Founded in 1971, Ottawa Tourism has been bringing visitors, tours, media and conventions to Ottawa and Canada’s Capital Region for more than 40 years!

Ottawa Tourism is governed by a Board of Directors and is the Destination Marketing Organization for Ottawa and its surrounding region. It is also the Regional Tourism Organization for Ontario Tourism’s Region 10, which is comprised of Ottawa and the united counties of Prescott-Russell.

Through industry leadership and destination marketing, Ottawa Tourism, a not-for-profit, membership-based organization, works together with more than 400 tourism-related member businesses to profile Ottawa and Canada’s Capital Region as a diverse place to visit. From the city’s cultural gems to award-winning attractions and restaurants, we showcase the best of what Canada’s capital has to offer.

Ottawa Tourism is a committed tourism industry player that strives to promote the city on the regional, national and international stages to increase visitation and enhance economic impact for the industry and its membership. Whether you’re organizing a major convention or just coming to explore Ottawa on your own, see how Ottawa Tourism and its members can help to make your experience memorable!