Library of Parliament Reviews

Place that is definitely worth a visit. If you use local guides your level of English must be very good. The library is very beautiful.

Great historic place. Visit the parlament inside, it's very interesting.

With the guide you have a tour inside the Parliament building, you can learn a bit about the history of the place.

Parliament itself has been moved to the adjacent building, the West Block. It will be impossible for you to visit the interior of Parliament or the Peace Tower since the building will be undergoing renovations for the next 10 years. You will still be able to see it and photograph it from the outside. However, it is possible to visit this new Parliament (in the newly renovated West Block) free of charge when the House of Commons is not in session. See if you are in Ottawa!

The building itself is very impressive. Too bad that part of it was under the construction during our visit. It is definitely worth to see the light show at night

Amazing tour, which has a lot of useful information concerning Canada's history

Loved the fireworks and the light show leaves you feeling very patriotic!

The place is very historic and rich with architectural beauty. It is very nice example of Canadian spirit. The staff was very friendly and gave very nice explanation about the Parliament and its history.

Historic. Beautiful architecture. Make sure you see the Library. Get a tour ticket early.

You must see the parliament if you ever have the chance to visit Ottawa.

Very nice place to visit despite the huge number of tourists.

The building is nice, it's the contents that stinks!

Nice free tour available, Knowledgeable guides, well maintained interiors. Long queue though. Stood up in line at 9:15 AM for getting the ticket and got the ticket only at 11:00 AM and I got the tour timing for 2:30 PM.

The Peace Tower and Memorial Hall may be viewed without a tour, and the views from the tower are incredible!

Parliament is most beautiful at Christmastime, especially the entrance lobby.

Beautiful building, especially at night, you can catch a great posterior view walking across the Alexandra Bridge coming from hull.

A great experience in parliament and the Senate! Not to miss

Parliament Hill, is an area of Crown land on the southern banks of the Ottawa River in downtown Ottawa, Ontario. Its Gothic revival suite of buildings is the home of the Parliament of Canada and has architectural elements of national symbolic importance.
Capitol Hill, a Crown area on the south bank of the Ottawa River in downtown Ottawa, Ontario. Its Gothic Revival Suite is home to the Canadian Parliament, and Parliament Hill is Canada's national symbolic building.

Very spectacular architecture, seamlessly integrated with the surrounding squares and parliament buildings. For Canada, this style of architecture is more reminiscent of Europe than contemporary North America.

Such amazing buildings and great symbols of our civic pride. Centre Block is especially mesmerizing during the winter for "Christmas Lights Across Canada" and on Canada Day during fireworks. I'm glad to see some well overdue renovations are being completed.

I went there early August. I advise you to come and see for yourself this capital. There was the World Fireworks Championships. You will not be disappointed. In winter, there is the canal where you can come skiing too
So come and visit yourself. The city is worth a visit

Got a free tour when I visited with my friends. Just go across the street to the kiosk and they will assist you. Definitely worth it. You get to go on top of the tower and witness the beauty of the city. Best part - seeing Ottawa, Ottawa River and Gatineau all in one view. What an amazing sight.

The seat of Canada's government. This historic building is definitely worth the visit with a guided tour that lasts for about an hour and the ability to sit in on the question period if you have the time.

Go and do the tour! Very interesting and informative! The building is so very beautiful! It gets busy close to Canada Day. There s a stage in front and so the view is not that nice, but it doesn t matter, it s for a celebration. Will come again and again!

Very nice on the outside. Do not miss the light show that they project on the facade every evening at 9.30 am ..... wonderful!

A must see for anyone in Ottawa! The tours are interesting too and free of charge. The views from the clock tower are breathtaking and should not be missed!

This tour is well worth it. Take it all in. Much you can learn, and much to appreciate. Give yourself enough time if you plan on doing other site seeing in the area.

There is a fire that does not go out forever, and Ottawa is a photographer.

If you're in Ottawa, that's the 'must see'. This is the most British-like place in Canada. Try to get there on time to watch Guards Parade.

Imposing! To visit the interior of the building you need to get free access tickets on Wellington Street 90 (look at Google Maps) to participate in the guided tour. It is permissible to photograph in certain parts of the tour, the guide always informs, but in the Library which is beautiful - the most beautiful place in the interior of Parliament - can not. As part of the tour you can choose to visit the Peace Tower which offers beautiful views of Ottawa and yields good photos. As it is a government building there are restrictions on the access of bags and backpacks, prefer not to take anything, because if not approved by security does not enter. There are toilets inside the building, no snack bar, a gift shop.

The Parliament Building is a must see in Ottawa. Get a tour ticket (FREE) across the street at the building with the big question mark on it. Make sure to go up the Tower of Peace for great views.

