District des Promenades Travel Guide
Ottawa
Visit District des Promenades
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable 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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in District des Promenades
Hotel V
Always stay at this Hotel, great place for 1-2 nights. All amenities on site and I'm the area .
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Gatineau
Yes
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Motel du Chevalier
Propre et confortable.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Motel Ritz
Propre et confortable.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Gorgeous, haunting and wonderful staff. Bartenders were a bit snobbish but the rest of the stay was perfection.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Business Inn
Appreciated staff placing me on the first floor since I am afraid of heights! Also the laundry room was quite nice with complementary soap and dryer sheets.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District des Promenades
Downtown Gatineau
You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Canadian Children's Museum.
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.
Hull
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.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Laurier House or Rideau Centre 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.
