Hull is part of the regional municipality of Gatineau, Quebec and is located on the west bank of the Gatineau River and on the north shore of the Ottawa River, directly opposite Ottawa. The town was originally called Wrightstown, and was renamed Hull in 1875, for the township in England. Hull hosts a number of events throughout the year, including: Winterlude in Hull, the Tulip Festival, Museum Day, St Jean Baptiste Day, La Super Francofête, Sunset Concerts, Casino de Hull Poker Run, International Gourmet Celebration, Casino de Hull's Sound of Light, A Taste Experience, and the Outaouais Festival of Religious.
Things to do in Ottawa Area (Gatineau)
Canada Aviation Museum
Canada Aviation Museum, at Rockcliffe and Aviation pkwys., houses a collection of more than 115 aircraft, 50 of which are displayed in a Walkway of Time that explains successive periods of aviation history from the early 20th century to the present. Engines, propellers and other aeronautical relics also are displayed. Call 613-993-2010 for more information.
11 Aviation Pkwy., Ottawa, ON K1K 4R3
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum, 2.6 km (1.2 mi.) s. of the Queensway at 1867 St. Laurent Blvd., is devoted to the history, principles and applications of science and technology. The historical displays include steam locomotives, domestic appliances, antique automobiles and communications and space equipment. Canada's largest refracting telescope is among the featured hands-on exhibits. Special programs include workshops, stargazing and demonstrations. Call 613-991-3044 for more information.
1867 St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature, 240 McLeod St. at Metcalfe St. in the Victoria Museum Memorial Building, depicts a journey through nature from the vanished world of dinosaurs to the habitats of contemporary birds, mammals and plants. Displays include hands-on exhibits, live animals and audiovisual presentations. Note: An expansion project has begun that is expected to last until 2009. The museum will remain open during the renovations, though some exhibits may be closed. Call 613-566-4700 for more information.
Metcalf St. & McLeod St., Ottawa, ON K1P 6P4
Casino du Lac-Leamy
Try your luck at at this full service casino Call 800-665-2274 for more information.
1 boul. du Casino, Gatineau, QC J8Y 6W3
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, 385 Sussex Dr., was built in 1839 and not completed until 1885. Restored to its original glory, highlights include its painted and carved neo-Gothic interior, stained-glass windows, a gilded statue of the Madonna and child, intricate wall paneling, faux marble pillars and hundreds of statues. Its two prominent spires make the Gothic Revival cathedral a local landmark. Call 613-241-7496 for more information.
385 Sussex Dr., Ottawa, ON K1N 5H5