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Cineplex Cinemas Ottawa
A 12-screen Cineplex theatre on Carling Avenue featuring UltraAVX and ScreenX. Originally opened in 1998 as Ottawa's first megaplex cinema, it continues to serve the west-central Ottawa community.
Pho By Night
A ByWard Market institution for over 25 years. Known for slow-simmered beef bone broth pho and late-night weekend hours. One of Ottawa's most recognized Vietnamese restaurants.
Calypso Waterpark
Canada's largest waterpark, located 30 minutes east of Ottawa in Limoges. Features 35+ water slides, the country's largest wave pool, two lazy rivers, three kids' areas, and the Summit Tower — the tallest freestanding slide tower in Canada. Open mid-June to early September.
Major's Hill Park
A downtown park overlooking the Ottawa River, Parliament Hill, and the Rideau Canal locks. One of Ottawa's best spots for spring tulips, summer festivals, and views of the city's landmarks. Free and open daily.
Mooney's Bay Park
One of Ottawa's most popular parks, combining a supervised sandy beach on the Rideau River with one of Canada's largest playgrounds, an international-standard athletic facility, and winter cross-country skiing. Free admission.
Sansotei Ramen
One of Canada's most famous ramen chains, specializing in authentic Tonkotsu ramen from the Kyushu and Hokkaido regions of Japan. Three Ottawa locations.
Parle by Viet Fresh
Ottawa's only halal-certified Vietnamese restaurant, offering pho, banh mi, and Thai dishes in an upscale ByWard Market setting with late-night hours.
Landmark Cinemas 24 Kanata
Ottawa's largest movie theatre with 24 screens including IMAX, located in Kanata. Features recliner seating across all auditoriums for a premium moviegoing experience.
Scotiabank Theatre Ottawa
A 16-screen Cineplex theatre in Ottawa's east end featuring IMAX, 4DX, UltraAVX, D-BOX, and ScreenX. One of Ottawa's most feature-rich cinemas with a wide range of premium viewing formats.
LumberJaxe
Popular axe throwing hall near Little Italy with 1,000+ five-star reviews, local craft beer, league play, and wheelchair accessibility.
Chez Lucien
A ByWard Market institution since the early '90s. Chez Lucien is a cozy corner bar known for its no-frills burgers, cold beer, and live music. The Lucien Burger with cheddar, bacon, and red onion jam is a local favourite.
Di Rienzo's
Authentic Italian deli near Little Italy serving famous sandwiches for over 40 years. Known for gigantic portions often enough for two meals.