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Sat Jun 20 · 10:00 AM Summer Ottawa Royal Canadian Mint Guided Tours (English) Sat Jun 20 · 11:00 AM FRANÇAIS Visite guidée de la Monnaie royale canadienne d’Ottawa Sat Jun 20 · 2:00 PM Karl the Cat and the Junkyard Pack Sat Jun 20 · 2:00 PM Argile Verte Sat Jun 20 · 2:00 PM Emo Majok: African Aussie Sat Jun 20 · 2:30 PM Un moment ou un autre Sat Jun 20 · 2:30 PM Rainbow Conceptions Sat Jun 20 · 3:00 PM Barry Potter and the Magic of Wizardry

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Ottawa South

Ottawa South in Ottawa South, ON — .

Taras Shevchenko · 44 parks & green spaces · 421 places to eat

open now 1214 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Ottawa South a good place to live?

Ottawa South has 377 parks and green spaces, 421 places to eat, and 571 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 41 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Ottawa South?

There are 41 homes for sale in and around Ottawa South, priced from $250,000 to $4,500,000 (median about $629,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Ottawa South known for?

Ottawa South is known locally for landmarks like Taras Shevchenko, its 421-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Ottawa South this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Ottawa South, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Ottawa South best for?

Based on what's here, Ottawa South suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

Choose your own adventure - Ottawa South

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    Three hand-picked days through Ottawa South, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Hog's Back Grill & Bistro Cafe
    2. Stroll Redpine Park Park
    3. Lunch Thai Coconut Restaurant
    4. Treat Dairy Queen Ice Cream
    5. Browse Farmer's Pick Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Rideau Canal Eastern Pathway 21.4 km
    2. Picnic Raoul Wallenberg Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Cafeteria/CHFC Gym Quick bite
    4. Run around Giver 150 playground Playground
    5. Casual dinner Wild Wing Chicken
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Taras Shevchenko Memorial
    2. Coffee Starbucks Coffee Shop
    3. Local shop Farhat's Bakery Bakery
    4. Dinner out Delicious Sichuan Cuisine Chinese
    5. Tonight Summer Ottawa Royal Canadian Mint Guided Tours (English) Sat Jun 20 · 10:00 AM
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

    D'Arcy McGee's
    Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch
    Paper Papier
    Ideal Coffee
    Lauzon
    Tea Store
    Farmer's Pick
    Dominion Tavern
    Barrio
    Samuel de Champlain
    Sunmax Supermarket
    The King Eddy

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Ottawa South? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Ottawa South and the surrounding area.

    Shepherds of Good Hope announced plans to convert a shelter into longer-term housing in Ottawa South, and the PWHL's Charge confirmed it will remain in Ottawa after reaching a deal to play in the NHL Senators' arena. A tornado warning was issued for the Gananoque area but has since ended, and the city auditor criticized OC Transpo's bus scheduling. The Ottawa elementary school canceled a drag storytime, sparking questions, while another 3-fire night was reported in the city.

    Curated by TinyLocalAdventure from local news sources · Updated June 19, 2026 · AI-assisted summary. Headlines below link to the original reporting.

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Ottawa South?

    Ottawa South has 44 parks and green spaces, 421 places to eat, and landmarks like Taras Shevchenko. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Ottawa South?

    Most of Ottawa South is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Ottawa South?

    Ottawa South sits in Ottawa South, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Ottawa South?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Ottawa South, and can connect you with a local agent.