Parks & gardens
Major's Hill Park
Major's Hill Park
Located in downtown Ottawa, this public park is situated on a hill where the Rideau Canal meets the Ottawa River. Visitors go here for the views of Parliament Hill across the canal and its proximity to several major cultural sites. It serves as a central walking point between the city's administrative center and its commercial districts.
Getting There
The park is located within the city centre. It is accessible by foot from most downtown hotels and the ByWard Market. Depending on your starting point in the core, walking typically takes between 5 and 15 minutes.
Duration of Visit
Most visitors spend between 30 minutes and one hour here, depending on whether they are passing through to another attraction or stopping to observe the landscape.
When to Visit
The park is open year-round, though the scenery changes significantly between the summer greenery and the winter snow. It can get crowded during the summer months and during national holidays. Early morning or late afternoon visits avoid the peak midday crowds.
Nearby Attractions
Because of its central location, the park can be combined with several nearby sites within short walking distances:
- Peacekeeping Monument: 0.2km
- National Gallery of Canada: 0.2km
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica: 0.3km
- Peace Tower: 0.3km
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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