Sparks Street
A century-old pedestrian shopping street south of Parliament Hill, lined with historic buildings, restaurant patios and souvenir shops.
It became Canada's first pedestrian street in the 1960s. The street is about five blocks long, with outdoor restaurant seating, and festivals in summer. The Buskerfest street performers festival in August is especially lively. The Bank of Canada Museum is on the western section of the street. After visiting Parliament Hill, you can stroll and have a meal along the way.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bank of Canada Museum
- Supreme Court of Canada Building
- Parliament Hill
- Rideau Canal & Ottawa Locks
- National War Memorial
- Major's Hill Park
- Kìwekì Point
- Château Laurier