Recommended Neighbourhoods to explore include: Bank St. In The Glebe, Elgin St, Byward Market, Parliament and The Locks/Canal. TOP RECOMMENDATION: Alamonte Bridge Street - tons of local shops and eateries to explore!
For the Autumn, Gatineau Park is at the TOP of the list recommendation from Sam for this time of year. Tons of amazing hikes and scenery to enjoy the fall colours. This may only be accesible if you have access to / have rented a car. Other Parks to explore: Arboretum & Manor Hill
Canadian Museum of Nature, Canadian Museum of History and The National Art Gallery
Check out these local spots for the best bevvys and night out! In Ottawa: Stolen Goods, Dominion City, Sparks Beer, Natural History, Ward 14, Lieutenant's Pump, The Manx In Alamonte / Carleton Place: Almonte Cows (great cocktails), Staulwartz, Braumister, Basecamp (Alamonte) and Vodkow (a local vodka distillery)
Excellent place to grab a coffee while you explore. There are locations on Elgin St. , on Bank St. in The Glebe and Queen St.
Natural wine selection and upscale dining in a nice setting
A rustic, nostalgic and funky place that serves up seafood and oysters. There is also a location on Elgin Street if you find yourself exploring that neighbourhood
Great place for tacos and cocktails! There is also a location on Elgin Street.
Datsun for Asian cuisine & cocktails, Shawarma Palace or Shawarma al-moun for a quick bite, and finally for pizza try Farinella, Heartbreakers, Schoolhouse or Anthony's. FOR BRUNCH: Check out Jax, Dukes, Chesterfield Gastropub, The Third or Wild & Ada's
Award Winning Chocolate with a cafe and bakery to enjoy!
Great spot to grab a coffee in Carleton Place the morning of or the morning after!
Excellent Bakery!
A small town restaurant with amazing farm to table eats.
If your in Carleton Place on Thursday night - head here for Karaoke night! They also do brunch for the morning after :)
Excellent spot in Carleton Place for live music (typically on Fridays) eats and a pint.
The best spot for late night drinking eats! Cash or cheque ONLY!