Downtown Ottawa Travel Guide

Ottawa

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

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
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

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.

Byward Market Square
National Arts Centre

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.

National Arts Centre
National Gallery of Canada which includes interior views as well as a large group of people

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.

National Gallery of Canada
Rideau Mall

Rideau Mall

During your visit to Ottawa, you can do some window-shopping at Rideau Mall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Rideau Mall
National War Memorial

National War Memorial

Learn about the local history of Ottawa when you spend time at National War Memorial. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National War Memorial

Top hotels in Downtown Ottawa

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.809.315 ₫ per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
3.809.315 ₫
4.519.753 ₫ total
18 Dec - 19 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! (2,925 reviews)
The only issue was valet parking taking so long to get my car, that I had to get a taxi to go to an appointment. Guests should be told when they leave their car that it could take 45 minutes to get it back.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is 2.743.307 ₫ per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
2.743.307 ₫
3.255.028 ₫ total
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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! (2,521 reviews)
Great staff and the restaurant had very good food. The 15m pool was a bonus.

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
The price is 3.140.581 ₫ per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
3.140.581 ₫
3.726.299 ₫ total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,168 reviews)
Clean and spacious

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Ottawa Embassy Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.208.486 ₫ per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
3.208.486 ₫
3.806.988 ₫ total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,156 reviews)
Good service

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
The Metcalfe Hotel

The Metcalfe Hotel

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street Ottawa ON
The price is 3.137.084 ₫ per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
3.137.084 ₫
3.722.150 ₫ total
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,345 reviews)
The breakfast wasn’t free as stated earlier. Wonderful staff.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

The Metcalfe Hotel
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is 4.130.855 ₫ per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
4.130.855 ₫
4.901.193 ₫ total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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! (1,855 reviews)
Very friendly and professional staff.

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ottawa

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
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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
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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
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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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

Downtown Ottawa Travel Guide

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