Jacques Cartier Park
Jacques Cartier Park
4.5
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
About
Jacques-Cartier Park is located in the Hull sector of Gatineau, along the Ottawa River on Laurier Street. It is close to the Alexandra Bridge, Canadian Museum of History and the Maison du Tourisme. Its location provides magnificent scenes of the river and Parliament Hill. As one of the Capital’s major parks, Jacques-Cartier Park is often the site of national events, such Winterlude. It hosted Mosaïcultures internationales de Montréal events in 2017 and 2018. The sculptures are no longer available in this park.
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Krystal H
Grand-Digue, Canada16 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Worth the trip to see this. Nice even well kept walking paths throughout so easy to get through. It's free, but no free parking unless you go to the tourist information kiosk as you arrive in Gatineau to get a free parking pass. This pass allows you to park on side streets where there is normally a 1 hour parking limit for as like as you like. We parked on Marston St. Enjoy!
Written August 19, 2017
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Nancy D
Toronto, Canada141 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
This unique living plant exhibit is a must see attraction. These displays will not be repeated and it will close in October. Some displays' plants may suffer from early frosts and not look as good as they did in summer. The displays are breathtaking and fascinating to all.. not just flower lovers. There is too much to see to explain, but it is magical. If you arrive when it opens, 10:00am, you get to see some of the gardeners doing the final touchups and watering.. in some cases using a Genie Lift! It is a free attraction. Parking at the lot is $10 per vehicle... pay at a machine in the lot and display your ticket on the car dashboard. Plan to spend at least 45 minutes viewing the displays. There are bathroom facilities and vendors selling water, snacks, coffee etc. There are many areas to sit & relax to enjoy the displays...some in shady areas. This venue is wheelchair & stroller friendly.
Written August 18, 2017
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shabana2010
Ottawa, Canada19 contributions
Jul 2017
Jacque Cartier Park is full of a must see display of plant and flower sculptures that represent the many facets of Canada. This is a very special display that is here for the summer of 2017.
Written July 13, 2017
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GroundState
Niagara Falls, Canada29 contributions
Aug 2021
The northern end of the park was a sawmill operation in the late 1800s and some old ruins and infrastructure can still be found for those exploring deeper. Online searches for Gilmour Steam Mill will give you more information.
Check out the exterior of the office building at the north end of the parking lot while you are here. It was originally an office building for the steam mill and has several carvings on the exterior that are thought to have been leftovers that were originally intended for Parliament Hill.
Check out the exterior of the office building at the north end of the parking lot while you are here. It was originally an office building for the steam mill and has several carvings on the exterior that are thought to have been leftovers that were originally intended for Parliament Hill.
Written August 30, 2021
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Guylaine K
1 contribution
May 2020
Please update your information. First off in the overview, this parc is not the one 20mn away from Québec City (that parc is Parc Nationale de la Jacques Cartier). It does not have any of the amenities listed. (ski hill, yurt,etc)
The Jacques Cartier Park is located in the city of Gatineau (10mn away from Ottawa, Ontario) and for now is closed off. The Mosaique left in 2018. The parc has been closed since last year.
The Jacques Cartier Park is located in the city of Gatineau (10mn away from Ottawa, Ontario) and for now is closed off. The Mosaique left in 2018. The parc has been closed since last year.
Written May 25, 2020
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Lacy G
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Aug 2021
The pictures of this park look amazing but in reality, there is nothing here. There are trails to walk down but the grass is all fenced off and there is nothing to see here. It was nice to walk along the water and look across but it's not a garden or anything special so this is not really a fun activity and my kids were very disappointed to just go for a walk. I wish it was more clear that the garden is gone when searching for things to do in the area.
Written August 24, 2021
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Bernie
Vancouver, Canada991 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
This park is absolutely wonderful! You'll love the stunning views it offers. It’s a perfect spot for a stroll, a hike, a jog, or even a bike ride. There’s so much to explore here, from interesting monuments to informative signs and beautiful sights.
Plus, the location gives you breathtaking scenes of the river and Parliament Hill. It's truly a delightful place to spend some time!
Plus, the location gives you breathtaking scenes of the river and Parliament Hill. It's truly a delightful place to spend some time!
Written November 20, 2024
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Simon B
Grimsby, Canada6 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
I agree with Lacy and some of the others who've reviewed the park recently... It's a pleasant place to stroll by the water but doesn't really have much more to offer than your hometown, municipal park.
A nice spot for grass and trails👍
A nice spot for grass and trails👍
Written September 5, 2021
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Ann
Toronto, Canada7 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
The statue of Maurice Richard is the only thing left. Please update your website. We ubered over from Ottawa and were truly disappointed and confused
Written August 17, 2019
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Badb88
Detroit, MI121 contributions
Jul 2012 • Family
We stayed close to the park for all of the events and really had a blast. It is on the banks of the Ottawa River and is quite nice. The Museum of Civilization is next to it and is a short walk from park. And it was a great spot to watch the fireworks.
Written July 5, 2012
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Hello Marialima... YES it is open today and tomorrow.
Written January 5, 2019
Is the Mossic still available to be seen?
Written November 4, 2018
Hello capergina.. Thera are lots of huge natural mosaics, Can you be more specific?
Written January 3, 2019
Hello Sally A, the park opens year-round but double check for schedules specially if there are any snowfalls
Written January 3, 2019
The sculptures are there this year and fabulous .
However there is an entrance fee of $20 this year.... I believe they have family rates as well.
Written August 10, 2018
Lew W
Woodstock, Canada
my wife is usually on a walker which converts to a wheelchair, so I occasionally push her. Do I understand correctly that the surface is crushed gravel? If so, we would probably try to rent an electric scooter.
Written August 7, 2018
Hi Lew W, actually most of the surfaces are like natural paths, It will be OK
Written January 3, 2019
Are tickets for the sculptures available at
the park or do they need to be bought on line ahead of time?
Written July 24, 2018
I am going on victory day long weekend 2018. Will there be a musai display ?
Written May 17, 2018
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