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Start your getaway in Ottawa at the Parliament Hill for a look at the majestic Parliament Buildings. Take a detour along scenic Sussex Drive to Rideau Hall. Spend the night on the Gatineau side of the river at the Four Points by Sheraton, and wake up ... 36 metres in the air! For a spectacular 360-degree view of the National Capital Region, cross the Ottawa River on the very first interprovincial zip line. Round out your stay with dinner at Le Cellier, a charming restaurant specializing in tartares and ceviches.
Discover the centre of Canadian democracy with one of four free visitor experiences! Take a guided tour of the Senate of Canada Building, a showpiece of Beaux-Arts architecture. Explore the House of Commons at West Block, a 19th-century building full of modern design. Or take an immersive multimedia journey into the main Parliament Building. In the summer, you can also visit East Block and discover life at Parliament in the 1870s. Visits are offered free of charge, but advance reservations are recommended.
Rideau Hall is the official home and workplace of the Governor General of Canada. This historic residence is just minutes away from downtown Ottawa. In summer, visitors can enjoy a variety of activities: guided tours of the residence, the landscaped grounds and the collection of Canadian art, relief of the Ceremonial Guard sentries and family activities. In winter, the outdoor skating rink is open to the public on weekends and you can also visit the residence upon reservation.
Located in downtown Gatineau, across the street from the Canadian Museum of History and within easy walking distance of the ByWard Market and the National Gallery of Canada, the hotel offers 201 spacious rooms including 7 suites all featuring the signature "Four Comfort" beds. Bottled water and high-speed Internet access are free in all guestrooms. Services on site: restaurant L'Ardoise for breakfast, fitness room and conference centre.
The only interprovincial zip line in the world, linking Ottawa to Gatineau. Soar over the Ottawa River more than 36 metres in the air and enjoy a spectacular 360° view of Ottawa’s Parliament Buildings, the iconic Chaudière Falls and Old Hull. With family or friends, your next outing this summer is the Interzip. Book your ticket and come zip over the Ottawa River!
Located in the heart of downtown Gatineau, Le Cellier invites you to enjoy a refined culinary experience inspired by traditional French cuisine. Enjoy delicately flavored tartars, incomparably fresh oysters, juicy meat dishes and seafood platters. Accompany every bite of your meal with a wine carefully selected from an impressive wine list. Two private rooms are available to host your events in elegant surroundings.