University of Ottawa, Ottawa

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The University of Ottawa, often referred to as uOttawa or U of O, is a bilingual public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The main campus is located on 42.5 hectares in the heart of Ottawa's Downtown Core, adjacent to the residential neighbourhood of Sandy Hill, adjacent to Ottawa's Rideau Canal. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°25'25"N, 75°41'7"W

Address

75 Laurier Avenue EastSandy HillOttawa Canada

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+1 613-562-5800

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University of Ottawa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rideau Centre, Confederation Park, Ogilvy's, Ottawa Art Gallery.

~1680 ftNW
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...
~1730 ftW
Park, Lookout, Fountain
Confederation Park, Ottawa
9 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...
~1650 ftNW
Shopping, Department store
Ogilvy's, Ottawa
8 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...
~1020 ftNW
Museum, Art museum
Ottawa Art Gallery, Ottawa
5 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
Shopping, Shopping centre
Freiman Mall, Ottawa
11 min walk • Freiman Mall, a bustling shopping center nestled in the heart of Ottawa, Canada, serves as a convenient and accessible retail hub for both locals and tourists alike. This modest yet inviting complex offers a variety of shopping options ranging from fashion...
~1650 ftW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Convention center
Shaw Centre, Ottawa
8 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.
~1100 ftS
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.
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.
~1160 ftW
Bridge
Laurier Avenue Bridge, Ottawa
6 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.
~600 ftN
Church
St. Joseph, Ottawa
3 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.
~1590 ftSW
Postmodern architecture, City hall, Civic center
Ottawa City Hall, Ottawa
8 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 University of Ottawa?

Nearby attractions include St. Joseph, Ottawa (3 min walk), Ottawa Art Gallery, Ottawa (5 min walk), Major-General George R Pearkes Building, Ottawa (5 min walk), Corktown Footbridge, Ottawa (6 min walk).

How to get to University of Ottawa by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Ottawa:

Bus

Laurier E / Waller • Lines: 16, 39, 45, 97 (2 min walk)
Laurier E / Cumberland • Lines: 16, 19, 39, 45, 97 (2 min walk)

Light rail

UOttawa O-Train West/Ouest • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)
Rideau O-Train West/Ouest • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)