Ottawa Valley
Where to stay in Ottawa Valley
Downtown Ottawa
Central to Ottawa's financial district and government buildings, this area boasts a vibrant restaurant district on Elgin Street and shopping on Bank Street. Explore heritage sites like Château Laurier and Sparks Street's pedestrian mall.
Kanata
Suburb within Ottawa, Kanata boasts the Canadian Tire Centre, home to the Ottawa Senators, and the Kanata Research Park. Enjoy shopping at Kanata Centrum, Tanger Outlet Mall, and Hazeldean Mall, or catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas Kanata 24.
Nepean
Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.
Hull
As the central business district and oldest neighborhood in Gatineau, this area boasts a cultural hub with the Canadian Museum of History and Casino du Lac-Leamy. Enjoy the transformed downtown, featuring restaurants, cafés, and stores.
Orleans
Situated 16 km from downtown Ottawa, Orléans boasts a significant francophone population and offers recreational activities at Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex and Petrie Island's natural beach. Explore nature trails like Bilberry Creek Trail and enjoy shopping and dining along Innes Road.
Centretown
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. You can visit top attractions like Elgin Street and Museum of Nature, and jump on the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
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Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Carleton University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Omega Park
Take the family on an outing to Omega Park during your trip to Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours. Discover the spas in this relaxing area, or seek out its biking trails.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Canadian Museum of History
At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.
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.
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Parliament Hill
- Carleton University
- University of Ottawa
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Byward Market Square
- Calypso Water Park
- Canadian Museum of History
- Rideau Canal
- Canadian War Museum
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- Shaw Centre
- National Gallery of Canada
- Algonquin College
- TD Place Stadium
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- Rideau Centre
- National Arts Centre
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- Lansdowne Park
- Ottawa City Hall
- Elgin Street
- Embassy of the United States
- Canadian Museum of Nature
- Commissioners Park
- Nepean Sportsplex
- St. Laurent Centre
- Rideau Carleton Raceway
- Kōena Spa