The Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill, is the site where soldiers trained before being deployed during the Second Boer War. This piece of history is now safely ensconced in the western area of the park in the form of Range Road. Other attractions in the park include a fountain named Lord Strathcona fountain and a play area by artist Stephen Brathwaite. In the summer, one can watch plays by the Odyssey Theatre and in the winter one can hop onto their snowboard and rustle down the hill area of the park.
Linked with the New Edinburgh Park, Stanley Park is not as famous as its counterpart. It was closed for environmental cleanup for a couple of years and reopened in 2012. This riverside park features a lagoon, a sculpture trail and dog zone where you can unleash your pet.
Canadian Museum of History features artifacts, paintings and interactive displays that bring Canadian history to life. Permanent exhibits include the Canada Hall, a dome that highlights Canada's history through film, Face to Face, where you can learn about the achievements of Canadian greats, and the Grand Hall, which features the cultural history of Canada's first people. It also houses an IMAX theater and Canadian Children's Museum. Both require an additional admission fee. It is also a member of Canada's Capital Museums Passport program, a package that includes admission to 10 museums for a seven day period. Check the website for hours and other details.
Situated on the banks of River Rideau, Brewer Park has several features which attracts kids of all ages. For teenagers looking to play sports, the park has well-maintained soccer fields, baseball diamonds, and a basketball court. Biking enthusiasts can ride their bikes on the dedicated paths, whereas, those looking for family recreation can visit the small water park and a dedicated picnic spot. Apart from these, the park is host to the annual House of Paint hip-hop festival where close to a hundred graffiti artists gather under the Dunbar bridge and indulge in graffiti art on its walls.
One of the major landmarks of the Manotick area is the Watson's Mill. It is one of the few functioning mills in the Ottawa region. Built in the 1860s, the mill overlooks the Rideau river. The mill is now operated as a museum where live milling is shown to visitors. Public tours and group tours are available. The mill can also be rented for private occasions or corporate events.
Remic Rapids is a small but beautiful public park-area located along the Ottawa River waterfront. Overlooking the river's Remic Rapids, this is an excellent spot to drop by to enjoy a picnic at one of the benches by the water, and then unwind on the grass with a book, as you listen to the soothing sound of the river gurgling in the background. This park is immensely popular for local artist John Ceprano's Inukshuk sculpture garden, that is located here. Stop here for a breath of fresh air and a walk in the park, and to take a look at the array of small perfectly balanced rock sculptures that resemble human beings.