Vanier 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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Top hotels in Vanier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
all perfect
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
spacious rooms, rooms have a nice furnished touch and the breakfast format is handy
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Room was 32 degrees when we got there. Had to change rooms. Only one clerk at the desk which made waiting tiome to check in very long. Paid for 2 queen size bed and got 2 double size bed.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
-They need to stop randomly taking two dollars and then giving it back. It has happened over 10 times. -The hotel deposit was out rages 150 a night, when most are 50. -The staff were friendly -The valet parking people were nice
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Area unsafe
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Everything was great
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vanier
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.
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 Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
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.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.
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.
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.