Awesome View on Canada day with Fire works....!!!!#Beauty

Lots of people at some times, yet empty at others. Visit inside the walls of the Parliament or take a walk outside following the numerous bronze statues and monuments detailing Canada's history.

It was free so it is always worth to visit it? some very nice rooms.

They have free and paid tours available. Just based on time restraints (have to book a paid tour) I only ended up with a free tour. It is a well maintained building with great picture opportunities.

Great place to see even if you are from Ottawa. Free to go up in the clock tower. Recommend you to revisit if you haven't been in a while.

very beautiful in Christmas time, a beautiful animation that decorates the parliament.

This is a focal place to discuss and decide many subject matters for people who are in Canada and also for Canadians abroad.

For everyone visiting Ottawa and Gatineau you must visit the Parliament but to enter you must get tickets which you half to line up to get. The line can take around 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on the time of year. The best way to get tickets is by waiting around 9 or 10 am. Inside Parliament is very unique and great experience for anyone is is family friendly. Just note you must get through security like at a airport to enter.

Under construction for several years it is not possible to visit the parliament. We visited the House of Commons located in the oldest building which remains accessible.

The main attraction in Parliament Hill and possibly in all of Ottawa. Free tours are available but tickets go fast so line up early. The buildings are architecturally beautiful inside and out.

A pleasant, sophisticated capital is crowned by this beautiful Gothic Revival masterpiece. A fitting parliamentary building. Beautiful, pleasant, safe, and great to visit. Convenient parking could be found nearby.

Superb on the curtain canal and the other buildings of the federal capital.

Definitely visit the free lookout tower - a great view from up here.

It's under construction for 10 years so u can't visit the main and east blocks.

Spent one hour to pass the security check then I had only few minutes simply went to the exit. Everywhere had been closed. Why should I pay tax to these stupid politicians gaining money and doing nothing?

It's really nice how close you can get to the building. I saw many people relaxing on the lawn. I was told there are no more tours of the building though, which is too bad.

The (free!) tour inside of Parliament is too short, with 90% of time waiting in line or standing in a corridor listening to the story of the building. You are given a glimpse of the library (very beautiful) from the outside, and the trip ends in a gift shop, available only to those who participate in the tour (it is inside the building). The gift shop is, amazingly, one of the highlights of the tour - lots of interesting items. The outside of the building is very beautiful, and there are multiple parks and other attractions nearby - so, it is reasonable considering this tour as part of a nice afternoon in Ottawa.

How beautiful it is here ... We even managed to get inside the Parliament.

Sound and light show at night was spectacular. We went there half an hour early and we ended up watching the fireworks right behind the parliament building. Fireworks started around 9:20 pm and went on for a good 15-20 mins. The sound and light show then followed and went almost for 30 mins. The kids loved it.

There is no parking at the parliament building itself. There are a lot of public pay parking lots nearby. There is free parking on the weekends at The World Exchange building but when we reached there there was a sign saying lots were full. So plan ahead of time and reach early. We found a parking lot that was 10 mins walk for a flat weekend rate of $5.

I love Canadian Public Grounds and the collective consciousness they engender RyGuyOttawa Peer Recovery Navigator and Man About Town

Must place to visit for all tourists., Know the history of Canada., My suggestion on busy weekends & holidays take the free tour but make sure you are in line for tickets by 8am., After counter opens you can proceed for tickets, Screening & Security and have a fabulous visit of Parliament.All will be smooth if we go on time.

Historical, Fabulous, Architectural Parliament. Each and every Sculptures are carved with best workmanship.

Without visit of this great piece of architecture your visit is not complete. A must see.

Great place to visit and bask in its awesomeness while on Ottawa.

A very good monument of History of Canada. Parliament house is well built on river bank. Has various offices, galleries, House of Commons, viewing gallery on top of peace tower. Worth visiting.
Tour guides are also have very well explanatory power and knowledge of history too.
A place must for all visitors to Ottawa.

The guided tour of the parliament is free, it lasts around 30 minutes. Nice to do to discover the political functioning of Canada.

Is this where I submit my vote? If so I vote for Queen Elizabeth

Nice looking historic place that you must visit in Ottawa.

Everybody is a political person, whether you say something or you are silent. A political attitude is not whether you go to parliament; it's how you deal with your life, with your surroundings.
Paulo Coelho
Really this place have bought up many Genuine politicians to the word and we can see through it.
Amazing place where the amazing leaders had been

Overwhelmingly historical! The architecture is regal! Worthy of a country like Canada and its support for the real Commonwealth institutionality. It shows the economic progress of a nation that has managed to protect its citizens well, be a good neighbor and treat the guest well.

Great tourist attraction. Can be very busy all year round. Bring a camera

Such a beautiful experience watching the change lf the guard in front of the Parliament. The only reason not to give 5 stars is that there are not many public places you can visit without booking a free tour in advance. But other than that, it's a great place to visit in Ottawa