Overbrook Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
St. Laurent Centre
During your visit to Ottawa, you can enjoy retail therapy at St. Laurent Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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.
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
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Overbrook
Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa
Clean room, convenient location and safe parking
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East
Great location
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
The room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly, professional and helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
Hotel was clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Ottawa East
Good room size. Clean hotel. Disappointed on arrival that I was put on the 2 floor with a dog because they had forgotten I was bringing one. I did have communication about the dog prior to the trip. It would have been much easier to take the dog out regularly. The only other thing that was minor ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Business Inn
The unit I booked was excellent. There are a ton of sights and things to see that are within walking distance. If you're in town for a few days, you'll never run out of places to eat. The parking lot could use a repave, but other than that, it's a great place to stay.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Overbrook
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.
Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Canada Science and Technology Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
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.
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.
