A 1 km floating boardwalk carries you over a 7,700-year-old sphagnum peat bog - a sub-arctic boreal ecosystem stranded near the city, home to carnivorous plants, spring peepers and migrating birds. Nothing else near Ottawa feels this primordial.
55 hand-picked things to do in Ottawa, Canada — 14 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip. Updated July 2026.
Parliament Hill Guided Tour, Skating the Rideau Canal Skateway, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica are among the 14 completely free activities in our Ottawa list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
Our 55 hand-picked Ottawa activities range from free up to about $185 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated July 2026.
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