Maybe you're not into road trips. Maybe you'd rather fly, boat, or you just don't enjoy being in a car for a long period of time. Well, this is your lucky day. These ice cream shops are 40 minutes max outside of Ottawa, so it's perfect for everyone! READ MORE: 11 Road Trips That Are 1, 2, 3, And 4 Hours Away From Ottawa No matter what, ice cream is always worth it. Food is always worth it. Especially in the summer, you'll be thanking me for this little hidden gems all around Ottawa. You're welcome! via @thetastingchef Mari-Jo Sweet Eats // 2026 Laurier St 30 minutes via @hollybeingessner Carp Custom Creamery // 3763 Carp Rd 30 minutes via @jillvsimpson The Cheddar Shop // 10471 Trans-Canada Hwy 35 minutes via @md.caroline La Cigale // 14 Chemin Scott 20 minutes via @hayleyythompsonn Cowan's Dairy Bar // 241 Park Street 1 hour via @kaysee.lee Dairy Barn // 312 King Street 35 minutes via @lianamkay Downtowne Ice Cream Shoppe // 165 St Lawrence St50 minutesvia @benthegreat97The Daily Scoop // 500 Ottawa Stvia @maddycobusScoops Ice Cream // 111 Waba Rd40 minutes