Best places in (Old) Ottawa

Discover the best places in (Old) Ottawa, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 1.4K places in the city.

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Opulence Coffee
Coffee roasters
👍👍 I love fresh strong but not bitter coffee. It’s harder to find that one would think. But I found it at Opulence Cafe. I make certain that I have the espresso blend at both my house and cottage. Worth ordering if cannot get there and I always travel with it. JP and his staff are very knowledgeable an...
5.00 (421 reviews)
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Subito Sandwich
Italian restaurant
👍 Great price for all that you get! The sandwich was huge and the bread was very fresh. Excellent ingredients. The cannoli was a good size. The staff were very friendly.
$ $$$
4.90 (692 reviews)
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Gyubee Japanese Grill (Ottawa)
Japanese restaurant
👍👍 I could not recommend this location more! We are new to this shared dating style, so we wanted to start with the best! The service was too notch & extremely quick. Our server was especially attentive knowing that we were a little unsure of how the process works. The beef, chicken, pork, ALL of it, c...
4.80 (2.5K reviews)
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Saffron Kabab Restaurant
Persian restaurant
👍👍 Amazing, fresh, and delicious food with amazing service. Went with a 7 person party with a reservation and it was well worth it. Would definitely come back again and recommend!
$$ $$
4.80 (2.4K reviews)
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Major's Hill Park
City park
Leafy city park offers striking river views, walking paths, seasonal events & gardens.
4.80 (2.2K reviews)
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Di Rienzo's Grocery
Charcuterie
👍👍 If I have an option for 10 stars, Di Rienzo’s definitely deserves 10 stars. Not only sandwiches but also pastas, pastries, salads, and delis are unbeatable. My review will never be enough to describe how good everything is, so please go try if you have not tried yet!
4.80 (1.7K reviews)
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Dominion Arboretum
Arboretum
Visitors can explore many gardens at the country's oldest arboretum, home to 10,000 kinds of plants.
4.80 (1.6K reviews)
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Bad Axe Throwing Ottawa
Event venue
👍👍 Tyler and Masou were great coaches. My group had a blast and we’ll be back.
4.80 (1.3K reviews)
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Chickpeas
Vegan restaurant
Simple, modern counter serve selling organic, vegetarian falafel wraps, salads & hummus dips.
$$ $$
4.80 (1K reviews)
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Supply and Demand
Restaurant
Stylish venue with an open kitchen, raw bar & rotating menu of creative, locally sourced cuisine.
$$$ $
4.80 (1K reviews)
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Ayla's Social Kitchen
Restaurant
Classy destination offering Mediterranean fusion dishes, plus wine & cocktails.
4.90 (436 reviews)
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Parliament Hill
Historical place
Grand, neo-Gothic complex hosting Canada's legislature, with artworks, lush grounds & tours.
4.70 (34.9K reviews)
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Canadian Museum of Nature / Musée canadien de la nature
Natural history museum
Natural history exhibits in a Scottish baronial-style building, with fossils, insects & dioramas.
4.70 (11.4K reviews)
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The Greek Souvlaki Shack
Greek restaurant
Small cafe specializing in Mediterranean classics such as skewers, pitas & salads with Greek beer.
$$ $$
4.80 (774 reviews)
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National Gallery of Canada
Art gallery
This spacious museum focused on Canadian art also has global artworks, 2 cafes & a seasonal lounge.
4.70 (8.3K reviews)
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Canadian War Museum
War museum
Set in a modern building, this museum is dedicated to documenting Canadian military history.
4.70 (8.2K reviews)
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Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Museum
Large musuem for aeronautical exhibits, including military & civilian aircraft, plus biplane rides.
4.70 (5.8K reviews)
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Sula Wok
Restaurant
🫤 Update: Tried it for the second time. The Pad See Ew tasted good but again there was just so much oil on the bottom of the container. The spinach dumplings were so-so and the salt&pepper tofu was super greasy and over-salted. Won’t be back. The eggplant dish tasted amazing, and the option of caulif...
$$ $$
4.80 (718 reviews)
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Rideau Canal National Historic Site
Historical landmark
Historic canal connecting the Ottawa River & Lake Ontario with ice skating & canoeing, plus trails.
4.70 (3.7K reviews)
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All Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
👍👍 Everything we’ve had from All Out Burger have been nothing short of terrific thus far, and we would happily go back in a heartbeat to try the rest of the items on their menu. P.S Make sure you try their SPICY CHICKEN BURGER! it’s my personal favourite.
4.80 (684 reviews)
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