Central Experimental Farm, Ottawa

Name: Central Experimental Farm
Address: 930 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, Canada

#202 among attractions in Ottawa

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The Central Experimental Farm, commonly known as the Experimental Farm, is an agricultural facility, working farm, and research centre of the Science and Technology Branch, formerly the Research Branch, of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. As the name indicates, this farm is centrally located in and now surrounded by the City of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The 4 square kilometres farm is a National Historic Site of Canada and most buildings are protected and preserved as heritage buildings. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1886 (138 years ago)Area: 1.54 mi²Coordinates: 45°23'3"N, 75°42'52"W

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930 Carling AvenueCentral Experimental FarmOttawa Canada

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Central Experimental Farm – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hog's Back Falls, Dow's Lake, Dominion Arboretum, St. George's Parish.

1.3 miSE
Natural attraction, Waterfall, Park
Hog's Back Falls, Ottawa
32 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Ottawa, Hog's Back Falls, also known as the Prince of Wales Falls, presents a natural oasis that contrasts the urban landscape. This majestic waterfall is part of the Rideau River, which flows through the heart of Canada's capital.
0.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Dow's Lake, Ottawa
24 min walk • Dow's Lake, a serene oasis nestled within the bustling city of Ottawa, Canada, is a cherished urban getaway that offers an array of recreational activities throughout the year. This man-made lake, situated along the Rideau Canal, is a hub for both locals and tourists...
0.7 miNE
Park, Botanical garden, Farm
Dominion Arboretum, Ottawa
17 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Canada's capital, the Dominion Arboretum offers a serene escape from the urban hustle of Ottawa. Spanning over 26 hectares of rolling land, this lush park is a verdant tapestry of over 2,000 varieties of trees and shrubs.
1.5 miNW
Church
St. George's Parish, Ottawa
38 min walk • St. George's Parish, nestled in the heart of Canada's capital, Ottawa, is a spiritual and architectural landmark with a storied history. This Anglican church, dedicated to Saint George, the patron saint of England, has been a place of worship and community gathering...
1.1 miNE
Memorial, Park
Commissioners Park, Ottawa
28 min walk • Commissioners Park in Ottawa, Canada, is a serene oasis of natural beauty and a living memorial that blooms each spring with the vibrant colors of thousands of tulips. This picturesque park, located along the Rideau Canal, is a centerpiece for the annual Canadian Tulip...
0.9 miE
Universities and schools
Carleton University Art Gallery, Ottawa
23 min walk • The Carleton Place Canadians are a junior ice hockey team based in Carleton Place, Ontario Canada. The Canadians are members of the Central Canada Hockey League and Canadian Junior Hockey League, and as such are eligible for the Eastern Canadian Fred Page Cup championship and Royal Bank Cup National championship.
0.4 miNE
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Ornamental Gardens, Ottawa
12 min walk • The Ornamental Gardens are located at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Once used as a test facility for the development of winter hardy roses, weigela and peonies, it now acts as the steward to several large collections of ornamentals.
1 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westgate Shopping Centre, Ottawa
27 min walk • Westgate Shopping Centre is a small scale shopping centre in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is located southwest of downtown, bordering Carling Avenue, Merivale Road, and Highway 417, owned by RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust.
~1710 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Canada Agriculture Museum, Ottawa
9 min walk • The Canada Agriculture and Food Museum is a national agricultural museum in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Occupying several buildings within the Central Experimental Farm, the museum operates as a "working farm," and provides public programs and exhibitions on agriculture sciences, and on the history of agriculture in Canada.
0.9 miSE
Bridge
Heron Road, Ottawa
23 min walk • The Heron Road Workers Memorial Bridge is a bridge in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It connects Baseline Road to Heron Road and allows east-west traffic to cross both the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal just south of Carleton University.
0.8 miSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine, Ottawa
20 min walk • St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine is a prominent Ukrainian Catholic church in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Central Experimental Farm?

Nearby attractions include Canada Agriculture Museum, Ottawa (9 min walk), Ornamental Gardens, Ottawa (12 min walk), Rideauview Terrace, Ottawa (16 min walk), Dominion Arboretum, Ottawa (17 min walk).

How to get to Central Experimental Farm by public transport?

The nearest stations to Central Experimental Farm:

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Fisher / Emperor • Lines: 86, 89 (11 min walk)