Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Ottawa

Name: Garden of the Provinces and Territories
Address: 395 Wellington St, Ottawa, K1A 0N4, Canada

#88 among attractions in Ottawa

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Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Ottawa

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The Garden of the Provinces and Territories is a 4-acre site along Confederation Boulevard in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada's capital city. It is bounded by the Sparks Street escarpment on the south, Wellington Street on the west and north, and Bay Street to the east between Christ Church Cathedral and the Library and Archives Canada. It was officially opened on September 25, 1962, as a western gateway to the Parliament Buildings. The park was renamed from "Garden of the Provinces" on October 6, 2005 to recognize and include Canada's three territories. Scott Brison, then the Minister of Public Works and Government Services Canada, officially renamed the park. ()

Opened: 25 September 1962 (62 years ago)Elevation: 233 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 45°25'7"N, 75°42'28"W

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395 Wellington StDowntown OttawaOttawa K1A 0N4 Canada

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Garden of the Provinces and Territories – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Gallery of Canada, Canadian War Museum, Barrymore's, Chaudière Falls.

0.9 miNE
Art museum with many Canadian works
National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa
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0.4 miW
Exhibits on Canadian military history
Canadian War Museum, Ottawa
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0.7 miSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Barrymore's, Ottawa
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~1450 ftNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Park
Chaudière Falls, Ottawa
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0.7 miNE
Cycling, Bike path, Park
Capital Pathway, Ottawa
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0.8 miNE
Park, Lookout, Theater
Nepean Point, Ottawa
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0.7 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
National Arts Centre, Ottawa
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canada's capital, the National Arts Centre (NAC) stands as a beacon of cultural excellence and a premier destination for the performing arts in Ottawa. The NAC is not just a theater; it's an architectural gem and a hub for music, dance,...
~1780 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
The Bank of Canada Museum, Ottawa
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~1940 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St Patrick's Basilica, Ottawa
10 min walk • St. Patrick's Basilica, a splendid example of Gothic Revival architecture, stands proudly in the heart of Ottawa, Canada. This significant church, dedicated to the patron saint of Ireland, is not only a place of worship but also a historical landmark that has witnessed...
~370 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa
2 min walk • Christ Church Cathedral is the Anglican cathedral in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The church is located at 414 Sparks Street in the northwest section of the city's downtown at the western end of Sparks Street on top of a promontory looking down to the Ottawa River.
~1150 ftNE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Ottawa
6 min walk • St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church is the oldest Presbyterian church in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Garden of the Provinces and Territories?

Nearby attractions include St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Ottawa (1 min walk), Memorial to the Victims of Communism – Canada, Ottawa (2 min walk), The Secret Bench of Knowledge, Ottawa (2 min walk), Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa (2 min walk).

How to get to Garden of the Provinces and Territories by public transport?

The nearest stations to Garden of the Provinces and Territories:

Bus

Wellington / Bay • Lines: 15, 17 (2 min walk)
Wellington / Lyon • Lines: 11, 15, 17, 400 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Lyon B • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Lyon A • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)