Old Ottawa East Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Outdoor Escape Room Adventure Tour - Many Game Options
Top hotels in Old Ottawa East
The Business Inn
Staff were friendly and supportive. Food is good and I really like all the facilities available in the room except the limited access to TV/ entertainment channels and noisy air purifier. Other than these minor issues, good place to stay. I would be great if they move the check out time to 12pm instead ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Well located
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Nice clean room. Nice hotel and fair prices.. pool was closed and gym smelt like mold... but they're doing renovations so hopefully they're addressing this situation
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Parking was easy, and the rooms were clean and spacious. Location is fantastic, near the mall, good restaurants nearby, and within walking distance to the Parliament building. Overall, excellent. One minor suggestion is to start with full toilet paper rolls and napkins when setting up the room. It ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Beautiful rooftop view
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Under renovation. Shows breakfast on site so I assumed free breakfast. Expedia should have worded add in a different way. I was misled
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Ottawa East
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.
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 Elgin Street.
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.
Centretown West
Even though there aren't top sights in Centretown West, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canadian War Museum. Jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
