Lowertown Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
National Gallery of Canada
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Gallery of Canada during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Byward Market Square
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.
Rideau Canal
You can learn about the history of Rideau Township with a trip to Rideau Canal. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Carleton University
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Lowertown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
The room was clean and the staff was friendly
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa
nice place , a lot of restaurant around
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
Convenient, easy parking; clean. Only drawback is that soundproofing is not very good - can hear people in other units.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Breakfast was great, the staff were well informed and very friendly! Enjoyed our stay immensely!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Very classy place!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
All good
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lowertown
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.
Downtown Ottawa
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.
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.
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.
Hull
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.
Centretown
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.
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- National Gallery of Canada
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Embassy of the People's Republic of China
- Embassy of Japan
- Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
- Peacekeeping Monument
- Parliament Hill
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Rideau Canal
- Carleton University
- University of Ottawa
- Nordik Spa-Nature
- National Arts Centre
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- TD Place Stadium
- Canadian Museum of History
- Canadian War Museum
- Rideau Centre
- Algonquin College
- Kōena Spa
- Parliament Building
- Nepean Sportsplex
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
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