Hull Things to Do

Whether you're searching for your family history or doing a serious research project, you'll find yourself fascinated by Canadian archival heritage. Founded in 1872 to preserve Canadian history, these archives house millions of... more

Parliament Hill is the political heart of Canada. Situated on a bluff overlooking the Ottawa River, it is actually a collection of three turn-of-the-century Gothic structures known as the East Block, Centre Block and West Block... more

Walk or drive along this famous street to view some of the most spectacular buildings in Ontario. Sussex Drive was originally divided into three separate streets which, in the nineteenth century were merged together. Today it b... more

Parliament Hill is the political heart of Canada. Situated on a bluff overlooking the Ottawa River, it is actually a collection of three turn-of-the-century Gothic structures known as the East Block, Centre Block and West Block... more

Former Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King (1874-1950) is responsible for establishing this 230-hectare estate. The main building on the property is Moorside, which has been turned into a small museum and tearoom. The es... more

This 64-kilometre train journey, from Hull to Wakefield will take you back in time while you enjoy the passing beauty of the Outaouais region. The clickety-clack of the steam train which dates from 1907 will capture your imagin... more

Gatineau Park is a natural getaway only a five-minute drive from downtown Ottawa. Take the Chaudiére Bridge across the Ottawa River to Taché Boulevard and turn left. The park entrance is on the left, about two miles down the ro... more

Built between 1839 and 1885, this neo-Gothic cathedral situated on Sussex Drive on the edge of the Byward Market is the oldest surviving church in Ottawa. Its twin spires and gilded Madonna are easily identifiable from nearby P... more

Located across from Ottawa City Hall on Sussex Drive, these pretty falls mark the end of the Rideau River's journey from the St. Lawrence River. Although not as spectacular as Hog's Back Falls, the Rideau Falls are still pictur... more

Fresh flowers often grace the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, an unnamed Canadian victim of the First World War. Towering above are 22 figures frozen in bronze as they rush forward into battle. Nurses, pilots, soldiers and sailors... more