GATINEAU

Gatineau (Quebec’s fourth-largest city), until recently known as Hull, is based just across the river from Ottawa in the province of Quebec, and, as a result, many federal bureaucracies have their headquarters here. For years, Gatineau has been a more relaxed and fun-loving counterpart to the capital. From Hull’s establishment in 1800, the city’s liquor laws were far more lenient than Ottawa’s, and so this was where Ottawa politicians came to party (the city still has a lower drinking age). Gatineau contains one of Canada’s best museums, the Canadian Museum of Civilization, which provides a fascinating tour of Canada’s history over the past 1,000 years.

ICE CANOE RACE * GATINEAU RIVER * ARTISTS' QUAY

Downtown Gatineau is the place to be for entertaining activities, cultural events, and celebration of all kinds! Laval Street, which is closed to vehicular traffic from May to November, provides a safe and enjoyable route for pedestrians and cyclist. Fireworks, hot air balloons, concerts, ice carving and sand sculptures - you'll find all kinds of entertainment all year-round. In Gatineau, fun and excitement are never far away!

Ville de Gatineau