Mostly Cloudy and 3 C

There are many things to do in Ottawa in the summer. There are about 15 museums to visit, you can go on a tour of parliament for free (be sure to go up the Peace Tower and get a good view of Ottawa), visit the National Art Gallery, walk along the Rideau Canal (the world’s largest skating rink in the winter), visit the prime minister’s house (Stephen Harper is his name), go to a movie at the independent Bytowne Cinema, shop in the Byward Market for fresh fruits in the day and return later for some lively nightlife. For a list of Ottawa’s various festivals, visit www.ottawafestivals.ca. Of course, you can just take it easy at the Ottawa Backpackers Inn and surf the Internet (free wireless) or enjoy a free cup of coffee or tea with the hostel staff and fellow travellers.

Please note higher prices below for holidays or special events: Victoria Day Weekend (May 20, 21. 22); Ottawa Marathon (May 28); Canada Day Weekend (June 30, July 1st and July 2nd); Civic Holiday (July 29, 30, 31); Labour Day Weekend (September 2,3,4).   

Dormitory: $30 | Semi Private: $60 | Private Single: $75  | Private Double / Twin: $90 | Private Triple: $120 | Private Quad: $150 | Private Six: $240 | (All prices include tax)

Please note if you have any serious allergy: We have a cat living in the hostel.