Governor General's Foot Guards, Ottawa

#170 among attractions in Ottawa

Museum, Military museum

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Facts and practical information

The Governor General's Foot Guards is the senior reserve infantry regiment in the Canadian Army. Located in Ottawa at the Cartier Square Drill Hall, the regiment is a Primary Reserve infantry unit: the members are part-time soldiers. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°25'17"N, 75°41'20"W

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Downtown OttawaOttawa Canada

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Day trips

Governor General's Foot Guards – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rideau Centre, Confederation Park, Ogilvy's, National Arts Centre.

~1780 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Rideau Centre, Ottawa
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Ottawa, the Rideau Centre stands as a premier shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. This bustling shopping centre, conveniently located steps away from the historic Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill, offers a blend of...
~810 ftNW
Park, Lookout, Fountain
Confederation Park, Ottawa
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canada's capital, Confederation Park is a serene oasis amidst the bustling streets of Ottawa. Known for its lush landscapes and tranquil atmosphere, the park provides a welcome respite for both locals and tourists seeking a moment of reprieve...
~1860 ftN
Shopping, Department store
Ogilvy's, Ottawa
9 min walk • Ogilvy's, once a landmark department store in Ottawa, Canada, has represented a significant chapter in the city's retail history. Established in 1887 by Charles Ogilvy, the store expanded from a small dry goods shop to a distinguished department store known for its...
~1440 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
National Arts Centre, Ottawa
7 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,...
~1490 ftN
Museum, Art museum
Ottawa Art Gallery, Ottawa
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canada's capital, the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) stands as a cultural beacon for art aficionados and casual visitors alike. This premier art gallery, located in Ottawa, Ontario, offers a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Canadian...
~1250 ftNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Convention center
Shaw Centre, Ottawa
7 min walk • The Shaw Centre is a convention centre located in the downtown core of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It opened in April 2011. The Centre replaces the Ottawa Congress Centre, which opened in 1983 and is built on the site of the Ottawa Congress Centre building which was demolished in 2008-2009.
~1140 ftE
Bridge
Corktown Footbridge, Ottawa
6 min walk • The Corktown Footbridge is a pedestrian footbridge over the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The 70-metre bridge is located about 400m south of the Laurier Avenue Bridge and connects the University of Ottawa campus with the Golden Triangle neighbourhood.
~1080 ftW
Memorial
National Aboriginal Veterans Monument, Ottawa
6 min walk • The National Aboriginal Veterans Monument is a war monument in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada that commemorates the contributions of all Aboriginal peoples in war and peacekeeping operations from World War I to the present.
~440 ftNW
Bridge
Laurier Avenue Bridge, Ottawa
3 min walk • The Laurier Avenue Bridge is a bridge in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It carries Laurier Avenue over the Rideau Canal and also Colonel By Drive and Queen Elizabeth Driveway. The green steel arches makes the bridge one of the most recognizable in Ottawa.
~1710 ftNE
Church
St. Joseph, Ottawa
9 min walk • St. Joseph's Parish is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is an Anglophone congregation located very near its partner parish, the Francophone Église Sacré-Cœur.
~380 ftSW
Postmodern architecture, City hall, Civic center
Ottawa City Hall, Ottawa
2 min walk • The current Ottawa City Hall is the city hall of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The downtown complex consists of two connected buildings: a modern wing located on Laurier Avenue and a 19th-century heritage wing located on Elgin Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Governor General's Foot Guards?

Nearby attractions include The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa, Ottawa (1 min walk), Ottawa City Hall, Ottawa (2 min walk), Laurier Avenue Bridge, Ottawa (3 min walk), Major-General George R Pearkes Building, Ottawa (4 min walk).

How to get to Governor General's Foot Guards by public transport?

The nearest stations to Governor General's Foot Guards:

Bus

Elgin / Laurier W • Lines: 114, 14, 5 (5 min walk)
Mackenzie King 1A • Lines: 16, 19 (5 min walk)

Light rail

UOttawa O-Train East/Est • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)
Rideau O-Train West/Ouest • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)