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Ottawa on a Budget — Free & Cheap Weekend Plan

Free walks, cheap eats and the good stuff that doesn't cost anything.

Friday

  1. Evening

    El Camino

    Mexican street · $$ · Elgin

    Land soft: Tacos and mezcal, basement vibes.

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Saturday

  1. Morning
    Gatineau Park
    Outdoors · Gatineau

    Lakes, 165 km of trails, peak fall colour.

  2. Lunch

    Atelier

    Molecular tasting · $$$$ · Hintonburg

    44 surprise courses — Ottawa's most experimental.

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  3. Afternoon
    Rideau Canal
    Family · Centretown

    Pedal boats in summer, 7.8 km skate in winter.

  4. Evening

    Free night plan

    Grab a bottle, walk to a viewpoint or waterfront, and watch the city light up. Costs nothing.

Sunday

  1. Morning
    Commissioners Park Tulips
    Outdoors · Dows Lake

    300,000 tulips peak mid-May.

  2. Afternoon
    The Rec Room
    Family · Entertainment district

    Arcade, axe throwing, virtual sports and shareable plates — works rain, snow or shine.

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