ByWard Market Travel Guide

Ottawa

Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets
Byward Market featuring signage, a city and markets
Byward Market showing food, markets and signage
Byward Market which includes signage, markets and food
ByWard Market

Popular places to visit

Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 reviews)

During your trip to Ottawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Byward Market Square. Discover the great live music in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Byward Market Square
Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Parliament Hill is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

Parliament Hill
Carleton University

Carleton University

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring a city, street scenes and a castle

Rideau Canal

4.5/5(31 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Rideau Township with a trip to Rideau Canal. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Rideau Canal
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre
Canadian War Museum which includes a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

5/5(12 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Canadian War Museum during your trip to Ottawa. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

Canadian War Museum

Top hotels in ByWard Market

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is 3.908.061 ₫ per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
3.908.061 ₫
4.636.943 ₫ total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,871 reviews)
One of my favourite places in Ottawa.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

4 out of 5
201 RIDEAU STREET OTTAWA ON
The price is 3.270.569 ₫ per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
3.270.569 ₫
3.880.530 ₫ total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (404 reviews)
Overall, great.

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

3 out of 5
350 Dalhousie St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.321.852 ₫ per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
3.321.852 ₫
3.941.378 ₫ total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,251 reviews)
We have an absolutely outstanding stay. Our flight got in early and they were able to accommodate an early check in which they didn’t have to. Great location right in the centre of the Byward market Area, with lots of great restaurants and opportunities to explore. Very close walking distance to ...

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa
Byward Blue Inn

Byward Blue Inn

3 out of 5
157 Clarence St. Ottawa ON
The price is 2.209.270 ₫ per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
2.209.270 ₫
2.621.298 ₫ total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,775 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Byward Blue Inn
Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Ottawa Backpackers Inn

2 out of 5
203 York Street Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.795.090 ₫ per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
1.795.090 ₫
2.129.800 ₫ total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (329 reviews)
Lovely place Can walk or take the bus any where from and to there. Affordable and confortable

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Ottawa Backpackers Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.259.211 ₫ per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
3.259.211 ₫
3.867.054 ₫ total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,952 reviews)
The Christmas trees in the lobby were outstanding our room was very clean and pretty large. We will definitely be going back to the chateau Laurier in Ottawa on another trip.

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
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Other neighbourhoods around ByWard Market

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
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Golden Triangle

Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.

Golden Triangle
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Sandy Hill

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Department of National Defense or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4/5(15 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Hull

4/5(2 area reviews)

Hull is a destination visitors seek out for its interesting museums, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Canadian Museum of History or Casino du Lac Leamy while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Hull
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Downtown Gatineau

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Canadian Children's Museum.

Downtown Gatineau

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