Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

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.

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.

Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Top hotels in Overbrook

Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa
Clean room Friendly staff
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Courteous staff, nice breakfast, clean room
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
Staff was good. The drainage in bath tub is not proper and breakfast should be included like other holiday inn.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Comfort Inn Ottawa East
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East
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Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautiful hotel and rooms.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Overbrook

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.

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.

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.

Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.

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
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.


