Parks and gardens in Ottawa

Ottawa’s green spaces range from the ceremonial Confederation Square to the historic grounds of Rideau Hall, the Governor General's residence. Major’s Hill Park and Confederation Park provide central retreats with views of the Rideau Canal, while Nepean Point offers panoramic river vistas. The collection includes the Dominion Arboretum’s extensive tree species and the symbolic Garden of the Provinces and Territories. Further from the core, Jacques Cartier Park and Strathcona Park offer scenic waterfront paths, and Chaudière Falls showcases the city’s impressive natural cascades.