{"id":15636,"date":"2022-01-12T12:40:17","date_gmt":"2022-01-12T12:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/?p=15636"},"modified":"2022-01-12T12:40:19","modified_gmt":"2022-01-12T12:40:19","slug":"ottawa-more-to-the-canadian-capital-than-meets-the-eye","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/ottawa-more-to-the-canadian-capital-than-meets-the-eye\/","title":{"rendered":"Ottawa \u2013 More to the Canadian Capital Than Meets the Eye"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Urban and rural beauty are at the centre of Ottawa\u2019s allure. Canada\u2019s capital city may not be your first port of call, but perhaps it should be. With a wealth of places to keep you interested, year-round activities, despite the cold winter weather, and a dynamic culinary scene. There\u2019s more to Ottawa than just being the capital.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spend a few days here and you\u2019ll soon discover why. You have the places that represent the seats of power, many of the country\u2019s national museums and many cultural influences. For a city that sits between more prominent neighbours (Toronto<\/a> and Montreal), there is much to stay here for. Let\u2019s make it a 2 or 3 day stay, so we can get under this city\u2019s skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Day 1: Mix it up<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Your introduction to the city should start with getting your bearings, sorting out the best bits you want to dive deeper into. Take a hop on hop off bus tour<\/a>, for example, or just wander. Either is a perfect way to explore the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On your way, you\u2019ll see, among others, Parliament Hill <\/a>and the official residence of the Prime Minister of Canada, and the Senate of Canada. You\u2019ll see why Ottawa is the capital after checking out these places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re up for a tour<\/a>, then Ottawa offers special walks and boat trips. Each will give you a different take on the city. And then, to finish the day, take a walk along the Rideau Canal. You can reflect on all you’ve seen and look forward to the next day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Day 2: A museum or two<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If yesterday was all about discovering the city vibe, then today is to delve into the country\u2019s rich history. Ottawa boasts many of the national museums, so you\u2019re not in short supply of top-rated places to wander. You can visit them all or take your pick from the following.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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