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Touted as the city by which all capitals should be measured, Ottawa is a compact, clean, cleverly planned centre of culture and politics. And it's an ideal choice for a weekend break because you can... more » Touted as the city by which all capitals should be measured, Ottawa is a compact, clean, cleverly planned centre of culture and politics. And it's an ideal choice for a weekend break because you can see so much in a short time. Start downtown at the architecturally stunning National Gallery of Canada. Other fine museums, such as the Canadian Nature Museum and the National Aviation Museum, await. The Gothic Revival-style buildings of Parliament Hill convey the political stature. A free, guided tour of the main building offers information on both the present-day government and important historical events. While Ottawa does have its fair share of lofty attractions, there are also lots of ways to relax and have fun. The lovely Rideau Canal, which cuts through the city, offers boating in the summer and ice-skating in the winter. Gatineau Park is always buzzing with cyclists and walkers. For an eclectic mix of old and new Ottawa, stop by the Byward Market. Whether you're in town for a few hours or a few days, Ottawa offers a gratifying taste of Canadian culture and hospitality. « less
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“Poor management; terrible pasta”

Mamma Grazzi's Kitchen

1 of 5 stars
slcf
Ottawa
13 Jul 2009

I ordered the Milano pasta dish. Knowing that their pasta is usually undercooked, I asked for softer pasta. Waitress came back to tell me that the kitchen refused to cook my pasta separately because...more

“Cockroaches”

Chimo Hotel

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Irish090
Irish090
12 Jul 2009

This hotel appears to be a clean well kept place. I was washing my face in the bathroom and left for a minute to check out the news report on the T.V. , when I returned the to brush my teeth I...more

“The absolute best attraction in Ottawa!”

Laurier House

5 of 5 stars
mommysdb
Vancouver
12 Jul 2009

We did all the big attractions but this was everyone's favourite, from the 10 year old and teens in our group to the 50+ crowd. The stories about Laurier and especially MacKenzie King were great. ...more

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