Old Ottawa East Travel Guide
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Visit Old Ottawa East
Popular places to visit

Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Rideau Canal
You can learn about the history of Rideau Township with a trip to Rideau Canal. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Old Ottawa East

The Business Inn
Very clean and in order. Breakfast was good. Accessible to places.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Staff friendly
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
Great staff!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Cleanliness. Good breakfast Friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Staff and great rooms
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Ottawa East

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Alta Vista
If you're spending some time in Alta Vista, Midway Family Fun Park and Billings Estate National Historic Site are top sights worth seeing.
