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Welcome to our guide for Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica in Ottawa, a historic Roman Catholic cathedral and minor basilica designated in 1879. Located at 385 Sussex Drive, this National Historic Site offers a warm, pew-style seating experience for up to 944 guests, with balcony seating expanding capacity to 1,544 when the second-floor space is open. Whether you’re attending a service, concert, or special event, we’ve got you covered with easy ticket access and practical venue details to help you secure your seats.

Explore seating options, parking logistics, transit access, and nearby lodging and dining to plan a smooth visit to this iconic Ottawa landmark.

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica is a cornerstone of Ottawa’s spiritual and cultural life. It has hosted notable events including the funeral of Sir Wilfrid Laurier (1919), the Ottawa Marian Congress (1947), the funeral of Governor-General Georges Vanier (1967), the baptism of Justin Trudeau (1972), and a visit by Pope John Paul II (1984). The building remains an active place of worship and a designated National Historic Site (since 1990). For a comfortable, stress-free experience, consider nearby accommodations like Fairmont Château Laurier, just a short walk away, plus a curated selection of downtown hotels and restaurants to enrich your visit. We’ll help you secure your seats and make your time in Ottawa memorable.

Venue details: Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, 385 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 1J9. Parking is available behind the cathedral with an entrance on Parent Ave, and additional street parking is nearby. OC Transpo bus routes provide convenient access, and the cathedral is within walkable reach from central downtown routes, two blocks east of Dalhousie St access.

Seating & Capacity

  • Seated capacity: 944
  • Balcony capacity (second-floor, open): up to 1,544
  • Seating style: pew-style benches
  • Balcony use varies by event; check when you book

Parking & Transportation

  • Paid parking behind the cathedral (entrance on Parent Ave)
  • Additional street parking nearby
  • OC Transpo bus access nearby; walking distance from central downtown routes
  • Two blocks east of Dalhousie St access

Nearby Hotels & Dining

  • Fairmont Château Laurier — 1 Rideau Street (walking distance)
  • Multiple downtown hotels within a short stroll
  • Nearby dining options include classic Canadian fare, tapas, and fine dining in the Byward Market and downtown core

Notable Facts

  • Active cathedral and minor basilica since 1879
  • Designation: National Historic Site (1990)
  • Historic events: Laurier funeral, Justin Trudeau’s baptism, Pope John Paul II visit

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: 385 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (postal reference commonly listed as K1N 1J9).
  • Venue type: Roman Catholic cathedral and minor basilica (designation as minor basilica since 1879).
  • Capacity/seating: 944 seated; up to 1,544 with second-floor balcony open.
  • Seating/space notes: pew-style benches; second-floor balcony used for larger masses when open.
  • Parking: paid parking behind the cathedral with entrance on Parent Ave; additional street parking nearby.
  • Transit: OC Transpo bus access nearby; Cathedral is in walking distance from central downtown routes; two blocks east of Dalhousie St access.
  • Nearby hotels: Fairmont Château Laurier (1 Rideau Street) and other downtown properties are within short walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: funeral of Sir Wilfrid Laurier (1919); Ottawa Marian Congress (1947); funeral of Governor-General Georges Vanier (1967); baptism of Justin Trudeau (1972); visit of Pope John Paul II (1984).
  • Renamed/demolished: The building is active, designated a National Historic Site (1990); it remains the cathedral/basilica and has not been demolished or renamed in a way that changes its official status.