Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Major\'s Hill Park which includes snow
St. Lawrence Islands National Park which includes a lake or waterhole
National Gallery of Canada featuring art and interior views
Rideau Canal featuring a river or creek, a city and a bridge

Where to stay in Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

5/5(20 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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
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Kanata

Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

Kanata
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Nepean

Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.

Nepean
Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Centretown
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.

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Orleans

Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Princess Louise Falls and Petrie Island Park.

Orleans
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$173 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,283 reviews)
"The Inn is right on Elgin street, which is pretty busy and has a lot of stores which i found very convenient. The building was very clean and safe and the rooms are pretty big which was lovely"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

The Business Inn
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$223 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$223
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,204 reviews)
"It was very good."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$249 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$249
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,366 reviews)
"The hotel is nice and clean. Location is great, in the heart of the city. Highly recommend for any business trip."

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,487 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the suite! It was a home away from home💕"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Sonder Arlo
Sonder Arlo
3.5 out of 5
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (657 reviews)
"Hotel room was cute and homey. In a great location. Would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

Sonder Arlo
Sonder The O'connor
Sonder The O'connor
3.5 out of 5
377 Rue O'Connor Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (926 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Great staff and great location close to a lot of restaurants and Rideau Center."

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

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Popular places to visit

Sandbanks Provincial Park

Sandbanks Provincial Park

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Sandbanks Provincial Park, a popular beach in Prince Edward. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Sandbanks Provincial Park
Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

Byward Market Square

4/5(19 reviews)

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

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.

Carleton University
Kingston Waterfront

Kingston Waterfront

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Kingston with a trip to Kingston Waterfront. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Kingston Waterfront
Boldt Castle

Boldt Castle

After visiting Boldt Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria Bay. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Boldt Castle

Cities near Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario

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Alexandria Bay

Alexandria Bay

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Chelsea

Barry's Bay

Barry's Bay