Located in the heart of downtown Gatineau, Bistro CoqLicorne is a restaurant where, from breakfast to dinner, each dish seduces with its bold flavors and daring combinations. In summer, sit out on the lively terrace and enjoy the bustle of the neighborhood. In winter, take a seat in the intimate dining room. With its distinctive menu, Bistro CoqLicorne invites you to step off the beaten track and discover a cuisine that leaves no one indifferent. The establishment also offers gluten-free dishes.

Take an urban stroll through downtown Gatineau along the Downtown Gatineau’s Culture Trail, a public art trail that can be explored in summer and winter, day or night. Starting at the Canadian Museum of History, explore some 30 public artworks, art installations, and points of interest that bring the heart of downtown to life. During the summer season, free guided tours are offered on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. to help you discover the works and artists along the trail. A separate trail dedicated to murals is also available so you can continue the experience at your own pace.

Located in Gatineau, in the heart of Old Hull, Soif Bar à vin is a must-visit destination for lovers of fine dining and local cuisine. Enjoy a romantic date, an evening with friends, or a special occasion to discover award-winning cuisine that showcases seasonal ingredients and a wine list updated weekly, carefully curated by Véronique Rivest, an internationally renowned sommelier. In the summer, take a seat on the beautiful terrace to soak up the neighborhood’s lively atmosphere, then extend your evening by strolling through the streets of Old Hull, just steps away from the events, festivals, and shows that bring Gatineau’s downtown to life.

Housed in a scenic riverfront building designed by Indigenous architect Douglas Cardinal, the Museum is one of Canada’s most popular and offers spectacular venues for large to intimate banquets, cocktail receptions, conferences, meetings, concerts and more. Options include our majestic Grand Hall — with its large indoor collection of totem poles and house fronts — and the elegant circular Hub in our signature gallery, the Canadian History Hall. The Museum offers multiple event spaces, such as meeting rooms, a giant-screen cinema and a 503-seat theatre suitable for all kinds of events.

Located in the heart of downtown Gatineau, the Best Western PLUS Gatineau-Ottawa Hotel & Conference Centre enjoys a prime location near bike paths, museums, restaurants, and the main attractions of Gatineau and Ottawa. The hotel offers a breakfast buffet, 133 comfortable rooms and suites, and 3,500 square feet of meeting space that can accommodate up to 270 people with catering services. Whether for a business trip or a city getaway, it’s an ideal base from which to explore the region.