Vanier Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals 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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
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 Vanier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The hotel was beautiful and the staff was amazing!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Business Inn
It is a very functional property in a great location and a very reasonable price. It is a little dated in terms of room decor and hallways are showing wear and tear, but total functional. Its a maze navigating at first with multiple elevators to use depending where your room is, but you get used ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Clean room and good staff
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Breakfast not included but there is a restaurant within the hotel which was very good. Room was clean & spacious. Staff was terrific.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Everything was ok
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Perfect location for downtown areas and for some tourist spots.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vanier
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.
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.
Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
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.
