Popular places to visit
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.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
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.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History
Top hotels in Overbrook
Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa
The greeting at check-in was warm and efficient. The room was very clean and well appointed. The staff were uniformly helpful and cheerful. There was a fire alarm just before check-out, and I was unable to bring my luggage to the ground floor to leave as planned. The maintenance staff went to the ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec, 2025
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Always a pleasure to stay in this hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on 12 Dec, 2025
Comfort Inn Ottawa East
Great-
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East
It was a clean spot, with great staff and aminities. Iwould recomend thisnplace to anyone
Reviewed on 10 Dec, 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Hotel was close to a lot of things and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Overbrook
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
