Best Arts and Culture Places in Chelsea

"The National Gallery of Canada* is much more than just an art museum in Ottawa. This Canadian national gallery is home to the country’s best collection of art, especially Canadian and indigenous art. Exhibitions of exquisite artistic expression in this gallery reveal the past, present, and future of art, as well as celebrating its accessibility to the public."

"Art fans stumped on what to do in Ottawa need to set aside some time to peruse the National Gallery of Canada. This landmark art museum is home to one of Canada’s finest collections of contemporary & historical artwork. Located close to the happenin’ ByWard Market area, the National Gallery of Canada is a great detour for art & culture lovers."

"The downtown based Ottawa Art Gallery opened in 1980 after local artists advocated for their work and organized a municipal location to demonstrate the local artistic population and talent. The Ottawa Art Gallery was opened as a result of public attention and urging, and it has been functioning since 1988. Today, the Gallery is open to public, and visitors are able to view the art and learn about the process the local artistic community took to secure a platform for their expression."

"The arts and culture scene in Canada’s Capital is rich and diverse. The newly expanded and impressively-designed Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) in downtown Ottawa provides free access to all of its galleries, plus an inviting restaurant, bar and boutique. You will definitely need to reserve an afternoon or an entire day to see this gem of a space!"

"The Ottawa Art Gallery was extensively rebuilt before its relaunch in 2018. It’s a bright, new space with five floors for contemporary and historical exhibitions, and community engagement. As well as art by key Canadian artists, visitors will find a large collection of works by the Canadian Group of Seven."

"The contemporary Canadian gallery presents a diverse range of artworks by some of the most talented contemporary artists from the Ottawa area, Montreal, Toronto, Quebec City and further afield. Their roster of artists is unique and includes both established names and up-and-coming talents. Artworks on show include Kal Mansur’s acrylic light sculptures, paintings by John Barkley and tire-sculptures by artist Joyce Westrop among many others."

"Orange Art Gallery has been steadily making a name for itself in Ottawa’s growing arts scene since it opened in April 2010. Located at the popular Parkdale Market in Wellington Village, the gallery showcases a diverse range of contemporary arts from abstract painting to metal sculpture and represents a number of talented contemporary artists from Ottawa and the surrounding areas, such as metal sculptor Chris Banfalvi and abstract landscape painter Anita Utas. In 2013, Orange Art Gallery put into place their current three-week rotating exhibition programme, which has enabled the gallery to present works by a greater number of artists in a variety of media ever since."

"Some tourists may be keen to avoid Canada’s freezing winter temperatures, but for the more courageous, Ottawa’s Winterlude Festival is one of the city’s real highlights. For three weekends in February, North America’s largest winter festival attracts close to 600,000 global visitors. The Rideau Canal becomes the world’s largest naturally frozen skating rink where you can put your skills to the test."

"This inconspicuous bakery in a corner of the Byward Market building is something of a mecca for tourists, and it’s all because of their maple-lead shaped, Canada-emblazoned cookies – or “Obama cookies,” as they’re now known. Le Moulin de Provence has a huge selection of pastries, cakes, and lunch snacks, but it’s the bright red cookies that Obama was photographed with during his visit to the Canadian capital in 2009 that have made it famous. Naturally, my brother and I absolutely had to try them, although we opted for the even more touristy “Trudeau cookies,” which feature photos of the Canadian Prime Minister instead."

"Le Moulin de Provence is one of the top-rated bakeries in Ottawa, located at 55 ByWard Market Square. Le Moulin de Provence was highlighted when Obama had visited this place on his first Ottawa trip. Since that time, one of the most famous baked items, ‘Obama Cookie,’ came into being."

"On Preston Street, you’ll find a decadent selection of cakes that can be the star of your birthday party at Simply Biscotti. Try something drizzled in caramel or anything made with chocolate. The shop is open seven days a week so you’ll never be without cake again!"

"Simply Biscotti is one of the top-rated bakeries Ottawa and has multiple branches in several locations. As their name suggests, Simply Biscotti is famous for its renowned Biscottis. Although, they don’t just make Biscottis or aren’t just good at that."

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"Dine on Mom’s classic 3-course menu brunch favourites and more from the comfort of home. Enjoy Southern Style Maple Peach & Apple Pudding with a choice of salad, Flakey Croissant & Pain Aux Chocolate, Eggs Frittata, Sweet Bell Peppers, Aged Cheddar, Belgian Waffles, Bacon, , Vegetarian Lasagna, Oven Roasted Chicken, Citrus and Herb Marinated Rice & Ancient Grain Pilaf, and Pork Loin Roast."

"Image SourceBrookstreet is a modern luxury hotel in Ottawa that will pamper you with all kinds of facilities you would expect at a high-end hotel. Positioned in the suburbs of Ottawa, the amenities equipped in this hotel are truly commendable. The location is simply excellent, making it one of the most famous hotels in Ottawa."

"Just outside Ottawa, in the city’s Kanata area, is the Brookstreet Hotel. Golfers flock here due to the 18-hole championship golf course and nine-hole short course. Rooms range from simple doubles to more spacious deluxe suites with a balcony."

"It is not just a spa; it’s a place where you can spend a whole week!. Let’s explore this incredible spa in Ottawa. Apart from offering the best quality essential spa services, Au Naturel Spa offers accommodation choices, in-room dining, jazz lounge, golf areas, saltwater pools, hot tub, and events like conferences and weddings, etc."

"You definitely wouldn’t want to miss visiting this award-winning spa, located at the heart of Ottawa. The fact that this spa uses all-natural products makes it an appealing spa in Ottawa. Their naturopathic spa treatment is very effective, and you can also buy their eco-certified products."

"Why You Need To Go: While best known for their fall and Halloween activities, you can also head to this Orchard in the summer to pick strawberries."

"The Watson's Mill is the only working museum in Ottawa and is a historic flour mill that still sells stone-ground, whole wheat flour. The place is also believed to be haunted by locals and open to general Public during summer- the highlight being the summer events held here every year. On other days, the history of the place invites visitors to see the old machinery and to have a meal at the Ma...Read more"

"Watson's Mill is one of the best-preserved examples of 19th century mill architecture and the only operating industrial heritage site within the City of Ottawa. It is designated as part of historic Dickinson Square, at the heart of the Village of Manotick. Manotick, Ontario K4M 1A2 tel.: 613-692-MILL (6455) www.watsonsmill.com"

"The historic flour mill located in the village of Manotick is a picturesque building — great for photos in the fall and summer months. Watson’s Mill offers building tours where you can even purchase the flour they produce.Photo: Sofia Donato"