Ottawa Attractions
The parliament buildings are without a doubt the main attraction for tourists however Rideau Canal is a key point of interest for boaters in the summer and skaters in the winter. It was named a World Heritage site and spans 125 miles reaching down via lakes and rivers to Kingston and Lake Ontario.
In the city of Ottawa, restaurants and park pathways make the canal a popular spot. You can visit the Bytown Museum, a small museum dedicated to the history and construction of the Rideau Canal.
The National Gallery of Canada and Canadian War Museum are the key museums to see. The National Gallery of Canada houses some of the most well known works of Canadian art including paintings by the Group of 7.