Corktown Footbridge, Ottawa

Name: Corktown Footbridge
Address: Somerset St W, Ottawa, Canada

#67 among attractions in Ottawa

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Facts and practical information

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. It was opened on 21 September 2006. ()

Coordinates: 45°25'14"N, 75°41'4"W

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Somerset St WSandy HillOttawa Canada

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Corktown Footbridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.5 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Rideau Centre, Ottawa
13 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...
~1950 ftW
Park, Lookout, Fountain
Confederation Park, Ottawa
10 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...
0.5 miNW
Shopping, Department store
Ogilvy's, Ottawa
13 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...
0.5 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
National Arts Centre, Ottawa
13 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,...
0.4 miNW
Museum, Art museum
Ottawa Art Gallery, Ottawa
10 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...
0.4 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Convention center
Shaw Centre, Ottawa
11 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.
0.4 miW
Memorial
National Aboriginal Veterans Monument, Ottawa
11 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.
~1450 ftNW
Bridge
Laurier Avenue Bridge, Ottawa
8 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.
~1680 ftN
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.
~1410 ftW
Postmodern architecture, City hall, Civic center
Ottawa City Hall, Ottawa
7 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.
~1910 ftNW
Bridge
Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa
10 min walk • The Mackenzie King Bridge is a bridge over the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Just a few blocks away from Parliament Hill, south of the Plaza Bridge, it runs in a generally east–west direction, with the east end at the Rideau Centre and Department of National Defence Headquarters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Corktown Footbridge?

Nearby attractions include Golden Triangle, Ottawa (5 min walk), University of Ottawa, Ottawa (6 min walk), St. Theresa's Catholic Church, Ottawa (6 min walk), The Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa, Ottawa (6 min walk).

How to get to Corktown Footbridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Corktown Footbridge:

Light rail

UOttawa O-Train East/Est • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Rideau O-Train West/Ouest • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)

Bus

Laurier E / Waller • Lines: 16, 39, 45, 97 (7 min walk)
Somerset E / King Edward • Lines: 16 (7 min walk)