Centretown Travel Guide

Ottawa

Ottawa which includes snow
Photo provided by National Capital Commission
Photo provided by National Capital Commission
Parliament Hill which includes military items, performance art and music
Parliament Hill which includes a statue or sculpture, a garden and a memorial
Parliament Hill showing an administrative building, a park and performance art

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
National Arts Centre

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.

National Arts Centre
Confederation Square showing an administrative building, a monument and heritage architecture

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.

Elgin Street
National War Memorial

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.

National War Memorial
Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Peace Tower

This iconic tower is emblematic of Canada's political life and a memorial to those who lost their lives in war. Enjoy its architecture and views of the city.

Peace Tower
Confederation Square featuring heritage architecture and a city

Confederation Square

In the historic center of Ottawa lies this beloved town square, a place to rest and relax or reflect on Canada’s military heritage.

Confederation Square

Things to do

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Rp401.748
per adult
98% 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

Rp2.624.550
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

Rp294.702
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Canadian Museum of History

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

Rp327.065
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour

Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour

Rp154.527
per adult
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History

A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History

Rp150.277
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History
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Top hotels in Centretown

Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is Rp2.415.049 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
Rp2.415.049
Rp2.865.413 total
25 Dec - 26 Dec
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! (2,676 reviews)
Clean confortable and friendly staff

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is Rp1.565.534 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
Rp1.565.534
Rp1.875.243 total
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
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! (8,037 reviews)
The room is clean and spacious. It was a great stay.

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

The Business Inn
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St Ottawa ON
The price is Rp1.965.654 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
Rp1.965.654
Rp2.332.249 total
26 Dec - 27 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,374 reviews)
Everyone was helpful and the room was comfortable

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Arc The Hotel

Arc The Hotel

4 out of 5
140 Slater St Ottawa ON
The price is Rp1.845.874 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
Rp1.845.874
Rp2.392.906 total
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,114 reviews)
Convenient location and attentive staff. Nice sized, comfortable room. Bathroom a bit small and dated and closet space is minimal.

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Arc The Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

4 out of 5
361 Queen Street Ottawa ON
The price is Rp2.079.854 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
Rp2.079.854
Rp2.491.249 total
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,339 reviews)
Easy check in, good location and friendly staff. Rooms were great.

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.819.547 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
Rp1.819.547
Rp2.158.892 total
29 Dec - 30 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,079 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean room, great location.

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Centretown

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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.

Golden Triangle
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 Parliament Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

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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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
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

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