Urbandale 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Urbandale
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"Valet was not helpful. We asked 3 times to charge the car and it was not. After paying $60 for 18 hours, it was disappointing."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Business Inn
"The whole experience was great for my mom and I except underground parking spot 8. I scratched my car badly when I tried to get out due to narrow aisle in front of my car. It will cost me a lot to fix it. Honestly I shouldn’t blame the hotel for this accident but the spot I got is really not friendly ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"It took me 45 minutes to check in, the staff were very slow, my room was mediocre, but I found a raisin on the floor EW! Plus there was a homeless man in the lobby."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"too noisy during the long weekend, I couldn’t get sleep till 3am. I will not choose this place again in any holiday. Maybe it is not that bad in regular working days. Staff is always responsive and willing to help. There is no refrigerator in the room, I was told mini bat in the room is just a cooler ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
"Our rooms were spacious and nice. It is so great to have a full kitchen. The staff were very helpful and gracious. The parking lot was very handy."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urbandale
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
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.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
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.
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.
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.
