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Popular places to visit

Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Carleton University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do

Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Top hotels in Rideau Township

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Other neighbourhoods around Rideau Township

Munster Hamlet - Richmond
If you're spending some time in Munster Hamlet - Richmond, Saunders Farm and Rideau River Provincial Park are top sights worth seeing.

Barrhaven
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.

Stittsville
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Kanata
Travelers come to Kanata for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

Nepean
Nepean is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nepean Sportsplex or Bayshore Shopping Centre.

South End
Travelers choose South End for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station and check out top sights like South Keys Shopping Centre.