Glebe

Ottawa

Ottawa featuring a bridge, snow and a cascade
Ottawa which includes skyline, a sunset and a city
Ottawa showing snow
Ottawa showing a waterfall and snow
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Photo provided by National Capital Commission
Naturally beautiful, historic and packed with exciting entertainment options, this Ottawa neighborhood is a favorite among locals and tourists alike.

The Glebe neighborhood blends the old and the new with attractions to suit everyone. Find artisan gifts in charming boutiques and pop into trendy restaurants as you shop. From biking to kayaking, outdoor activities are framed by historic buildings on leafy streets and sprawling green parks.

One of Ottawa’s first suburbs, the Glebe is named after land that was owned by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. The Aberdeen Pavilion, built in 1898 to host agricultural shows, rests at the center of Lansdowne Park. Allow plenty of time to visit this multi-purpose attraction filled with gardens and playgrounds.

Lansdowne Park is also the home of TD Place, with indoor and outdoor stadiums hosting Ottawa’s top sporting events. Book a ticket to see Atlético Ottawa, the Canadian Premier League Soccer Team or the Ottawa BlackJacks of the Canadian Elite Basketball League. Or, watch a live music concert by world-famous performers.

Enjoy time in nature along the green banks of the picturesque Rideau Canal. The stone-walled canal is a UNESCO site with pathways to suit walkers and cyclists. Take a guided boat cruise or paddle a kayak to explore the urban waterway. The action doesn’t stop in winter. When the surface is frozen, you can skate along the iconic Rideau Canal Skateway.

As you explore the Rideau Canal Pathways, signposts lead the way to attractions and cultural exhibits describe historic events. At the Parks Canada Lockstation, discover how the manually operated Ottawa Locks system works. In summer, watch as staff open and close the gates by hand with iron winches. You’ll learn all about the canal and Ottawa’s history at the Bytown Museum.

Shopping and dining revolve around Bank Street. Find unique shops and vintage treasures. To see brick homes dating from the 1800s, take detours into the picturesque residential streets.

The Glebe neighborhood is just a quick bus or taxi ride from downtown Ottawa. It’s a walkable neighborhood and you’ll see many attractions via the Rideau Canal Pathways. Fly into Ottawa

International Airport or take a train from Toronto or Montreal to discover this iconic neighborhood.

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Hill

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes

Byward Market Square

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
The dance of the butterflies. Each year, this University has an exhibition in a small greenhouse of butterflies from all over the world.

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.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal which includes boating, a castle and a river or creek

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.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History which includes skyline and modern architecture

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.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre which includes a garden

National Arts Centre

With a schedule full of dazzling theater and live music, along with workshops and talks, this venue delivers non-stop entertainment to Canada’s capital city.

National Arts Centre

Things to do

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

$20
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

$18
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

$39
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

$25
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

$41
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Best of Ottawa Tour

Best of Ottawa Tour

$116
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Best of Ottawa Tour
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Glebe Hotel Deals

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
$141 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$168 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (2,613 reviews)
"I will go back"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
$81 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$96 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"It is adorable accommodation. The stuff are very friendly. The hotel is little old. Elevator is nearly broken condition. The first room we checked in has human hair on the pillow and the shabby cheap TV is broken. We are told the TV has only one French channel. The staff helps us switch to a new ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
$152 nightly
The price is $180 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$180 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes taxes and fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,409 reviews)
"Food was good would have been nice to have the deposit notice made aware to us beforehand however and the opportunity to include breakfast for the duration of my stay but facilities were great and easy to use and a great stay in Ottawa would stay again!"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
$117 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$139 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (4,761 reviews)
"Great place. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
$96 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$114 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (7,693 reviews)
"We had a great stay at the Business Inn. The rooms are a little dated but the room has all the amenities you could need. The included breakfast is also a great way to start the day."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

The Business Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
$110 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$131 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,351 reviews)
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"Breakfast included, good spread. Driving into area from Byward Market was a little sketchy bc of a homeless support centre nearby but our view was fine and didn’t have any other issues. Parking lot is underground with tight corners, may be difficult for big trucks."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around Glebe

Ottawa featuring snow

Centretown

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

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 Canadian Museum of Nature, and jump on the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Canadian War Museum which includes military items and interior views

Lebreton Flats

When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Supreme Court of Canada and hop on the metro to see more the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.

Lebreton Flats
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Sandy Hill

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a city, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Downtown Ottawa

4.5/5(617 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Ottawa
Parliament Hill showing night scenes, nightlife and performance art

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes

ByWard Market

This downtown Ottawa's lively retail and entertainment district boasts a dense concentration of eateries, bars, and nightclubs, as well as an open-air market for fresh produce and flowers during warmer months. Cobblestone courtyards, historic buildings, and street entertainment add to the charm.

ByWard Market
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