Lowertown Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
National Gallery of Canada
Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Be inspired by the Canadian religious art and Gothic Revival architecture of one of Ottawa’s oldest and largest houses of worship.
Royal Canadian Mint
Royal Canadian Mint is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Embassy of the People's Republic of China
After visiting Embassy of the People's Republic of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Embassy of Japan
Embassy of Japan is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Alexandra Bridge
Find out about the history of Ottawa when you spend time at Alexandra Bridge. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Top hotels in Lowertown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Breakfast was great, the room was spacious, however the parking garage was difficult to navigate due to the narrowness of the laneways to get from P3 to P2 and P2 to P1. The sofa bed in our room had a very uncomfortable mattress as well, it was super thin so you could feel the metal frame through ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa
Room was mostly clean. One light did not work the bulb burnt out and there was some dust under the counter in the wshroom. Staff were really nice
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Christmas trees in the lobby were outstanding our room was very clean and pretty large. We will definitely be going back to the chateau Laurier in Ottawa on another trip.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
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Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Clean room, and amazing breakfast buffet. Lobby ambience is perfect
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
The Business Inn
The room is a little worn, but excellent mattress, free breakfast, free drinks and snacks all day. It's an excellent value for the price.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lowertown
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Department of National Defense or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
