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 Canada Agriculture Museum |
Prince of Wales Drive (south of the traffic circle) (At Experimental Farm Drive) Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3 Canada +1 613 991 3044 http://www.agriculture.technom... |
You'll be surprised to find a fully functioning farm in the middle of the city! Located in the heart of the Central Experimental Farm, the museum pays tribute to traditional and modern farming practices in Canada. An exhibit called "Bread: The Inside Story" takes visitors through the process of turning Canadian wheat into the daily staple. "Living displays" at hand include a herd of dairy cattle, as well as a variety of sheep, horses and other animals. Admission: CAD6 adults; CAD5 youth 16-21 and seniors; CAD3 children 3-15, CAD13 families. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Canada Science and Technology Museum |
1867 Saint Laurent Boulevard (At Lancaster Road) Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3 Canada +1 613 991 3044 www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca |
The largest of its kind in Canada, this museum allows you to push buttons, turn dials and pull levers to experience science and technology first-hand. Discover artifact-rich exhibits, which detail subjects from marine and land transportation to space travel and communication technologies. The Technology Park, open only in summer, features everything from a locomotive to a rocket. Guided tours and demonstrations are given daily. Admission: CAD6 adults; CAD5 students and seniors; CAD3 children 4-14; CAD14 families; free for children under 4 and members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 An urban oasis |
Prince of Wales Drive (at Experimental Farm Drive) Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3 Canada +1 613 230 3276 http://www.friendsofthefarm.ca/ |
This 500-hectare working farm is hard to miss, as it is situated in the center of the nation's capital. The unique farming laboratory boasts a crew of scientists who give farmers and food manufacturers across the country useful information. The federal government runs the research station, and it's free to walk around the extensive grounds and view the variety of animals. Pop by the interesting Canada Agriculture Museum and tropical greenhouse located on the grounds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Cold War Relic |
3911 Carp Rd (Off Hwy 417 W) Ottawa, ON K0A 1L0 Canada +1 613 839 0007 / +1 800 409 1965 http://www.diefenbunker.ca/ |
Perhaps Canada's greatest artifact of the Cold War, this 100,000 square foot bunker is located less than an hour west of Ottawa in Carp. It was constructed at the height of nuclear tensions between 1959 and 1961, and named after then Prime Minister John Diefenbaker. Built on springs to absorb explosive shockwaves, the bunker can accommodate more than 500 people for 30 days. Admission, which includes mandatory tour: CAD14 Adults; CAD12.50 Students and Seniors; CAD6 Children 6-17. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Unique and Beautiful Inn |
60 Mill Rd Ottawa, ON J0X 3G0 Canada +1 819 459 1838 http://www.wakefieldmill.com |
Wakefield is a small Quebec community located 25 minutes from Ottawa's city centre, and it is also home to a unique hotel built into a mill founded in 1838. The hotel is an architectural treasure nestled amongst beaches and small lakes within the Gatineau Hills. The inn itself straddles a small waterfall, which has been the subject many artistic works. Around the inn are numerous hiking trails so that visitors can look at this marvel from all angles. Rooms, of course, are available but simply seeing the inn is worth a day trip. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gatineau Getaway |
Gatineau Park Ottawa, ON J9B 1L2 Canada +1 613 827 2020 http://www.canadascapital.gc.c... |
Former Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King (1874-1950) is responsible for establishing this 230-hectare estate. The main building on the property is Moorside, which has been turned into a small museum and tearoom. The estate is surrounded by a number of pathways and trails that guide visitors through several gardens, majestic pines and old spruce trees. Close by are the "Ruins," where King assembled a number of granite ruins he collected from Canada and abroad. Admission is CAD 7 per vehicle. Guided tours are available by reservation only: +1 613 239 5100. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World-famous shrine to Elvis |
334 Richmond Road (At Churchill) Ottawa, ON K1Z 6X6 Canada +1 613 722 9322 http://www.newportrestaurant.com/ |
Dubbed as "World Famous," this Westboro Village culinary landmark is home to the Elvis Presley Sighting Society, a group of die-hard Elvis fans who believe the King is alive and well and living in semi-retirement in Tweed, a small town about 90 minutes west of Ottawa. Not surprisingly, the walls are covered with Elvis memorabilia. The menu contains such mainstay items as pizza and pasta dishes, burgers, sandwiches and chicken. A breakfast special of two eggs, choice of meat, home fries, toast and coffee goes for less than CAD5. A children's menu is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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National Aviation Museum |
11 Aviation Parkway (Rockcliffe Airport) Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3 Canada +1 613 993 2010 / +1 800 463 2038 www.aviation.technomuses.ca |
Come see one of the finest collections of vintage aircraft in the world. Creative exhibitions and programs in this delta-shaped building make learning about aviation fun. Experience hang gliding on a simulator, sit at the controls of a Cessna, watch films of aircraft in action, tackle the helicopter studio or test your skills at video games and computer quizzes. You can even soar over Ottawa in a historical aircraft—for a small fee. The museum is located along the Eastern Parkway near Rockcliffe. Admission: CAD6 adults; CAD5 students; CAD4 seniors; CAD3 children 6-15; CAD14 families. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sightseeing from the water |
219 Colonnade Rd Ottawa, ON K2E 7K3 Canada +1 613 225 6781 http://www.paulsboatcruises.com |
Cruising the Ottawa River or the Rideau Canal is a relaxing way to take in some of Ottawa's must-see sights. This boat company offers a 90-minute cruise on the Ottawa River that departs from the Ottawa Locks and takes you by points of interest such as the Parliament Buildings, the Museum of Civilization and the Prime Minister's Residence. The cruise on the Rideau Canal takes 75 minutes and departs from the Conference Centre. Along the way you'll see the University of Ottawa, Lansdowne Park , the Experimental Farm, Dow's Lake and more. Call for current rates. Boats depart daily from two locations: Hull Marina and Ottawa Locks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mounties up close and personal |
1 Sandridge Road RCMP Rockcliffe Stables Ottawa, ON K1G 3J2 Canada +1 613 998 8199 / +1 613 993 7267 http://www.rcmp.ca/musicalride/ |
A visit to the RCMP Rockcliffe Stables brings you up close to the famous red-coated Canadian Mounties and their graceful four-legged mounts. After meeting the horses, you can visit the farrier station and walk through the tack room. The riding school provides a closer look at the challenging choreography the Mounties must master. You can also see the stately carriages that are used in royal escorts when the Queen visits Canada. The Musical Ride is a sight to behold, featuring choreographed demonstrations to music complete with lances and pennons. Tours and admission are free of charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Water Artery |
1125 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, ON K1S 5B8 Canada +1 613 283 5170 / +1 800 230 0016 http://www.rideau-info.com/ |
Built between 1827 and 1832 without the aid of power machinery, the Canal is one of Ottawa's oldest landmarks; it runs from the Ottawa River near Parliament Hill to Hog's Back Falls on the south end of the city. During the summer a wide range of vessels, including tour boats, glide along the waterway, while people in-line skate, jog or stroll on the canal's picturesque banks. During the winter, the canal is transformed into the "World's Longest Skating Rink," and is a hub of activity during Ottawa's Winterlude festival. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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