Changing of the Guard, Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Canada

Changing of the Guards

June 26-August 20, 2016

Every summer morning Parliament Hill is alive with music and colourful drills. The Changing of the Guard began as a morning routine on the Hill in 1959, and has turned into an annual tradition. This large-scale production includes a regimental band and pipers. The ceremony begins at 10:00 a.m. each morning, but arrive about 15 minutes early to grab a spot with a great view.

Changing of the Guards
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Explore the Peace Tower in Ottawa

At a height of nearly 98 metres, the Peace Tower is the dominant feature on Parliament Hill, and probably the most widely recognized symbol of Canada after the flag.

You can get a bird’s eye view of the National Capital Region from the Peace Tower. Those wishing to visit only the Peace Tower don’t need to join a guided tour but must have a ticket. Same-day tickets are available for free at 90 Wellington Street on a first-come, first-served basis.Anyone who is part of a guided tour has access to the Peace Tower and Memorial Chamber as part of their visit. No additional ticket is required.

Parliament of Canada
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Canada Aviation and Space Museum, Ottawa

位于渥太华的加拿大航空航天博物馆不仅有大量的飞机展示,还有航空展;不仅有飞行模拟舱,还可以亲自搭乘直升机或老式飞机。

营业时间:
5月1日-9月5日:早上9点-下午5点
9月6日-5月1日:早上10点-下午5点,周二闭馆

节假日正常营业,只有12月25日全天闭馆,12月24日下午2点闭馆。

门票:
成人票价13加元。每天下午4点-5点免费。

太空服
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ByWard Market, Ottawa, Canada

Established by Lt-Col. John By in 1826, the ByWard Market is one of Canada’s oldest and largest public markets. The legendary builder of the Rideau Canal, Colonel By himself laid out the street plan of the Market, designating George Street and York Street to be extra wide to accommodate the creation of a public market and gathering place.

Within an area roughly four blocks square, you’ll find museums, cafés, specialty food shops, boutiques, galleries, restaurants, pubs, hair & aesthetics salons and more.

ByWard Market
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Sound and light show on Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Canada

Northern Lights is a free bilingual show presented nightly from July 9 to September 10, 2016. Show times: in July at 10:00 p.m., in August at 9:30 p.m., and in September at 9:00 p.m.

This experience of sound and light is a thrilling thematic journey through Canada’s history. Combining bold digital technology with the architectural splendour of the Parliament Buildings, the show illuminates Canadian stories of nation-building, partnership, discovery, valour, pride and vision at the heart of our country.

Sound and light show on Parliament Hill
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