Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa
Basilique-cathédrale Notre-Dame
Ottawa's oldest church, with twin silver spires and a sky-blue vault dotted with golden stars, and richly carved wooden interior.
Built between 1841 and 1885, its exterior combines Neoclassical and Gothic styles. The interior has a blue vault studded with gold stars, along with stained glass and hundreds of carved wooden statues of saints. Admission is free, but please do not walk around or take photos during mass. It stands across Sussex Drive from the National Gallery, one minute's walk away.
Opening hours
About 9:00 am–6:00 pm (visits restricted during Mass)
Nearby sights
- National Gallery of Canada
- Major's Hill Park
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Rideau Canal & Ottawa Locks
- Château Laurier
- Kìwekì Point
- ByWard Market
- Parliament Hill