Timeline
07:08
Walk to Parliament Hill to find a quiet spot facing the river. The sun rises toward the WSW, offering a clear view of the water and the distant shore as the light breaks.
07:53
Head to Happy Goat Sandy Hill Café for coffee and breakfast. It opens at 07:00, just in time after the sunrise at 07:38.
08:23
Laurier House National Historic Site
Stroll to Laurier House National Historic Site. The grounds are open and peaceful in the morning light, allowing for a quiet visit to the historic residence before the main tours begin at 10:00.
Local tip
The café opens at 07:00, which is early enough to grab a warm drink immediately after sunrise at 07:38. The museum does not open until 10:00, so use the morning time to enjoy the exterior and gardens.
Check before you go
- Happy Goat Sandy Hill Café opens at 07:00 daily.
- Laurier House National Historic Site opens at 10:00 on January 15.
- Parliament Hill is accessible for viewing at sunrise.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ottawa (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).