Ottawa city guide
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Ottawa is Canada's capital—Parliament Hill, museums, and the Rideau Canal skating path in winter.
Prices and cost of living in Ottawa
| Breakfast | CA$13.75 |
|---|---|
| Lunch | CA$25 |
| Dinner | CA$55 |
| Hotel night (budget) | CA$128 |
| Hotel night (mid-range) | CA$243 |
| Hotel night (upscale) | CA$428 |
| Gasoline (per liter) | CA$1.69 |
| Monthly transit pass | CA$135 |
| Rent, 1-bedroom (city centre) | CA$2,047 |
| Rent, 1-bedroom (outside centre) | CA$1,726 |
| Utilities (monthly) | CA$194 |
| Internet (monthly) | CA$72 |
| Average net salary (monthly) | CA$5,215 |
Prices in CAD, as of 2026-10-19. Source: Numbeo.
Things to see in Ottawa
- Parliament Hill
- Rideau Canal
- ByWard Market
- National Gallery
- Canadian War Museum
- Gatineau Park
Weather in Ottawa
| Spring (Mar–May) | 0–13 °C (32–55 °F) |
|---|---|
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | 14–26 °C (57–79 °F) |
| Autumn (Sep–Nov) | 4–14 °C (39–57 °F) |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | -14–-4 °C (7–25 °F) |
Typical temperatures (climate normals).
Live views on the map
- Ottawa City Live – Live camera view of Ottawa, Canada's capital. (view by Ottawa LIVE Camera)
- Parliament Hill – Planned view of Parliament Hill and the Peace Tower.
- ByWard Market – Planned street view of the ByWard Market district.
- Rideau Canal – Planned view of the Rideau Canal (UNESCO).
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