Major's Hill Park
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Major's Hill Park is a park in downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The park stands above the Rideau Canal at the point where it enters the Ottawa River.
attractions: Parliament Hill, CF Rideau Centre, Canadian Museum of History, National Gallery of Canada, The National War Memorial, Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa Marriott Hotel, The Westin Ottawa, Lord Elgin Hotel, Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market, by Hyatt, restaurants: Zak's Diner, JOEY Rideau, Level One Game Pub, The Grand Pizzeria and Bar, Gyubee Japanese Grill (Ottawa), Aulde Dubliner & Pour House - ByWard Market, Ottawa ON, Heart & Crown - ByWard Market, Bier Markt, 3 Brasseurs - Sparks, Masakali Indian Resto Bar
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Major's Hill Park is a park in downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The park stands above the Rideau Canal at the point where it enters the Ottawa River.
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Fireworks are lighting up the skies every Wed & Sat until August 20th 🎆 Here’s where to see them: 📍Major’s Hill Park - benches & space to lay down blankets or place folding chairs 📍Behind Supreme Court - a couple of benches 📍Canadian Museum of History grounds ($) - set seating, food trucks, and activities Note: riverside viewing is said to be prohibited this year so it’s best to visit one of the above viewing spots #ottawa #ottawaevents #downtownottawa #ottawasummer #majorshillpark #ottawafireworks #myottawa #exploreottawa #ottawatourism #loveottawa #visitottawa #ottawaphoto #ottawariver #ottawalife #fireworkshow #ottawacanada #ottcity #igersottawa
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The Ultimate Guide to Ottawa’s Tulip Festival 🌷 Back for its 71st year, the @cdntulipfest begins in just a few weeks! Be sure to save this guide for your visits… When is the festival? 🗓️ Official programming runs from May 12th to 22nd, but tulips may pop up sooner than this. Where can you see the tulips?🌷 • Commissioners Park at Dow’s Lake in Little Italy • Major’s Hill Park beside the Byward Market • Jacques Cartier Park in Gatineau What is there to do at Commissioners Park? 🌳 • Movies in the park daily from May 10 - 20 • Blacklight Boardwalk and Sound and Light Show daily at 9 pm • Tulip market daily from 10 am to 8 pm from May 10 - 20 • Drone show finale at 9:30 pm on May 19 • Kids Zones open daily • Little Italy photo walk Things to know 💭 • Admission is completely free for all sites. • Accessible parking and washrooms and free wheelchair rentals are offered at Commissioners Park. • A hop-on-hop-off shuttle is available for just $5 round-trip and takes you to all the city sites. Happy tulip-ing! ☀️ #ottawatulipfestival #tulipfestival #ottawaevents #visitottawa #exploreottawa #ottawatourism #dowslake #commissionerspark #majorshillpark #ottawaontario #ottawafestivals #flowerfestival #tulipfields #ontariotourism #ontariotravel #loveottawa #springfestival #ottawafun #ottawanature #littleitalyottawa #ottawatravel #ontarioadventures #yourstodiscover
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Major's Hill Park provides a nice view of the East Block of the Parliament Buildings, the Bytown museum, the Rideau canal and the Library of Parliament which is facing the Ottawa River. This Park was formerly named Colonel Hill Park after Lt Colonel John By. However, the name was changed to Major's Hill Park when Major Daniel Bolton replaced By in his governance's position. Major's Hill Park hosts lots of festivals and is especially popular during Canada day celebrations. In this park, there is a statue of Lieutenant Colonel John By who was the lead engineer responsible for the creation of the Rideau canal. In 1827 the newly developing site was named Bytown after Colonel By. Bytown's name changed to Ottawa in 1855. This Hill is owned by the indigenous Algonquin people. The Government of Canada's occupation of the land remains unratified by treaty agreement. If you like my reviews, photos or videos give them a thumbs up. Also why not ask the NCC to have the name of the park to either be changed back to Colonel Hill Park, or to Algonquin Chief Tessouat Hill. Who knows what Major Bolton did for Bytown other than live in By's old house on the Hill.
Seeing the world In a different waySeeing the world In a different way
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Beautiful park offering great views of Parliament Hill. Located only 5 minutes walking distance from Parliament Hill, this place offers a nice escape from the hustle and bustle of Ottawa's city center. Apart from lush green vegetation it features a lot of historical monuments, statues and interesting maps and also an unobstructed view of Parliament Hill and the Rideau river. The park has a lot of seating and relaxing areas as well as large green meadows for people to play games or have a picnic. It is clean, safe and very well maintained. Public toilets are located on the north side of the park close to the National Gallery of Canada (inside are free toilets as well). The park's location between Parliament Hill (in the southwest) and the National Gallery of Canada and Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica (in the northeast) makes it an ideal midpoint to take a leisurely break while touring the city. During our visit, we encountered local volunteer guides wearing blue uniforms who graciously offered valuable information, maps, and helpful tips about Ottawa, adding an extra touch of hospitality to our experience. Visited on a Monday, July 2023.
Pavel D.Pavel D.
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Major’s Hill Park is a gem in the heart of Ottawa, offering a serene escape from the bustling city life. The park’s well-maintained pathways are perfect for a leisurely stroll, with plenty of benches to sit and enjoy the views. The lush greenery, vibrant flowerbeds, and historical monuments make it a picturesque spot for photography. One of the highlights is the stunning view of the Parliament Buildings, the Rideau Canal, and the Ottawa River. It’s an ideal spot for a picnic with family or friends, and during the warmer months, you can often find various cultural and community events happening, adding to the lively atmosphere. The park’s proximity to other major attractions, like the ByWard Market and the National Gallery of Canada, makes it a convenient stop for tourists. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat, a place to exercise, or just somewhere to enjoy the beauty of Ottawa, Major’s Hill Park is definitely worth a visit.
Rahat AhmedRahat Ahmed
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A gorgeous park featuring some of the best lookouts in Ottawa, offering stunning views of the Ottawa Locks on the Rideau Canal, the Ottawa River and the Parliament Buildings. An exceptional site to see tulips blooming in the spring. Major’s Hill Park is the Capital’s first park, used as such since 1826, when the building of the Rideau Canal began. In 1867, fireworks and bonfires in the park marked the Capital’s first Canada Day celebrations. It was formally established as a park in 1875. A highly recommended spot if you are interested in taking a break in the shade from all the site seeing in Ottawa!! Very clean and well protected by police all around to keep you safe.
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Nearby Attractions Of Major's Hill Park
Parliament Hill
CF Rideau Centre
Canadian Museum of History
National Gallery of Canada
The National War Memorial
Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
The Westin Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel
Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market, by Hyatt
Parliament Hill
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CF Rideau Centre
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Canadian Museum of History
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National Gallery of Canada
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Nearby Restaurants Of Major's Hill Park
Zak's Diner
JOEY Rideau
Level One Game Pub
The Grand Pizzeria and Bar
Gyubee Japanese Grill (Ottawa)
Aulde Dubliner & Pour House - ByWard Market, Ottawa ON
Heart & Crown - ByWard Market
Bier Markt
3 Brasseurs - Sparks
Masakali Indian Resto Bar
Zak's Diner
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JOEY Rideau
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Level One Game Pub
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The Grand Pizzeria and Bar
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