25 days in Toronto & Ottawa Itinerary

Possibly the world's most diverse city, Toronto houses over 80 ethnic communities speaking nearly 150 different languages or dialects.

Appreciate the collections at Royal Ontario Museum and Ontario Science Centre. Kids will appreciate attractions like The Distillery District and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. Venture out of the city with trips to Niagara-on-the-Lake (Niagara District Court House, Ten Thousand Villages, &more), Niagara Falls (BATL - The Backyard Axe Throwing League, Niagara Falls Canada, &more) and Canada's Wonderland (in Vaughan). And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Casa Loma, see the interesting displays at Hockey Hall of Fame, stop by Kensington Market, and have some family-friendly fun at BATL | The Backyard Axe Throwing League.

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If you are flying in from Ghana, the closest major aiports are Lester B. Pearson International Airport and Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport. In February, plan for daily highs up to 0°C, and evening lows to -8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can travel to Ottawa.

A major center of technology nicknamed "Silicon Valley North," Ottawa offers visitors a modern flavor with its range of trendy hotels, shops, and restaurants.

Parliament Hill and Buildings has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): examine the collection at National Gallery of Canada, then get engrossed in the history at Canadian War Museum, and then take in the exciting artwork at Orange Art Gallery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Mon): steep yourself in history at Parliament Hill and Buildings, wander the streets of ByWard Market, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Notre Dame Basilica, and finally contemplate the long history of Carbide Willson Ruins.

To find traveler tips, photos, ratings, and tourist information, use the Ottawa visit planning tool.

Getting from Toronto to Ottawa by combination of ferry and flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Toronto in February; daily highs in Ottawa reach -5°C and lows reach -15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Tue) to allow time for travel back home.