Ottawa Valley
Travel Guide
Visit 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.
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.
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.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Absolutely superb. We've wanted to stay at the CL before, but never did. This time there was a good room rate and we jumped at it, then later upgraded to a room with a view of Parliament Hill. What a treat. We had breakfast and dinner in the hotel, both of which were great. Waiters at both meals ...
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
The Business Inn
Room is spotless, as always (I could see the vacuum tracks the sofa!). 😊 Everyone who works there is really friendly. The clothes steamer in my room was broken but they replaced it the next day. Took advantage of having a printer to roi g some of ol
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Clean room, and amazing breakfast buffet. Lobby ambience is perfect
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Very nice rooms and great location for seeing museums and other attractions in the area. Staff was very welcoming.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Great place to stay, some might find it a bit dated but its clean and the staff are great. We will be staying there again for sure
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
Having extra amenities already prepared, furnished ustensil and also very clean the room
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
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.
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.
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.
Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
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 Tire Centre
- Parliament Hill
- Byward Market Square
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Carleton University
- Rideau Canal
- University of Ottawa
- Rogers Centre Ottawa
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- National Arts Centre
- Canadian War Museum
- TD Place Stadium
- Algonquin College
- Canadian Museum of History
- Rideau Centre
- Calypso Water Park
- Kōena Spa
- Nepean Sportsplex
- Lansdowne Park
- Elgin Street
- National Gallery of Canada
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- The Ottawa Hospital General Campus
- Embassy of the United States
- St. Laurent Centre
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- Ernst & Young Centre
- Rideau Carleton Raceway
- Commissioners Park
- Ottawa City Hall
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica