Ottawa Holidays
CanadaUnique as a North American capital, Ottawa is bilingual. English is the first language of a majority of the population, but French is the first language of a significant number. Staff in most stores and restaurants speak both well and, in general, bilingualism is common. Ottawa is home to many …
How to get to Ottawa
Here's what you need to know about getting to Ottawa. You can see the cheapest month to fly and a snapshot of flight prices for the following month. Also, don't forget to factor in your travelling time - the typical flight from London Heathrow to Ottawa takes 6 hours, 45 minutes.
When to go to Ottawa
Typical Holiday Price
£1053 per person
The average price of hotels and apartments in Ottawa varies according to the time of year. To help you plan when to go, we've looked at the hotels available on our site, then worked out the average price per night for the quietest and the busiest months.
Cheapest Month to Visit
May
Based on a typical 1 week holiday - adding together the cost of flights and accommodation - May is the cheapest month to go to Ottawa.
Where to stay in Ottawa
Whatever your travelling style, we can help find you the perfect place to stay. From luxurious hotels to practical apartments, these are our most popular places in Ottawa, according to other travellers.
Things to see and do in Ottawa
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Parliament Hill
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Rideau Canal
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ByWard Market
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National Gallery of Canada
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Gatineau Park
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Canadian War Museum
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Major's Hill Park
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Canadian Museum of Nature
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National Arts Centre
A wonderful city with great historical buildings and plenty of family activities. The big draw back here is the lack of evening entertainment. The city seems to go to sleep very early.
First time visiting Ottawa! People are so friendly here. Visiting the art gallery downtown and it was amazing!
As Canada's national capital, Ottawa enjoys a lot of activities and amenities for a small city. The smaller size also makes it easy to get around.
As a whole, Ottawa is not exciting. But as a government city, it's not supposed to be. Come here for the parliament, Canadian history, and business, and to practice your French -- if you want true excitement, head to Toronto. I was visiting for a conference myself, and noticed the lack of life during my time there. I would come back though.