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

4.5/5(36 reviews)

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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

Rp706.978
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

Rp636.268
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

Rp322.293
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Rp127.643
per adult
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Aqua Taxi Hop-on and Hop-Off Tour

Aqua Taxi Hop-on and Hop-Off Tour

Rp297.099
per adult
Aqua Taxi Hop-on and Hop-Off Tour
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Rp678.694
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
See all activities in Ottawa

Top hotels in Centretown

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is Rp1.674.987 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.674.987
Rp1.987.372 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! (7,802 reviews)
"The room was big and had virtually anything needed from vacuum cleaner to computer to sleep machine. A good stay! Thank you."

Reviewed on 16 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 Rp1.972.896 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp1.972.896
Rp2.340.841 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,044 reviews)
"Don’t need check in to go in the room only the code on the app"

Reviewed on 15 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 Rp2.250.465 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
Rp2.250.465
Rp2.670.177 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! (1,324 reviews)
"This is one of the nicest hotels we’ve stayed at. We weren’t even mad they were doing work on the windows while we were there. Parliament Hill is a stone throw away and a beautiful walk. The view from our balcony was gorgeous and we thoroughly enjoyed that you could stream from your own service accounts ..."

Reviewed on 14 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 Rp2.074.209 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp2.074.209
Rp2.461.048 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! (3,900 reviews)
"Shops nearby"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is Rp2.656.051 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
Rp2.656.051
Rp3.151.404 total
10 Oct - 11 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! (2,431 reviews)
"A beautiful old hotel right in the centre of Ottawa. Convenient for all that the capital has to offer."

Reviewed on 15 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 Rp2.931.228 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp2.931.228
Rp3.477.903 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! (1,258 reviews)
"Staff were super attentive, love the soaps and products offered. Nice restaurant in the hotel, central location and easy walks to all sites."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Metcalfe Hotel
See all 487 properties in Centretown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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

Centretown Travel Guide