This store has an impressive variety of goods. Its crafting section is truly outstanding, and I…read moreoften go there to buy crafting supplies or items I can't find at other discount stores - they usually have what I'm looking for. For seasonal items, it just can't be beat in the downtown core. The prices are higher than other discount stores (often for the exact same product), but its convenient location, friendly staff, and vast array of goods make it worth the extra cost.

Was looking for some stuff for a party and this place had knick knacks aplenty, nice little store…read moreto just browse through

Since I work downtown this is my go to Dollarama. There is a high flow of traffic of buyers and at…read moretimes they don't restock much but today I hit the jackpot! Chaching!!! I needed gardening/ summer supplies and since your girl is on a budget I came here. Wide variety of what I needed but they are short staffed. The cashier at the front is always busy helping customers with the self serve cash and also helps the others who need a cashier. Tip: ask the security guard if you really can't find what you need.

This store is on the smaller side. It is packed with all sorts of things…read more Some aisles having floor cleaning buckets left unattended. The store is pretty busy.

You cannot beat Giant Tiger. I will come here over the bigger equivalent franchises. It's a shame…read morethis is the original store in all of Canada and it looks this way. There's some wear and tear. A fresh coat of paint and perhaps reorganizing the aisles would be do it well. The selection is minimal since it is a smaller store. If there is something on sale from the flyer and you don't go the day off, forget seeing it the whole week. I do appreciate you can ask for a rain check. The staff are always friendly and greet you at the cash. A bonus here is when it gets busy they will have all 3 cashes open. There is no self serve which I don't mind but perhaps not for the person who has social anxiety.

The selection is small - as is the store. The customer service is terrible. The staff are all…read morelocated by the cash registers i.e. not on the floor. I had questions for Almira T. Could I ad match? Her answer was yes. How does it work? Almira T. says the product must be identical. My question concerned an ad match for a Beatrice branded product and all this tiny store had was Nielson. Almira T. refused. No deal, no way. Adieu Giant Tiger.

Better staffed than other shoppers locations, like the trash locations in Centretown…read more you can find help here if you need it, staff are responsive

The pharmacist named Lana is incredibly professional informative so helpful and patient. I have…read moreconsulted with her a few times and every time she's the same kind professional and today after her recommendation she walked me to the isle so I could find the product easily. Well done Lana and thank you for being more than a pharmacist. Best Regards Jocelyn Robert

Wandered in here one afternoon and found this gem of a place! The lady has unique items that are a…read morelittle on the funky side. Found this awesome dress which looked fabulous on me. She has heels in the change room which is a great idea. I found the prices a little expensive but well worth it given all the complements I receive whenever I wear my dress!

From the owner: Flagship women's clothing store established over 20 years ago, located in the heart of Ottawa…read more Featuring world wide known Canadian designers such as Joseph Ribkoff, Frank Lyman and Sympli. We specialize in the best Canadian made fashion, perfect for the professional woman. Chic, Fun, Women's Wear. Have it, Wear it, You Deserve it.

I had a great experience at this gallery. It was our first time with my family and we were able to…read morelearn about different art installations, it was cool. It wasn't too busy and it was clean and well-maintained. They also had multiple security stationed inside. Fairly priced and would definitely recommend checking it out at least once.

We spent about two hours here as the last activity of a busy day touring around Ottawa. The museum…read moreis amazing with a wonderful collection of works by contemporary Canadian artists including indigenous artists. They also have galleries that include works by Picasso, Dali, Van Gogh and many others. Parking is easy and very affordable in the underground parking garage. This is definitely a good option if visiting the city! It is walking distance to parliament hill so easy to combine visits to multiple attractions.

... memories …read more... When I lived and worked throughout Canada's Atlantic Provinces, Ottawa was almost like a second home to me during the 70's and 80's. I travelled / stayed there often, via business, and even more so for pleasure stays. I chose to stay at hotels offering rooms with kitchenettes. Which allowed me the option to shop during walks and stays, and dine back at my hotel. The Byward Market area was one of my favourite spots to walkabout, browse, and shop. And especially so during the summer and fall months, when it was so alive with street venders, and others featuring locally-grown fresh fruits and veggies. It was a good while ago, but a standout for me during these stays was a fish/seafood shop. I used to purchase squid there. Then on the way back to the hotel, catch a bottle of white wine, and some butter. Cooking the squid back at the hotel was fun, and made for several very fragrant, tasty, and much-enjoyed meals. Street vendor selections of farm-fresh offerings of fruits and veggies, were a delight to see during summer and early-fall stays. Their products not only contributed to meals, were often purchased and enjoyed 'in hand' and enjoyed during walkabouts. And before I forget, so were the several tasty 'beavertails' enjoyed, at any time of year, from a bakery there. (previously reviewed) My visits to the Byward Market, and area, were via day time browsing and shopping walkabouts. They were fun, interesting, and much-enjoyed.

