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.
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.
Elgin Street
Take the family on an outing to Elgin Street during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Peace Tower
This iconic tower is emblematic of Canada's political life and a memorial to those who lost their lives in war. Enjoy its architecture and views of the city.
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 trendy area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do
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
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Centretown
The Business Inn
An outdated property, but in a convenient location and at affordable price
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Stayed here for 2 nights. Excellent location. Walking distance to Parliament buildings, Sparks Street and Byward Market. Hotel is very clean with wonderful staff. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Really clean, conveniently located. It took 8 minutes to get hot water for the shower and the room is very exposed to street noise. Lovely staff. Overall great value for money but I’d bring earplugs next time!
Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
The rate I booked was supposed to include a $20 credit towards parking, but the front desk knew nothing about that and I didn’t get it.
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
This place is a good stay in downtown Ottawa. I hope the room has bottle water
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown
Great
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centretown
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.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of History and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
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.
Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're 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.
