J9B 1H7 • 819-827-2020 • 800-461-8020
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Located in scenic Gatineau Park, this estate was the home of former Prime Minister Mackenzie King. Canada's longest serving prime minister, King further ensured his legacy with this exceptional gift to the Canadian people. Take a romantic stroll through the lavish gardens and stop by the Moorside Tea Room for a light meal. Be sure to take advantage of the many activities offered in the summer! |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Major's Hill Park |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Mackenzie Ave at Murray St, Ottawa
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
The setting for many of the city's best festivals during the warmer months, Major's Hill Park is located within easy walking distance of some of Ottawa's most popular attractions, including the Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill. A good recipe for relaxation? Pick up some light lunch – maybe even a cup of joe and pastry – and spend the early afternoon lazing at Major's Hill. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Parc de la Gatineau |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Gatineau Pkwy, Chelsea J9B 1R5 • 819-827-2020 • 800-465-1867
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Conveniently located near Parliament Hill and several museums, this natural paradise is comprised of 89,200 acres of forested, lake-strewn land. Hikers frequently encounter a variety of the park's inhabitants, including deer, beavers and woodpeckers. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Rideau Falls |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Sussex Dr, Ottawa
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Once you've seen these beautiful falls with the downtown skyline in the background, it's easy to see why Ottawa's second-leading industry is tourism. Cross over the bridge to Green Island, and you can see the second section of falls. In the wintertime, the falls freeze, seeming to take on a curtain-like appearance ("rideau" means "curtain" in French). For the best vantage point of the falls, park next to the French Embassy on Sussex and make your way down to the park area. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Rockcliffe Park |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Rockcliffe Pkwy, Ottawa
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Overlooking the Ottawa River and nearby Leamy Lake Park, Rockcliffe Park is a terrific place to spend an warm summer afternoon walking along the banks of the river or even enjoying a picnic with those you hold most dear. |
|
|
| |
User Rating: 9
/ 10 |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Strathcona Park |
|
(Attractions & Activities - Parks) |
|
Range Rd between Laurier Ave and Templeton, Ottawa • 619-564-3093
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
With lovely green spaces that stretch along the banks of the Rideau River toward the Sandy Hill area, this residential park is a terrific place to take the entire family. Surrounded by the attractive Ottawa cityscape, you'll find several perfect backdrops for photos. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Privacy Policy & Legal Notice
Print this page.