This area of the city is a popular destination that you must see for sight seeing in Ottawa…read more There's a lot to see and do down here, and more Restaurants than you can possibly eat at in a month of Sundays! They also host special events down here. Certain streets are pedestrian only, where you will find crafters and fruit/vegetable vendors, people who sell honey and maple syrup, Beavertails, and seasonal items all sold at booths on the streets. This visit, I found a rare treasure: a bracelet with my name on it!! The Byward Market is coming up to a remarkable anniversary: in 2026, it will be 200 years old!! Found this snippet on the internet: "The ByWard Market is where Ottawa was born. Established by Lt-Col. John By in 1826, the ByWard Market is one of Canada's oldest and largest public markets. The legendary builder of the Rideau Canal; Lt-Col. By himself laid out the street plan of the Market, designating George and York Streets to be extra wide to accommodate the horse-drawn carriages that brought foodstuffs to the market every day." We seem to gravitate there at least once a year in the warmer months. It's also a terrific area for people watching!!

I saw Globe Mags & Cigars. It looked like it was a souvenir store. I was a tourist in ByWard…read moreMarket. It made sense to check this store out. I am guessing that this store used to be more of a convenience store that sold cigars, magazines, and souvenirs. When I walked in, I didn't see any cigars or magazines. This store seemed to have transformed its business plan over the years. The merchandise at this store reminded me of going to a store in Chinatown in Toronto. It offered a lot of fun jewellery, traditional Chinese silk jackets, cute handbags, and more. Did I find any souvenirs at this store? It depends on your definition. It's a yes if you buy a ring here as a memory of your time in Ottawa. If you are looking for a sweatshirt with Ottawa across the front, you won't find one here. This store had some cute purses. I liked a small purple one, but it was way too small for it to be functional. The earrings at this store were great. There were plenty of styles to choose from at decent prices. I ended up getting a pair of flip-flops earrings. They looked cute. I went to pay for my item. I asked the man what payment types he accepted. He said that he accepted everything. I loved that answer. I paid with a debit card. The transaction was smooth. I didn't need a bag. I placed my earrings in my purse, thanked the man, and happily left this store. There was a couple looking at sunglasses and taking their time. They were in the store when I had arrived and I left with them still there. It's nice that you can browse at your pace here. It was great stopping by this store. The name of the store is a bit misleading. However, if you like jewellery, clothing, purses, and more at decent prices, pay a visit here. (312)

It is a small cigars and souvenirs shop. I think the owner have an issue with the humidor because I…read morebought a Romeo Y Juliette No.3 and it was too humid. The prices were in the average for the type of cigars offered. The service is friendly. The selection is okay, but could be better. Unfortunately, it is not the best place in Ottawa to buy cigars despite the nice service.

I visited with family during one of their Free Thursday evenings (5-8pm) over the summer last year…read more I was a bit shocked that it was not as busy as I thought, especially during their free Thrusday evenings. The museum is pretty large. There was a lot of beautiful art and exhibits. A few exhibits had some sort of interactive function (like interactive screens and screens to flip through info). Depending on your vacation schedule and free time, you may not be able to see everything in a couple of hours.

Amazing art museum! From the spider outside to the massive amounts of artwork especially Canadian,…read moreQuebecois, Native, and First Nations artwork and the historic Catholic chapel inside it is totally with a visit.

It's just an average Dollarama with nothing bad or good about it. However the lines are somewhat…read moretight if there's a big line of people. Overall this dollarama didn't seem suspicious or weird to me.

I somehow make it to this Dollarama at least once every week or two. I guess I didn't realize how…read moreoften I visit this store, but for your every day goods, odds, and ends, it's a great place to start. It's in a great location on Elgin, especially for all of the nearby employees at City Hall, Place Bell, and the kids from Lisgar Collegiate. I have found kitchen supplies, office supplies, gift bags, whatever. I've bought decorations for my work party in the past, and it's an quick and easy go-to when you needs those extra napkins and utensils when they run out. Today I found Caramilk and Crunchie chocolate fondue sets for 3 bucks a pop. Isn't that nuts?! Couldn't believe it myself. But my favorite purchase has to be a small bottle of Frank's RedHot for only a dollar twenty-five, which I use allll the time. Like most other stores, it gears up for each holiday and really pulls out all the stops. It currently has an entire section dedicated to Valentine's Day related items, just as it did for Christmas. Cards, decorations, glasses, heart-shaped bowls, lollipops, cookies, and chocolate.. You name it. FYI - No return policy. Prices are cheap, generally $1-3, but still inspect your items before purchasing, and make sure you're buying exactly what you need. Good ban for your buck, and a decent selection. If you can't find what you're looking for here, there's also a nearby two-floored Dollar It! on Bank Street. 7/30 #30DaysOfYelp