Downtown Gatineau Travel Guide

Ottawa

Downtown Gatineau
Downtown Gatineau
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Popular places to visit

Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

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

Canadian Museum of History
Jacques Cartier Park

Jacques Cartier Park

4/5(1 review)

After visiting Jacques Cartier Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gatineau. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Jacques Cartier Park
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
Carleton University

Carleton University

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
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

Things to do

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Rp712.577
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Rp324.846
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Rp769.593
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

Rp297.775
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Rp405.938
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Rp405.938
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Gatineau

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is Rp1.321.534 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.321.534
Rp1.572.613 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,022 reviews)
"The room was very spacious. It was great to have a door separating the "coffee", prep after shower area from the sleeping area."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Les Suites Victoria, Ascend Hotel Collection

Les Suites Victoria, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
1 Victoria Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is Rp1.651.918 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.651.918
Rp1.965.767 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Have kitchen and good room size."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Les Suites Victoria, Ascend Hotel Collection
Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
35 rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC
The price is Rp1.801.123 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.801.123
Rp2.143.321 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good location, clean rooms, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is Rp2.304.987 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.304.987
Rp2.734.867 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,637 reviews)
"Very nice place"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.014.274 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.014.274
Rp2.389.937 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,304 reviews)
Good family hotel, never felt crowded. Comfortable
"Beds were comfortable. Room Service Food excellent as well as restaurant food. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is Rp2.478.147 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
Rp2.478.147
Rp2.940.322 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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! (2,408 reviews)
"The first room we were given on the eighth floor had a misty sewage smell so we asked to move, and we were quickly put on the 5th floor. That room was perfect. Beds were comfortable and the room was clean. We didn’t have the park view, so our window looked into office buildings and over a roof, but ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatineau

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
Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes

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 - Parliament Hill
Canadian War Museum featuring interior views and military items

Lebreton Flats

When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Supreme Court of Canada and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.

Lebreton Flats
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 uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa which includes snow

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

Downtown Gatineau Travel Guide