# @ottawaisnotboring on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNPY6CyKiX
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/66330357-ottawaisnotboring-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-06-05T14:06:41.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Carla Salazar | Things to do in Ottawa | Blog for newcomers (@ottawaisnotboring) — https://gondola.cc/ottawaisnotboring

## Caption

Ottawa’s favourite riverfront swim spot is back for the season! ☀️

The NCC River House is visited by thousands of Ottawans every summer.

If you haven’t visited before, add it to your summer bucket list. You won’t regret it! 😄

It’s open daily from 7 am until sunset through September 7, and admission is completely FREE.

The bistro is open daily from 9am to 9pm, serving sandwiches, drinks, and ice cream.

You can also rent kayaks, paddleboards, and bikes at a nearby location (starting June 12).

Things to know before you go:

✔️ Visit during off-peak hours for the best experience.
✔️ Admission is first come, first served.
✔️ The facility is universally accessible.
✔️ No lifeguards will be on duty until July 1.
✔️ Swim at your own risk.

Address: 501 George Etienne Cartier Parkway.

Have fun! 🌊🚣🍦☀️

#ottawasummer #riverhouse #thingstodoinottawa #summertime #swimmingseason

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