Downtown Gatineau Travel Guide

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Downtown Gatineau
Downtown Gatineau
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Photo by Dennis Mooney

Popular places to visit

Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Canadian Museum of History during your travels in Gatineau. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Canadian Museum of History
Jacques Cartier Park

Jacques Cartier Park

4/5(1 review)

After visiting Jacques Cartier Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gatineau. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Jacques Cartier Park
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
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 fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Byward Market Square
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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Rideau Canal

Top hotels in Downtown Gatineau

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is 2.128.733 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
2.128.733 ₫
2.533.307 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,045 reviews)
"It was an excellent stay. Was very clean and tidy. Well assisted in the best possible manner at the reception. It was value for money as well. Would love to stay here when visiting Ottawa again."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Les Suites Victoria, Ascend Hotel Collection

Les Suites Victoria, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
1 Victoria Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is 2.557.913 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
2.557.913 ₫
3.043.893 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Have kitchen and good room size."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Les Suites Victoria, Ascend Hotel Collection
Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
35 rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC
The price is 2.895.277 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
2.895.277 ₫
3.445.353 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Great location for downtown tourism."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is 3.712.884 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.712.884 ₫
4.405.336 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,659 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is 3.237.913 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
3.237.913 ₫
3.841.783 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,318 reviews)
"Perfect location for exploring our nation’s capital. Parking on site allowed us to stay put, walk, use taxis as needed Staff was helpful and considerate. Room excellent. We enjoyed relaxing, using pool, etc after spending day walking and seeing sites before going out to dine. Breakfast (buffet) was ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.986.605 ₫ per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
3.986.605 ₫
4.730.135 ₫ total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,421 reviews)
Another Good Stay!
"We love this hotel and stay every time we visit family in Ottawa. This time, I noticed the bed was kind of hard, and I did not sleep particularly well. That is a personal thing, as my wife was fine."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatineau

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
Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
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(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 uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
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
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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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