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Skating

Skate the 7.8-kilometer-long Rideau Canal from one end, at Fairmont Château Laurier, to the other, at Dow’s Lake. The Rideau Canal is the longest outdoor skating rink in the world and is the main attraction of the Winterlude festival. It is open to skaters in January and February, weather permitting. Skate rentals are available at various Silver Skates locations on the canal.

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Festivals & Tours
Rideau Canal skateway at night with lights

Winterlude

Every February, Canada's Capital Region is host to Winterlude, North America's greatest winter festival.
Summer
man swinging a golf club

Golf

Fairmont Château Laurier is close to several top-ranked courses, both within Ottawa and in the surrounding region. Start planning your Ottawa-area golf trip today.
Winter
people cross-country skiing near the parliament building

Skiing

There are a few ski hills just north of the capital to thrill down-hill ski enthusiasts.