Check Out Ottawa’s Best Sightseeing Landmarks

Ottawa is the immense capital of Canada which is home to a number of iconic attractions, architectural wonders, world-class museums and more - there is an endless list of sightseeing options here. Brightsun offers cheap flights to Ottawa from UK, taking you to the centre of this great city. We have narrowed down some of Ottawa’s top sightseeing spots which are well worth exploring if you visit this city – an added bonus is that they are located a short distance from one another.

Rideau Canal – Ottawa River

The 200km long Rideau Canal is a beautiful chain of waterways and a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by natural wonders and historical sites. Connecting Ottawa with Kingston, the historic canal is a great sightseeing spot all year round; in the warmer months, it makes for a scenic stroll, bike or boat ride, and in the winter it transforms into the world’s largest naturally frozen ice skating rink.

Parliament Hill – Wellington Street

Ottawa’s Parliament Hill is the home of Canada’s federal government and the venue for national celebrations with a series of neo-Gothic Parliament Buildings set on a hill, overlooking Ottawa River. There is a daily changing of the guard ceremony to witness here, as well as a sound and light show in the summer. The tall Peace Tower is a highlight of Parliament Hill, which has a panoramic observation deck.

National Gallery of Canada – Sussex Drive

This award-winning monument is a true landmark of Ottawa and an impressive architectural wonder featuring glass and granite. The gallery displays world-class Canadian artworks as well as international art pieces and temporary exhibitions. One of the most captivating artworks displayed at the National Gallery of Canada is Maman, which is set outside – a giant bronze sculpture of a spider, sculpted by French-American artist Louise Bourgeois.

Notre Dame Basilica - Sussex Drive

The historic Notre Dame Basilica dates back to the 18th century, and is the oldest and largest church in Ottawa. This landmark is recognisable in the city’s skyline with its impressive bell towers and twin spires, and has an intricately decorated interior with ornate carvings, statues of religious figures, stained glass windows which depict scenes from the bible and stunning blue ceilings with golden stars.

The National War Memorial - Wellington Street

This significant monument commemorates individuals from the Canadian Armed Forces who fought in World War I. The granite structure comprises of bronze figures that represent and symbolise peace, and in front of the memorial is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which contains the remains of an unidentified Canadian soldier. The national Remembrance Day ceremony is held here every year.

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