Centretown Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
Parliament Building
After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Bank Street Promenade
Bank Street Promenade is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
National War Memorial
Learn about the local history of Ottawa when you spend time at National War Memorial. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event 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 Centretown
The Business Inn
Breakfast was great -so many options. Room was well setup with lots of extras. And free laundry machines with soap and dryer sheets provided was an added bonus
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Loved the old wou
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
I had a short stay but the room was spacious, everything was very clean, staff were friendly. The location is perfect for exploring downtown The breakfast in the morning was a nice bonus. I would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Great value for money. Clean rooms, friendly staff. The pool was murky for the duration of our stay but otherwise, we enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
We were spoiled from day 1. Special thanks for Thibault and Fumi for making us feel at home and leaving wishing to stay forever!👏👏❤️❤️
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
I was so impressed by the customer service at the Ottawa Downtown Marriott. From check in to check out everyone was kind and helpful. I highly recommend a stay here.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centretown
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 Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament 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 Supreme Court of Canada 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.
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.
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.
