Vibe
Pace
A bit of everything — the default weekend rhythm.
Length · 3 days
From a quick day out to a full month — drag the slider for any length 1–30.
✨ Classic 48 Hours · Balanced pace · 3 days
A weekend escape to Ottawa
The greatest hits — outdoors, food, culture and a night out.
Friday
- Evening
El Camino
Mexican street · $$ · ElginOpen the weekend here — Tacos and mezcal, basement vibes.
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Saturday
- MorningGatineau ParkOutdoors · Gatineau
Lakes, 165 km of trails, peak fall colour.
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Riviera
Modern Canadian · $$$ · DowntownOld bank turned glittery brasserie.
Find on Google Maps → - AfternoonNational GalleryCulture · ByWard
Giant spider out front, Group of Seven inside.
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Atelier
Molecular tasting · $$$$ · Hintonburg44 surprise courses — Ottawa's most experimental.
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Sunday
- MorningCommissioners Park TulipsOutdoors · Dows Lake
300,000 tulips peak mid-May.
Find on Google Maps → - AfternoonByWard MarketFood & Drink · ByWard
BeaverTails, farmers stalls and late-night patios.
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