Timeline
10:00
Walk into the Canadian Museum of Nature. Arriving at opening time lets you explore the fossils and mammal galleries before the crowds build up.
11:00
Walk five minutes north to St. Luke's Park. It is a quiet green space right next to the museum, perfect for a brief pause and a breath of fresh air.
11:10
Continue seven minutes north to Minto Park. This small park offers a peaceful contrast to the city streets and serves as a nice transition point.
11:30
Head four minutes south to the Elgin Street Diner. It is open 24/7, making it a reliable spot for a hearty lunch or coffee after your walk.
Local tip
The museum is free on Thursdays after 4 PM, but since you are visiting in the morning, general admission applies. The walk between the museum and the parks is short and flat.
Check before you go
- The Canadian Museum of Nature is open from 10AM on Wednesday, Friday to Sunday.
- Elgin Street Diner is open 24 hours a day.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ottawa (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).