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 fascinating museums 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 City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

฿1,380
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

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

฿1,242
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

฿629
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

฿1,325
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Best of Ottawa Tour

Best of Ottawa Tour

฿3,688
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Best of Ottawa Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

฿759
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Centretown

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,209 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,209
฿3,808 total
5 Oct - 6 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! (7,747 reviews)
"Over all the Business Inn is great. There are a few upgrades that need to be made but not terrible. We have stayed here a few times and we do love it. Julie Mills"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

The Business Inn
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

3.5 out of 5
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,975 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿3,975
฿4,716 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,030 reviews)
Excellent for family stay
"It was amazing stay. All the necessities were refilled in timely manner. Only concern is everything is online receipt do not have authorization to modify anything stay, room type. You have to do it through app or third party."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿4,312 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
฿4,312
฿5,116 total
10 Oct - 11 Oct
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! (1,313 reviews)
"Close to lots of amenities, clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,974 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿3,974
฿4,715 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (3,890 reviews)
"Good location. Quiet. Large room/suite with fully equipped kitchen. Pleasant, helpful staff."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,089 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿5,089
฿6,038 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (2,436 reviews)
"This was my first time staying at the Lord Elgin. It was clean, quiet, room was lovely and walkable to the attractions downtown. Used the valet service for the car which was easy and reasonable (though note: you can park for free and overnight on the weekends in Ottawa). Would definitely stay there ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
The Metcalfe Hotel

The Metcalfe Hotel

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,616 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿5,616
฿6,664 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (1,243 reviews)
"Nice place, clean, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

The Metcalfe 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 Rideau Mall, 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 Mall 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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