Centretown Travel Guide

Ottawa

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#LKsAwayDays Ottawa, colloquially known as The Hill, is an area of Crown land on the southern banks of the Ottawa River in downtown Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Its Gothic revival suite of buildings is the home of the Parliament of Canada and has architectural elements of national symbolic importance. Parliament Hill attracts approximately 3 million visitors each year. Originally the site of a military base in the 18th and early 19th centuries, development of the area into a governmental precinct began in 1859, after Queen Victoria chose Ottawa as the capital of the Province of Canada. Following a number of extensions to the parliament and departmental buildings and a fire in 1916 that destroyed the Centre Block, Parliament Hill took on its present form with the completion of the Peace Tower in 1927

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

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
National Arts Centre which includes a garden

National Arts Centre

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

National Arts Centre
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Parliament Building

After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Parliament Building
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Elgin Street

Take the family on an outing to Elgin Street during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Elgin Street
Enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of downtown Ottawa in Canada. With its varied selection of shops, restaurants and street artists it’s a great place to be.

Bank Street Promenade

Bank Street Promenade is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this trendy area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Bank Street Promenade
Confederation Square featuring heritage architecture and a city

Confederation Square

Learn about the local history of Ottawa with a stop at Confederation Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Confederation Square

Top hotels in Centretown

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is 2.798.076 ₫ per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
2.798.076 ₫
3.351.558 ₫ total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,112 reviews)
Only used the room and breakfast and both were excellent

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.813.816 ₫ per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
3.813.816 ₫
4.568.147 ₫ total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,991 reviews)
Despite the building is under renovation, it looks old. Price was still good for what we got

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
Arlo, BW Signature Collection

Arlo, BW Signature Collection

2 out of 5
88 Albert Street Ottawa ON
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The price is 3.056.073 ₫ per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
3.056.073 ₫
3.660.566 ₫ total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,231 reviews)
Did not use it was better as a sondr

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
The price is 3.155.617 ₫ per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
3.155.617 ₫
3.779.799 ₫ total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,208 reviews)
no comments, just excellent place

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.794.651 ₫ per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
3.794.651 ₫
4.545.149 ₫ total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,445 reviews)
Very clean and friendly

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street Ottawa ON
The price is 4.024.630 ₫ per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
4.024.630 ₫
4.883.372 ₫ total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,501 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, fantastic location! Staff were wonderful! The room was very clean, quiet and comfortable…we had a great stay! We will be back!

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Centretown

Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

ByWard Market

A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.

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

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(50 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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Lebreton Flats

When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Supreme Court of Canada and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.

Lebreton Flats
Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

Glebe

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.

Glebe
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Old Ottawa East

While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.

Old Ottawa East
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Sandy Hill

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

Sandy Hill

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