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The ByWard Market

Established in 1826 by John By, the same engineer responsible for the Rideau Canal, the ByWard Market is one of the oldest and largest public markets in Canada. Home to over 500 established businesses and nearly 270 artisan stalls, this is Ottawa’s ultimate outdoor retail mecca. Shop everything from beauty and fashion to furniture, food and art.

Address: 
ByWard Market,
Ottawa,
ON,
Canada
Telephone: 
+1 613 562 3325
Website: 
www.byward-market.com
Admission fees: 

No

Disabled access: 
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Unesco: 
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