As summer draws to an end, Ottawa will start to embrace the cozy charm and colourful beauty of fall. Scenic trails, vibrant neighbourhoods and cultural landmarks set the stage for memorable (and distinctly autumnal) moments. Groups and FIT can sip cider beneath changing leaves, explore national museums and discover spooky seasonal thrills. However they choose to savour the season, it’s easy to fall into the welcoming embrace of Canada's national capital region. |
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Discover Ottawa's autumn magic with Fall Rhapsody |
From scenic bike rides along the Rideau Canal to hikes through Gatineau Park, Fall Rhapsody celebrates Ottawa’s brilliant autumn foliage — with free shuttles from downtown to the park and plenty of stunning views across Canada's national capital region. (read more)
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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opens |
Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is now open, bringing a $350-million entertainment destination with luxury accommodations, incredible dining, gaming and live shows to Ottawa. (read more) |
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Explore Ottawa's spooky side with The Haunted Walk |
Discover Ottawa’s ghostly past on this guided tour through the city’s most haunted sites, complete with chilling tales and local legends for all ages. (read more) |
| Earn big with the Ottawa Visitor Inspiration Program (VIP) |
Register your group with Ottawa Tourism’s VIP program and start earning points for every stay at participating hotels. Points can be redeemed for attractions, discounts or even trips back to Ottawa. (read more)
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National Museum Spotlight: Canadian Museum of Nature |
Explore Canada’s wild spaces at the Canadian Museum of Nature, now featuring a new guided tour, Secrets of the Museum, available for 15 to 30 participants. This 60-minute tour offers the possibility of accommodating multiple groups at the same time. (read more)
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| Frights and fun at Saunder's Farm |
By day, Saunders Farm welcomes visitors to PumpkinFest’s mazes, hayrides and family fun. By night, it turns into FrightFest with haunted attractions and eerie entertainment. (read more) |
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Read more about what's happening in Ottawa in fall, including where the Travel Trade team has been lately and where they plan to go here. Like what you're seeing? Spread the word to your fellow Travel Trade pros! They can subscribe to this quarterly newsletter here. Connect with the Travel Trade team on Facebook. |
From November 9–12, 2025, Ottawa will host the National Tour Association’s Travel Exchange (TREX) at the Rogers Centre Ottawa. This landmark event brings together packaged travel professionals from across North America and around the world — buyers, tour suppliers, DMOs, DMCs, and receptive operators — all under one roof to build partnerships, discover new products and create the itineraries of the future.
Delegates will not only connect through meetings, innovative seminars and networking events, but also get the chance to experience Ottawa’s award-winning attractions, cultural experiences and stunning natural landscapes during sightseeing tours and social events.
Whether you’re seeking your next partner, next product or next big idea, Travel Exchange is where the packaged travel industry comes together to make it happen. Register for NTA TREX 2025. |
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