p h o t o : c a n a d i a n m u s e u m o f n at u r e ( m a rt i n l i p m a n )
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canadian museum of nature centretown
Heart and soul
Bordered by Parliament Hill to the north and the Rideau Canal to the east , Centretown is at the city ’ s heart . Bank Street and Elgin Street are its two thriving thoroughfares , notably connected by the Sparks Street pedestrian mall . The area offers a healthy blend of heritage and modernity . Fine dining and boisterous pubs line up alongside the likes of yoga studios , bakeries , organic grocers , and used bookstores . The National Arts Centre gives Elgin soul , while the Sens Mile attracts soulful hockey fans . Anchored by some of the city ’ s first residential streets , this neighbourhood ’ s heritage buildings often double as unique shops and restaurants — including key dining spots on Somerset Street West , the city ’ s gay village . One minute you ’ ll find yourself in the middle of a cultural parade , the next you ’ ll be sheltered by lush gardens and beautiful architecture away from the hustle and bustle . at a glance
Attractions : National Arts Centre , City Hall , National War Memorial Walkable : ByWard Market neighbourhood ( see p . 34 ), Canadian Museum of Nature , Parliament Hill , Supreme Court of Canada Ottawa 2017 Attractions : el camino www . ottawatourism . ca 37