Lowertown Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
National Gallery of Canada
Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Be inspired by the Canadian religious art and Gothic Revival architecture of one of Ottawa’s oldest and largest houses of worship.
Royal Canadian Mint
Royal Canadian Mint is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
After visiting Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Embassy of the People's Republic of China
After visiting Embassy of the People's Republic of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Embassy of the United Arab Emirates
After visiting Embassy of the United Arab Emirates, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Ottawa: ByWard Market Food Tour with 7 Local Tastings
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Top hotels in Lowertown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Great location and views
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
Ample parking, although the lot is in rough shape. The staff was lovely. A 15 minute walk to Byward market.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa
I stayed at Days Inn Ottawa Downtown yesterday and overall, it was a mixed experience. The room itself was fairly clean and the bed was comfortable, which made for a decent night’s sleep. The blackout curtains were a nice touch, and the hotel was relatively quiet, so noise wasn’t an issue. However, ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Business Inn
As always clean, and spacious rooms. I will be back
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Great location. All staff were amazing. Bed not that comfortable. Bathroom had a sewage smell at night - had to close the bathroom door and open a window for fresh air.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
This is an hotel that is trying to come back from the ashes, it is doing it slowly. The location is convenient, there is a construction site next door, so it’s quite noisy from time to time. The rooms are quite tired, but they charge you exactly what you get, and for that reason I would recommend ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lowertown
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.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Laurier House or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
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.
Downtown Gatineau
You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Maison du velo.
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.
