Old Ottawa East Travel Guide

Ottawa

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The locks beside the Chateau Laurier (on the right) allow boats to get from the Rideau Canal to the Ottawa River. The locks work the same way they did when the Canal was built in 1832, by 'flushing' the boats down to the river. The Canal was recently named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Peace Tower of Parliament Hill viewed from the Rideau Canal Skateway.

Popular places to visit

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Canadian Tire Centre

4/5(3 reviews)

Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Canadian Tire Centre
Rideau Canal featuring a city, street scenes and a castle

Rideau Canal

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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

Rideau Canal
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Casino du Lac Leamy

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Casino du Lac Leamy
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
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 reviews)

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

Byward Market Square
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University of Ottawa

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

University of Ottawa

Things to do

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Rp332.987
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Rp416.111
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Rp2.701.096
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

Rp305.238
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Canadian Museum of History

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

Rp338.757
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Rp452.945
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Old Ottawa East

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.804.943 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
Rp1.804.943
Rp2.161.975 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
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! (8,159 reviews)
Clean room and good spot to stay

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Business Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is Rp2.511.738 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp2.511.738
Rp3.008.559 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,184 reviews)
Staff friendly

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is Rp2.361.516 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp2.361.516
Rp2.828.626 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (2,883 reviews)
Great staff!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is Rp1.092.974 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.092.974
Rp1.300.565 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Byward Market Square ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,193 reviews)
Staff was very friendly

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is Rp2.547.936 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
Rp2.547.936
Rp3.051.917 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,942 reviews)
Staff and great rooms

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

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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 Rp1.928.777 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.928.777
Rp2.310.290 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,595 reviews)
Cleanliness. Good breakfast Friendly staff

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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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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Centretown

4/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Centretown
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
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
Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Alta Vista

If you're spending some time in Alta Vista, Midway Family Fun Park and Billings Estate National Historic Site are top sights worth seeing.

Alta Vista

Old Ottawa East Travel Guide