Ottawa Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Parliament Hill which includes heritage architecture and an administrative building
Parliament Hill featuring château or palace, an administrative building and a river or creek
Confederation Square featuring a monument and a city
Parliament Hill showing château or palace and snow
Rideau Canal featuring a pond, a city and a fountain

Where to stay in Ottawa Valley

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.

ByWard Market
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Orleans

Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Petrie Island Park and Place D'Orleans Shopping Center.

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$165 per night from 15 May to 16 May
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
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! (7,330 reviews)
"I was with my family Our stay was very comfortable and sooth. The staff is professional and gentle . It was not the first time at this hotel and we will be there in the future also."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

The Business Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$342 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$342
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,369 reviews)
"Legendary hotel in the heart of Ottawa....beautiful and historical"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$290 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$290
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
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! (2,385 reviews)
Not what we expected.
"When we arrived - check in was quick but the valet was not helpful even after asking for assistance. Booking through Hotels.com was significantly cheaper than booking directly with hotel. In room dining was okay. But our food arrive with no cutlery when we called it was quickly rectified. On day ..."

Reviewed on 22 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! (4,514 reviews)
"Very clean place, looking new and beautiful. Staff very friendly and very convenient for tourists. Most popular places are walkable within 30mins. Very recommended!"

Reviewed on 22 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! (642 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 20 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! (961 reviews)
"I like this place, recommend it."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Sonder The O'connor
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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
Canadian Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

5/5(4 reviews)

Up to 20,000 years of history is showcased in this impressive institution dedicated to life in Canada. It also has a Children’s Museum and IMAX theatre.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre
Canadian War Museum showing a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

5/5(4 reviews)

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian War Museum

Cities near Ottawa Valley

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