Urbandale Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
Canadian Tire Centre
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
University of Ottawa
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian War Museum Admission
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa's Hidden History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Urbandale
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
It was very good experience to stay in Fairmont, Hotel. The hotel is amazing staff friendly restaurant excellent I like the food more options. It is amazing. The room was small but clean the bathroom small and there is no hygiene kit in bathroom.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Business Inn
The staff was very professional and polite. They were flexible with the hours of checking. I alredy recomended the hotel to a group of friends, and I'll be back next time I go to Ottawa. Pilar
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Pros: The room seemed pretty clean. The staff was incredibly nice and bilingual which was nice. They are super helpful with everything. There is a grocery store near by. Cons: The beds weren’t too comfortable and parking situation was tight but was still decent for a city of that size.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
The room was perfect four our family weekend.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Love the friendly and welcoming staff, and fun new pancake maker. Great location. Gym clean and stocked with good basics.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Le chauffage ne fonctionnait pas bien, on pouvait l'augmenter mais ca ne réchauffait pas plus qu'à 21 degré. La salle de bain, toute de céramique, n'était pas chauffée non plus, c'était très froid. L'eau chaude était aussi très longue avant d'arrivée. A la 2e journée, nous avons fait venir le technicien ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urbandale
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.
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.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation 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 Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
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.
