Capped by prismatic glass "turrets," the museum rises on the banks of the Ottawa River across from the Gothic parliament buildings. Its bold beauty, light and airy exhibit spaces and tranquil interior courtyards provide a unique setting for..

During World War II, Canada was known as the "Aerodrome for Democracy." Fitting then, that this museum, opened in 1988, is devoted to the history of aviation from pioneer days to the present, with special emphasis on Canadian contributions...

Three Gothic-style parliament buildings dominate the northern side of Confederation Square, a triangular-shaped "island." In the middle of the square stands the towering granite archway of the National War Memorial, which was dedicated in 1..

Money from early China, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Medieval and Renaissance Europe to its introduction and use in North America. The development of Canadian money is highlighted, with examples of wampum, the card money of New France, Hudson's Bay Compa..

Compelling exhibits on the creation of oceans and continents, particularly North America, and an outstanding display on dinosaurs, with several complete reconstructions of skeletons, await visitors. An interesting Birds in Canada gallery features lif..

The only part of the original structure to escape the 1916 fire, the wood-panelled library is modelled on the reading room of the British Museum. Separately, the Peace Tower can be ascended for a fine viewa of the sprawling capital. Parliamentary pro..

Some of the offices have been authentically furnished to represent their occupants at the time: Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald; his Quebec colleague and fellow Father of Confederation Sir George-Étienne Cartier; the governor general, Lord Duffe..

This handsome building is home to theatres, a celebrated café and an outdoor terrace. It is home to the only multidisciplinary, bilingual performing arts centre in North America. Performances hosted here range from theatre to classical music.

Stretching over several blocks, this colorful market (primarily indoors in winter) has existed since 1846. From spring to late fall there are stalls of flowers, fruit and vegetables.

Bordered by stone buildings and graced by a fountain, is home to Art Price's 1973 sculpture, once part of the actual facade of tinsmith Honoré Foisy's whimsical house. When Foisy's house was demolished, Price restored the facade and the city erected ..

Note the gold-leaf statue of the Madonna and Child between the steeples. To the right of the basilica, there is a statue of Joseph-Eugene Guigues, the first bishop of Ottawa, who was responsible for the cathedral's completion. The very fine woodwork ..

In 1897 Canada's first French-speaking prime minister, Sir Wilfrid Laurier, in office from 1896 to 1911, moved into the house. After his death Lady Laurier willed the house to Canadian prime minister William Lyon Mackenzie King, grandson of the rebel..

On both sides of Green Island, the Rideau River drops over a sheer cliff into the Ottawa River. The intensity of the flow depends on the time of year. The falls are best viewed in the spring, or in winter when they are frozen. To see the second set o..

This museum is housed in a barn dating from the 1920s. Old breeds of sheep, cattle, pigs and horses can be seen. Seasonally, visitors can take wagon rides (Jun-Sept, Wed-Sun; $2.50) on the premises.

Note the Royal Bank Centre and, at the opposite end of the mall, the attractive Bank of Canada, designed by Arthur Erickson and opened in 1980. Set within a 12-storey court, this Neoclassical building is now flanked by two 12-storey towers of solar-t..

Eight locks raise boats from the Ottawa River to the top of the cliff. There is also a boat trip on the canal

Inside the 1827 Old Commissariat Building in downtown Ottawa, is this museum that tells tales of the city, starting with its early days as Bytown to Ottawa as it is today. Tours are offered in daily, with audio guides in six different languages. The ..

Canada's Supreme Court occupies a building with green roofs overlooking the Ottawa River. The court itself consists of nine judges, five of whom constitute a quorum. Visitors can listen to a hearing of an appeal if the court is in session, and see th..

Founded and affiliated with the National Gallery of Canada in 1985, this museum actually has roots back to the 1940s. In order to acquire its collection, the museum assigned photographers to document the country, from its people to its natural resour..

Titled The Reconciliation, the monument, which was dedicated in 1992, features two male and one female bronze figures in military dress. They look toward a grove, the symbol of peace, their backs to the detritus of war lying between converging granit..