Centretown Travel Guide

Ottawa

Ottawa which includes snow
Photo provided by National Capital Commission
Photo provided by National Capital Commission
Parliament Hill which includes military items, performance art and music
Parliament Hill which includes a statue or sculpture, a garden and a memorial
Parliament Hill showing an administrative building, a park and performance art

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre
Confederation Square showing an administrative building, a monument and heritage architecture

Elgin Street

Take the family on an outing to Elgin Street during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Elgin Street
Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Peace Tower

This iconic tower is emblematic of Canada's political life and a memorial to those who lost their lives in war. Enjoy its architecture and views of the city.

Peace Tower
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
Confederation Square featuring heritage architecture and a city

Confederation Square

In the historic center of Ottawa lies this beloved town square, a place to rest and relax or reflect on Canada’s military heritage.

Confederation Square

Things to do

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

฿627
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

฿1,375
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

฿1,320
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

฿1,238
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

฿575
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

฿783
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
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Top hotels in Centretown

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿4,412 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿4,412
฿5,234 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,109 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is excellent if you want to be close enough to the main activities, but also want somewhere a little quieter. Due to location of the room within the hotel, there was very little natural light, and only one tiny window in the whole suite was able to be opened. The air con ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿5,182 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,182
฿6,148 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,452 reviews)
"The room was clean and equipped. The bathroom is a bit small, but the water pressure in the shower was good. The staff members were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,268 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,268
฿3,877 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,872 reviews)
"I booked this hotel with some misgivings based on the star rating and photos but because 4 star hotel rates were very high and availability low on my travel day, I didn’t have much choice. Long story short — this is my new go to hotel in Ottawa. Ridiculously friendly and accommodating staff; comfortable, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,597 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
฿3,597
฿4,268 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,973 reviews)
"Family trip, safe and good location, good for families"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
The Metcalfe Hotel

The Metcalfe Hotel

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿5,719 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,719
฿6,785 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,292 reviews)
"Great central location. Excellent and helpful staff. Clean room."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Metcalfe Hotel
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,601 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿4,601
฿5,459 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,333 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Centretown

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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

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.

Glebe
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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
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Sandy Hill

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
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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