{"id":195793,"date":"2024-04-21T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-21T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/?p=195793"},"modified":"2024-10-15T11:04:58","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T15:04:58","slug":"ottawa-activities-restaurants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/guide\/experiences\/ottawa-activities-restaurants\/","title":{"rendered":"Canada : What to do in Ottawa | Activities and dining suggestions"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A visit to the Rideau Canal<\/strong> is a must! The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can simply walk or cycle along its banks.<\/p>\n

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In spring, crabapple and cherry trees bloom at the Dominion Arboretum<\/a>, which runs along part of the canal near Dow’s Lake. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are available for hire.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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In May, you’ll be thrilled by the spectacle of tulips in bloom along the canal during the Tulip Festival<\/a>. The event takes place in the Parc des Commissaires.<\/div>\n
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You can also discover the beauty of the Rideau Canal on a cruise<\/a> from Dow’s Lake to the Ottawa River.<\/div>\n
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Manual locks still exist, linking the Ottawa River to the canal. The show is worth the detour! Stop by Parks Canada’s lock station to learn how the system works.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Did you know that you can camp<\/a> at lock stations along the canal? This activity is offered from mid-May to early October.<\/p>\n

In summer, four beaches await you on the shores of the Ottawa and Rideau rivers.<\/p>\n

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Here are the most popular activities throughout the year:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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