From humble beginnings in 1800 as a lumber camp, Ottawa, Ontario, grew to become the vibrant, multicultural capital of Canada. Ottawa is a bilingual city, reflecting its French and English heritage.

Plan a summer trip to Ottawa where family friendly museums, outdoor activities, and national landmarks make Canada’s capital a top destination for all ages. ByMiriam Porter, Contributor. Forbes ...

Much like the U.S. capital, Ottawa boasts a diverse and top-notch dining scene that caters to everyone from policy-making politicos to camera-wielding tourists. Since it's located across the Ottawa ...

Snaking its way through the center of Ottawa, the Rideau Canal is one of the city's most historic attractions. This 125-mile waterway was originally constructed between 1826 and 1832 to create a ...

Parliament Hill along the banks of the Rideau Canal in Ottawa Ontario. Parliament Hill is home to Canada's federal government and is the centrepiece of Ottawa’s downtown landscape. Ottawa is known for ...

It may be Canada’s political powerhouse, but under the surface Ottawa is simmering with vibrancy and adventure. Strike beyond the typical tourist route surrounding Parliament Hill and you’ll find ...

The Bytown Museum is housed in Ottawa's oldest stone building. It's located beside the Rideau Canal locks, at the intersection of the Ottawa River. The building that houses the Bytown Museum was a tr ...

National Geographic Traveler columnist Heather Greenwood Davis is the magazine’s family travel advocate, guru, and soothsayer. Here’s her latest advice: Reader Question: We want to take our grandkids ...