Centretown
Ottawa





Visit Centretown
Popular places to visit

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

National Arts Centre
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.

Elgin Street
Take the family on an outing to Elgin Street during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Parliament Building
After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

National War Memorial
Learn about the local history of Ottawa when you spend time at National War Memorial. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Bank Street Promenade
Bank Street Promenade is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Top hotels in Centretown

The Business Inn
The room was very good, good size and clean.
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
Room was great. Very clean. Shower fantastic. Front desk service awesome.
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
I loved my stay, easy to check in, I got a late check out no problem, the room was clean and the staff was awesome.
Reviewed on 22 Jan, 2026

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Good room, great value
Reviewed on 28 Jan, 2026

Sheraton Ottawa Hotel
Nice accommodations.
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

The Metcalfe Hotel
The room was spotless and staff courteous. Bed was made but not to perfection. But overall lovely place and very good environment.
Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centretown

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

