Hidden gems - Zoos & Aquariums in Ottawa, Canada not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: Zoos & Aquariums in Ottawa

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Ottawa. This list contains 61 places from Zoos & Aquariums category.

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Ottawa Blooms

Florist

👍👍 Unbelievable!! I called instead of ordering online and told Mach I needed something special for my anniversary coming up... and she delivered. Mach had created a fantastic bouquet for my 10th anniversary... my wife was blown away and floored at the selection of flowers, style and creative way they...

5.00 (88 reviews) (~28.57 km from centre)

Pattes et Griffes

Pet store

Pet store offering a wide range of food & accessories for dogs, cats, birds, fish & rodents.

5.00 (41 reviews) (~40.52 km from centre)

Rays Reptiles

Museum

👍👍 We booked in to the VIP sloth experience and it exceeded expectations. Tyler was a brilliant guide and we really appreciated him sharing his knowledge and stories. Incredible too to visit the centre when it is closed to the public and have such a quiet calm couple of hours. We will remember our trip...

5.00 (15 reviews) (~54.07 km from centre)

Beauté Santé Sur Pattes

Pet groomer

👍👍 Very friendly staff, extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. I was able to get a last-minute appointment for my new foster dog Elvis who was treated like a king. Thank you we will be back ❤️ Edited to add a picture of my dog‘s first haircut! He is sooo soft. He was nervous when he arrived but th...

4.90 (112 reviews) (~31.93 km from centre)

Flowers By Maggie

Florist

👍👍 Since my regular florist closed down, I searched for a new one and was recommended to check Maggie’s out. I Ordered and had a bouquet of roses with calla lily flowers delivered to my spouse for an anniversary. Called and was given a price that was comparable to other suppliers. Very pleasant on the...

4.90 (104 reviews) (~24.93 km from centre)

Courges & Cie

Pick your own farm produce

👍👍 We visited for the first time today and were able to pick out a pumpkin from the field and also tried their delicious squash fries. This will probably become a yearly tradition for us!

4.90 (101 reviews) (~46.31 km from centre)

Rush Hour Escapes Cornwall

Escape room center

👍👍 The Staff is VERY friendly. I will be returning when new rooms are created. Lots of fun, highly recommend.

4.90 (86 reviews) (~97.12 km from centre)

Sultan Sanctuary Farm

Farm

👍👍 Beautiful spot from generous family that own the farm. Bring donation for the cash box and also visit the online donation area to help them out with this FREE activity

4.90 (45 reviews) (~5.49 km from centre)

Zoo Crew

Pet trainer

4.90 (40 reviews) (~27.19 km from centre)

Ferme U-Nick Stables

Horse boarding stable

👍👍 Best place ever! She puts pride into teaching us. She tought my sister and I to ride better then ever! Her lessons are a great experience to us the way she teaches us how to ride has improved are riding techniques by alot. So I would like to thank Nicole for all the good opportunities that she has g...

4.90 (19 reviews) (~31.22 km from centre)

Scrim's Florist

Florist

Venerable, spacious shop offering floral arrangements & potted plants for special occasions.

4.80 (136 reviews) (~32.28 km from centre)

OTTAWA LED

Lighting store

👍👍 Nice led strip lights. Durable components. Excellent service. Nicely structured website, easy to navigate.

4.80 (58 reviews) (~21.49 km from centre)

Universe Moving

Moving company

👍👍 My first time using these guys, they moved a huge 600lbs aquarium from Orleans to Greely. They showed up on time, were very organized and methodical for a difficult job. No issues whatsoever and I would use them again.

4.80 (52 reviews) (~21.23 km from centre)

Rubin's Paint

Paint store

👍👍 Fantastic customer service. They beat any other paint store in terms of customer experience by far.

4.80 (48 reviews) (~30.02 km from centre)

Ottawa's Grocer

Produce market

👍👍 Always good and friendly service. They offer fresh fruits, veggies, dairy, bakery, frozen foods, deli and the meat is amazing. You choose when you want your order delivered. They always email me to give me an approximate time of delivery. Ottawa's Grocer gives great weekly sales to their customers...

4.80 (45 reviews) (~29.82 km from centre)

Le Migrateur Garden Center

Garden center

👍👍 'Been buying our annuals here for many many years. Great little family run nursery. Knowledgable staff. Good prices. Our first stop each year.

4.80 (39 reviews) (~58.84 km from centre)

Historic SDG Jail

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Quite possibly the most "entertaining" jail-turned-museum I visited within 300km radius! Our tour guide did an amazing job presenting its history along with any anecdotes or fun facts. Great sense of humour whenever the opportunities. Better yet, we visitors are strongly encouraged to pose for pictu...

4.80 (35 reviews) (~97.14 km from centre)

Natural Heritage Campus, Canadian Museum of Nature

Museum

👍 Love the annual open house! An amazing experience and opportunity.

4.80 (24 reviews) (~30.27 km from centre)

RainSoft of Ottawa - Eternally Pure Water Systems, INC

Water softening equipment supplier

👍👍 Great people, great service and great product. We just moved in to our new home and had issues with our well water. We chose Rainsoft because of all the great reviews and recommendations online. Martin, owner of the Ottawa distribution company, was the person who came out to test our water. He was f...

4.80 (22 reviews) (~41.25 km from centre)

Waupoos Family Farm

Charity

👍 I like the place. Beautiful property.

4.80 (17 reviews) (~26.82 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Zoos & Aquariums in Ottawa, Canada