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Peace Tower

Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A2, Canada
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Ranked #11 of 96 attractions in Ottawa
Type: Observation Decks/ Towers
Traveller Description: Tall tower located in the front middle of the Center Block building of the Canadian Parliament.  Contains an observation deck, clock,  carillon and a... more »
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Kolkata, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The Peace Tower is located bang in the middle of the Parliament Hill and resembles the Big Ben of London in design. You could ascend up to the Tower free of cost as part of the free tour of The Parliament of Canada. The view from the top of the tower is great especially the part of the St.Lawrence River.... More

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Milton, Vermont
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

You'll get a chance to visit the Peace Tower when you take the guided tour of the Parliament building. An elevator takes you up and upon stepping out of it, you'll be mesmerized. Enjoy it and take it all in.

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Good views of the city, informative tour, gorgeous grounds; come in early spring for the magnificent crocus display

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Burlington, Canada
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Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

It is free to go up the Peacetower and gives you awesome views of the City, the Ottawa River and Gatineau. Worth a moment if you are touring Parliament anyway.

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Ottawa, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

A tourist attraction that will impress all visitors. This is where it all happens for our Country. The peace tower is very impressive as is the entire parliament buildings. You can also enjoy the changing of the guards each morning during the summer

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Jacksonville, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Peace Tower has the most amazing views of Ottawa and best of all the tour is free. On the elevator ride up and down you can see the bells in the tower.

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

The view from the Peace Tower is the best in Ottawa. The Book of Rememberance is a must for every Canadian. Take a minute to acknowledge those who gave their lives for us.

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Montreal, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Definitely a must-see if you're in Ottawa for the first time. The Peace Tower is the center clock tower and the tallest part of the Parliament buildings. Beautiful observation point. Seems a bit sketchy, but very secure and constantly monitored, so you don't need to worry. Bring a pair of small binoculars with you if you want to get a... More

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Malahide, Ireland
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Good place to visit , great skyline view of Ottawa and it's river. Very structured visiting regime but worth the wait.

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Peterborough, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Since this elevator inside the Peace Tower is designed to accomodate the drive through at the bottom and the stone work it adjusts so it slants making you feel funny but you are safe as it was well designed as the only one of its'kind at the time there may be more now. It is a beautiful looking tower on... More

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