Byward Market, where you'll find more than 120 places to eat and drink in four square blocks. Located further down the Ottawa River is the Canada
War Museum. It’s intriguing design with slightly angled floors and walls are meant to give one a feeling of dis- comfort. Te Hall of Remembrance displays the headstone of the Unknown Soldier from the First World War. Te stone is situated in such a way that the sunlight frames it every year on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. A spe- cial exhibit for 2017 explores the Battle of Vimy Ridge 100 years later, its effects and importance to Canada. End it all off with a walk across the living green roof which provides a magnificent view of the Peace Tower. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Arctic at the Canadian Museum of Nature through a multi- media new gallery that opened in June with the help of the National Film Board. Lights, imagery and sound are used to share the wonder of the Arctic’s history and people through themed displays that showcase its climate, geog- raphy, sustainability and ecosystems. ByWard Market
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Ottawa Locks, Rideau Canal. How to get there
Flight duration 2 hrs. 21 min.
21 flights per week with Air Canada and WestJet
John By in 1826, is one of Canada’s oldest and largest pub- lic markets, a local hotspot and major tourist attraction. Lt.-Col. By not only designed the layout of the market to include wide streets to accommodate the horse- drawn carriages, but was also a crucial figure in the building of the Rideau Canal. Te vibrant and ever captivating mar- ketplace is open seven days a week year- round and is a must see for couples, fami- lies or groups. Bordered by Sussex Drive, George Street, Cumberland Street and St. Patrick Street, it is a short walk from
downtown. Te ByWard Market building at 55 ByWard Market Square offers restaurants, shops, fresh fruits and vegetables. Summer is the best time to sit and enjoy the ambiance on one of the
Te ByWard Market, named after its founder Lt.-Col.
many outdoor patios. Buskers add to the atmosphere with their colourful antics or diverse song selections. You can browse the work of hundreds of local artisans on William and York or take in the colourful plants and flowers along George Street. Enjoy the entertaining buskers at the Wil- liam Street Mall, at George and ByWard, or York at By- Ward on the weekends. Tose looking for a pint should
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