Downtown Ottawa Travel Guide
Ottawa
Visit Downtown Ottawa
Popular places to visit
Byward Market Square
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Byward Market Square, a favourite shopping spot in Ottawa. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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.
National Arts Centre
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.
Rogers Centre Ottawa
Learn about the events happening in Rogers Centre Ottawa during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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.
Rideau Centre
During your visit to Ottawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rideau Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Downtown Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"What is excellent nice experience"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
"We’ve stayed at the Lord Nelson many times when visiting our daughter while she was at Carlton University. However this last time wasn’t so great. Our room was right by the elevator so we were kept up throughout the night by loud unruly guests returning to their rooms in the wee hours. Add to this ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
"This is our third stay at Les Suites and would highly recommend. We had a two bedroom/2 bathroom unit and it had a washer and dryer too. The appliances were new and the kitchen had all the amenities required if one decided to eat in. Very central location, easy walk to By Ward Market, Parliament ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"Belle hôtel beau bon pas chère dans le centre-ville"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Rideau Residence University of Ottawa
"Good value."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
"Fair price and a central location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Ottawa
Kanata
Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
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.
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Petrie Island Park and Place D'Orleans Shopping Center.
