Autumn brings unexpected experiences Downtown: Your Fall Guide 

The Autumn Equinox has arrived, and downtown Ottawa is the perfect place to experience the change of seasons. From colourful bike tours to haunted walks, cozy cafes to fine dining, every corner of the core offers something new to discover. Whether enjoying a coffee break, happy hour, a night out, or a crisp stroll through the streets, you will fall for downtown. 

Sip Seasonal Flavours 

Fall menus have landed, and there’s no shortage of cozy cafés to warm up on a crisp day. Whether craving a pumpkin spice latte, maple-flavoured treat, or just a perfectly brewed coffee, you’ll find it downtown: 

• Ottawa Bike Café 

• Moulin de Provence 

• Bridgehead 

• Happy Goat 

• Morning Owl 

• Little Victories 

• Second Cup 

• Starbucks 

• Tim Hortons 

Explore Colours by Bike 

Looking for the best view of the changing leaves in the heart of the city? Book a seasonal bike tour with Escape Bike Tours and experience Ottawa’s fall colours like never before. Starting downtown, it’s an unforgettable way to soak in the season. 

Get Into the Spooky Spirit 

Nothing says fall like a little fright! The Haunted Walk is the ultimate way to explore Ottawa’s spooky side. Guided nighttime tours bring chilling stories and haunted history to life, all while walking through our historic downtown streets. 

Cozy Pints & Comfort Dining 

Fall is all about comfort food and seasonal ingredients. Grab a pint in one of our welcoming pubs: 

• Bier Markt 

• D’Arcy McGees  

• 3 Brasseurs 

• The Royal Oak 

• The Office Pub 

• Brixton’s 

Looking for a more elevated dining experience? Treat yourself to a meal featuring the best of the season at Cocotte Bistro, Rabbit Hole and Riviera. 

Fresh Looks for Fall 

Crisp season, crisp look! Treat yourself to a fresh cut at Society Salon or update your wardrobe with elevated work looks from Suitablee. It’s the perfect way to step into fall feeling sharp and ready for that next big gathering or meeting. 

Embrace the Autumn Air 

Sometimes the simplest pleasures are the best. Take a stroll through the neighbourhood, soak in the fall colours, and enjoy the beauty of downtown in a new season. 

Your fall starts downtown. Whether you’re here for coffee, culture, or colourful adventures, there’s always something unexpected to discover in the core.