11 Days Exploring Ottawa Itinerary

Begin your day with a visit to the National Gallery of Canada (Musée des Beaux-Arts du Canada). This gallery houses an impressive collection of Canadian and international art.

For lunch, head to Play Food & Wine, offering creative small plates perfect for sharing. Afterward, visit the Canadian Museum of History, located just across the river in Gatineau.

Dine at Riviera, an elegant restaurant known for its modern Canadian cuisine. End your evening with a stroll through Confederation Square.

Start your day with an adventure at Gatineau Park. This park offers beautiful hiking trails and scenic views.

Have lunch at North & Navy, which serves delicious Italian-inspired dishes. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing visit to Rideau Hall, the official residence of the Governor General of Canada.

For dinner, try Fauna, known for its innovative menu and cozy atmosphere. After dinner, consider taking part in an evening activity like the Ottawa Haunted Night Walking Tour.

Visit the fascinating exhibits at the Canadian War Museum. This museum provides deep insights into Canada's military history.

Lunch will be at The Whalesbone Oyster House, famous for its seafood dishes. Post-lunch, explore more history at the nearby Royal Canadian Mint where you can learn about coin production.

Dine at Ariana Kabob House for some flavorful Afghan cuisine. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Ottawa River with an activity like the Ottawa Rideau Canal Cruise.

Begin your day by visiting local galleries or artist studios in Preston Street (Little Italy). The area is rich in culture and creativity.

Have lunch at El Camino, known for its tacos and other Mexican delights. Then head over to explore more art at local galleries or studios in Little Italy.

Dinner will be at Gezellig, offering a diverse menu in a warm setting. Consider ending your night with some live music or entertainment in Little Italy.

'Museum Hopping' starts with a visit to  Canada Aviation and Space Museum. Discover Canada's aviation history through interactive exhibits.

'Museum Hopping' continues after lunch at Supply and Demand known for its seafood dishes; then head to Canadian Museum of Nature to explore natural history exhibits including dinosaurs!

'Museum Hopping' ends after dining out on burgers from The Works Gourmet Burger Bistro - Bank Street before catching an ice hockey game featuring Ottawa Senators!

'Outdoor Adventure' starts by renting bikes from 'RentABike' near downtown before exploring trails around Gatineau/Ottowa areas.

'Outdoor Adventure' continues after grabbing snacks/lunch from 'The Green Door Restaurant & Bakery', then heading towards 'Gatineau Park'.

'Outdoor Adventure' ends after having dinner out on sushi rolls from 'Sansotei Ramen', followed by enjoying nightlife around ByWard Market!

'Cultural Immersion’ starts by joining guided walking tours around historical landmarks such as Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica.

'Cultural Immersion’ continues after having lunch out on Mediterranean dishes served up inside ‘Shawarma Palace’, then heading towards National Gallery Of Art.

'Cultural Immersion’ ends after dining out on fusion cuisines offered up inside ‘Pure Kitchen Elgin Street’, followed by attending theatre performances held inside NAC (National Arts Centre).

'Historical Insights Part II’ starts off visiting Parliament Hill again but this time focusing upon guided tours explaining detailed histories behind structures found there.

'Historical Insights Part II’ continues post-lunch taken inside ‘Fauna’, then heading towards exploring various exhibits found within Canadian War Museums.

'Historical Insights Part II’ ends post-dinner taken inside ‘North And Navy’, followed closely watching light shows projected onto buildings surrounding Confederation Square!

'Relaxation And Leisure’ begins strolling leisurely alongside pathways bordering Rideau Canal early mornings before settling down breakfasts enjoyed inside cafes located nearby regions.

'Relaxation And Leisure’ continues post-lunch taken outside patios belonging restaurants situated along Elgin Streets offering panoramic views overlooking waterways flowing beneath bridges connecting cities together!

'Relaxation And Leisure’ concludes final dinners enjoyed within fine dining establishments scattered across downtown cores featuring multi-cuisine menus catering tastes preferences alike!

'Farewell To Ottowa’ begins packing belongings preparing departures scheduled later afternoons while reminiscing fond memories created during stays spent exploring vibrant cultures thriving amidst bustling streets forming backdrops picturesque landscapes stretching horizons beyond imaginations!