Visit Centretown
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
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.
National War Memorial
Learn about the local history of Ottawa when you spend time at National War Memorial. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa
Top hotels in Centretown
The Business Inn
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Arc The Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Sheraton Ottawa Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centretown
Byward Market - Parliament Hill
If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.
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.
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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of History and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview 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 Rideau Canal.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.