Discover Ottawa
Ottawa Palapa Tours
Hawaiian-style floating tiki bar on the Ottawa River. 90-minute cruises with Parliament Hill views, a licensed bar, and private charter options.
Ottawa Public Library — Beaverbrook
Beaverbrook branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free programs, events, and resources for all ages.
Ottawa Public Library — Munster
Munster branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free programs, events, and resources for all ages.
Ottawa Public Library — North Gower
North Gower branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free programs, events, and resources for all ages.
Ottawa Public Library — Osgoode
Osgoode branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free programs, events, and resources for all ages.
Ottawa Public Library — Richmond
Richmond branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free programs, events, and resources for all ages.
Ottawa Public Library — Vernon
Vernon branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Free programs, events, and resources for all ages.
Parc national de Plaisance
The only SEPAQ national park in the Outaouais region, about an hour east of Ottawa on a series of islands in the Ottawa River. A birdwatcher's paradise with 250+ species — the highest count in Quebec's national park network. Floating boardwalk trails, 150 campsites, ready-to-camp units, and yurts. Open late April to mid-October.
Peace Garden
Long-running vegetarian restaurant in the ByWard Market serving Indian-inspired dishes, vegan options, and organic fair-trade coffee since 1992.
Pho Tuan
Family-run Vietnamese restaurant near Chinatown known for authentic Bun Cha Ha Noi, Bun Bo Hue, and other traditional dishes at affordable prices.
Pure Kitchen
100% plant-based restaurant in Westboro serving creative vegetarian and vegan dishes like Cauliflower Wings and Mushroom Walnut Burgers, plus cold-pressed juices and power bowls. Four locations across Ottawa since 2015.
Rabbit Hole
Underground cave-like dining room and tiki-themed rooftop patio on Sparks Street, serving wood-fire pizza, charcuterie, and oysters with themed nights throughout the week.