Old Ottawa East Travel Guide
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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 Old Ottawa East
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
all perfect
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
Its good service but parking wasn't enough space
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
We recently stayed here and unfortunately it was not a great experience overall. The location was definitely a plus — it’s very convenient to Winterlude and right near the canal, which made getting around easy. However, there were several issues during our stay. The bed was quite worn, with visible ...
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 Old Ottawa East
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
