Gatineau & Ottawa Area, Explore Canada's Capital Region.
Look. See. Shop.
Four Points by Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa is located at 35 Laurier Street in Gatineau, Quebec, part of Canada’s Capital Region. This central location puts you right across the street from the Canadian Museum of Civilization and the IMAX Theatre. And right across the river from downtown Ottawa – an easy walk away. So if you've come to visit Canada’s National Capital Area, you’ll soon find this is the perfect location for all your winter activities.
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Business and duty call
Ottawa’s Parliament Hill is a famous tourist attraction and where much of the business of running the country takes place. If you’re not involved in the business end of things here, you can take a guided tour of Centre Block any day of the week. Corporate and government offices – as well as close to 100 embassies that are within 5 kilometers of the hotel. The hotel makes the perfect choice if your business brings you to the Palais des congrès de Gatineau, Maison du Citoyen, Place du Portage or Palais de justice as we are interconnected by interior walkways. No need to worry about snow storms, traffic jams or even heavy boots and jackets!
Get outside
Ottawa Winterlude, February 3 to 20, 2012 - Come visit the Capitol region in February and celebrate the best winter has to offer at this year's Winterlude.
Grab your skates and explore the Rideau Canal Skateway! In winter, the historic Rideau Canal becomes the world’s largest skating rink. The ice extends 7.8-kilometres and runs through the heart of downtown Ottawa. Take our virtual tour for 360° views of this famous skateway.
Grab your skis and head out to the Greenbelt which encircling Ottawa has over 150 kilometers of cross-country ski trails. You can use the trails for free and all are suitable for beginner and family outings. Greenbelt trails are used for cross-country skiing in the winter but there are some great spots for snowshoeing and walking. Of course, Gatineau Park has one of the largest networks of cross-country ski trails in North America with over 50 trails and 55 kilometers of trails that are reserved for snowshoeing.
How about tobogganing which is one of our great Canadian traditions! Pack up the family and head out to one of the National Capital Greenbelt’s toboggan hills. These snowy hills are some of the best in the Ottawa region and will surely thrill both the young and young at heart. The Winterlude festivities and Jacques Cartier Park should be top of mind during this winter season!
Cultured and cultivated displays
Almost 20 museums and galleries are within 5 kilometers of the hotel. These include the Canadian Museum of Civilization (0 km/ 0 miles), the National Gallery of Canada (1 km/ 0.6 miles), the Canadian War Museum (2 km/ 1.2 miles), the National Arts Centre (3 km/ 1.9 miles), Galleries de Hull (0 km/ 0 miles), Canada Science and Technology Museum (0 km/ 0 miles), and the Canada Aviation Museum (0 km/ 0 miles).
Take a chance at the Casino du Lac-Leamy
Are you feeling lucky? The Casino du Lac-Leamy is about 5 kilometers away.
Shop, then shop some more
In downtown Ottawa (an easy walk away) the Rideau Centre is open seven days a week. It is home to 180 of the best-known names in fashion, food and services. In the ByWard Market you’ll find dozens of gorgeous little boutiques, galleries, restaurant and cafes, as well as a bustling street market that’s open virtually year round.
Enjoy.
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