Chief William Commanda Bridge, Ottawa

Name: Chief William Commanda Bridge
Address: Ottawa, Canada

#82 among attractions in Ottawa

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The Chief William Commanda Bridge, formerly the Prince of Wales Bridge, is a disused rail bridge in Canada, which spans the Ottawa River between Ottawa, Ontario and Gatineau, Quebec. It connected with the Bytown and Prescott Railway line just west of Lebreton Flats, and crosses the south channel of the river to Lemieux Island at the edge of Nepean Bay; it then continues across the northern channel into Quebec. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1880 (144 years ago)Coordinates: 45°24'46"N, 75°43'34"W

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Chief William Commanda Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Canadian War Museum, Chaudière Falls, Christ Church Cathedral, Plant Bath.

0.6 miNE
Exhibits on Canadian military history
Canadian War Museum, Ottawa
15 min walk • The Canadian War Museum, located in the heart of Ottawa, stands as a poignant tribute to Canada's military history. This modern facility, with its striking architecture, was opened in May 2005 and offers a comprehensive overview of Canada's involvement in armed...
0.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Park
Chaudière Falls, Ottawa
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canada's capital city, Ottawa, the Chaudière Falls is a natural spectacle and a site of historical significance. Once a sacred meeting place for Indigenous peoples, the waterfall has a rich heritage that predates European settlement.
0.9 miE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa
24 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.
0.7 miSE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Baths
Plant Bath, Ottawa
17 min walk • The Plant Bath is a historical bath in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It was built along with the Champagne Bath in 1924 to try to improve the hygiene and well-being of the city's lower classes. It was named after Frank H. Plant, then mayor of Ottawa. It is located at 930 Somerset Street West at the intersection with Preston Street.
0.7 miNE
Bridge
Chaudière Bridge, Ottawa
18 min walk • The Chaudière Bridge crosses the Ottawa River about 1 km west of Parliament Hill, joining the communities of Gatineau, Quebec and Ottawa, Ontario, linking Rue Eddy in the Hull sector of Gatineau and Booth Street in Ottawa.
1 miNE
Park, Garden
Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Ottawa
25 min walk • The Garden of the Provinces and Territories is a 4-acre site along Confederation Boulevard in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada's capital city.
0.9 miNE
Bridge
Portage Bridge, Ottawa
22 min walk • The Portage Bridge crosses the Ottawa River just down-river from the Chaudière Bridge, joining the communities of Gatineau, Quebec and Ottawa, Ontario.
0.9 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Théâtre de l'Île, Gatineau
23 min walk • The Théâtre de l'Île is a small municipally run theatre in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. It is located on a small island at the southern end of the Ruisseau de la Brasserie, a small river running just to the west of Montcalm Street in the former city of Hull.
0.9 miE
Cliff
Nanny Goat Hill, Ottawa
22 min walk • Nanny Goat Hill is a hill located on the west side of Downtown Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The hill is characterized by an escarpment that forms the north-western side of the hill, overlooking LeBreton Flats.
0.9 miNE
Memorial
Royal Canadian Navy Monument, Ottawa
25 min walk • The Royal Canadian Navy Monument is a small memorial park located at Richmond Landing, next to the Ottawa River in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It commemorates the men and women who have served or are currently serving in the Royal Canadian Navy.
1 miE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Performing arts
Bronson Centre, Ottawa
25 min walk • The Bronson Centre is a community facility in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, which provides office and meeting facilities for non-profit organizations. It is located at 211 Bronson Avenue, on the western edge of the city's downtown core.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chief William Commanda Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Protection of the Holy Virgin Memorial Church, Ottawa (11 min walk), Mechanicsville, Ottawa (11 min walk), Hintonburg, Ottawa (12 min walk), Orange Art Gallery, Ottawa (14 min walk).

How to get to Chief William Commanda Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chief William Commanda Bridge:

Light rail

Bayview O-Train West/Ouest • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Pimisi O-Train East/Est • Lines: 1 (16 min walk)

Bus

Bayview A • Lines: 16, 2, 66 (9 min walk)
Bayview 1A • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)