Lowertown Travel Guide

Ottawa

A cathedral interior with ornate golden altars, blue and gold ceiling patterns, and tall stained glass windows.
A historic church with twin spires and a clock tower, surrounded by lush greenery and urban street elements.
An ornate cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, intricate stained glass windows, and detailed carvings.
An art gallery with wooden floors, paintings on the walls, and a skylight.
An art gallery with red walls and wooden floors. There are three paintings displayed, one on each wall and one on the floor.

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A long corridor with high ceilings, large windows, and columns.

National Gallery of Canada

9.2/5 (2,207 reviews)
Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.
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Things to do

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

฿878
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

฿585
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales

ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales

฿612
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
ByWard Market Tour Timber Taverns and Tall Tales
Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa

Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa

฿3,226
per adult
Local Market Food Tour - Downtown Ottawa
National Gallery of Canada Admission

National Gallery of Canada Admission

฿585
per adult
National Gallery of Canada Admission
Haunted Walk at Beechwood Cemetery National Historic Site

Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit

฿879
per adult
Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit
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Top hotels in Lowertown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE Ottawa ON
The price is ฿3,974 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,974
฿4,760 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,657 reviews)
"Le personnel professionnel et très accueillant . La chambre propre , le petit déjeuner correct. La climatisation fait un peu de bruit ."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿5,376 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿5,376
฿6,440 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,477 reviews)
"Amazing location! Great staff!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿4,847 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,847
฿5,806 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,098 reviews)
"Amazing!!!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is ฿3,692 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿3,692
฿4,422 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,227 reviews)
"Perfect for family, kitchenette, computer and printer, cable tv. Clean place. Well situated, museum, restaurant, bar and grocery really close. Small underground parking."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

The Business Inn
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is ฿2,991 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿2,991
฿3,559 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market Square ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,889 reviews)
"Excellent buffet breakfast at reasonable price Parking in indoor garage difficult; spaces too small even for larger cars"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
The price is ฿4,381 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,381
฿5,247 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,615 reviews)
"En général très bien rapport qualité prix excellent. Mais très bruyant la nuit beaucoup de klaxon peut être que les fenêtres devraient être mieux isolées. Mais beau séjour tout de même."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Where to stay in Lowertown

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A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

Downtown Ottawa

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

Kanata

Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

Nepean

Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

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.

A collection of vintage biplanes on display in a museum.

Gloucester

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

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