Frommer's^® Ottawa, 3rd Edition

by James Hale

• ISBN13: 9780470840351
• ISBN10: 0470840358
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-03-01
• Publisher: Frommers

Summary

Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. The lowdown on how to get the most out of your stay in Canada's capital. Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not. Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip whatever your budget. Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.

Author Biography

James Hale (Kars, Ontario) is a regular contributor to DownBeat, the international jazz magazine based in Chicago, and writes frequently for Coda, Words & Music and The Ottawa Citizen. He is also the author of Ottawa Kids (0-921-91298-6; 1996).

Table of Contents

List of Maps

What's New in Ottawa

The Best of Ottawa

Frommer's Favorite Ottawa Experiences

Best Hotel Bets

Best Dinning Bets

Planning Your Trip to Ottawa

Visitor Information

Entry Requirements & Customs

Money The Canadian Dollar, the U.S. Dollar & the British Pound

When to Go. Ottawaa's Calendar of Events

Travel Insurance

Health & Safety

Specialized Travel Resources

Planning Your Trip Online Frommers com: The Complete Travel resource

The 21st-Century Traveler Online Traveler's Toolbox

Getting There Getting Through the Airport

Packages for the Independent Traveler Ask Before You Go

Escorted General-Interest Tours

Recommended Books Films & Music

Suggested Ottawa Itineraries

The Best of Ottawa in 1 Day

The Best of Ottawa in 2 Days

The Best of Ottawa in 3 Days

Getting to Know Ottawa

Orientation The Neighborhoods in Brief

Getting Around Fast Facts: Ottawa

Where to Stay

Downtown (West of the Canal)

Downtown (East of the Canal)

Sandy Hill

The Glebe

Near the Train Station

Ottawa West

Near the Airport

Ga Family Friendly Accommodations

Dining

Restaurants by Cuisine

Downtown (West of the Canal) Take It Away!

Downtown (East of the Canal) Sweet Temptations

The Glebe Coffee Break

Wellington Street West

Chinatown

Corso Italia (Preston Street)

Gatineau Ottawa's Finest

Exploring Ottawa

The Top Attractions Canada's Government: The Basics Centre Block History How Much Do You Know About Parliament Hill? All About the Mounties Green Thumbs Up

More Museums & Galleries

Heritage Attractions History of the ByWard market The Role of the Government General The Lives and Times of canada's PMs

Parks & Waterways

Organized Tours The Rideau Canal Skateway

Outdoor Pursuits The Terry Fox Statue: A Symbol of Hope and Courage Take Time for a Scenic Drive Sunday Bikedays

Spectator Sports The Trans Canada Trail

Especially for Kids

For Visitors with Special Interests

City Strolls Walking Tour 1: The National Landmarks Walking Tour 2: Centretown & the Unvie

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