ByWard Market

Ottawa

Byward Market featuring a city, street scenes and outdoor eating
Byward Market featuring markets, a city and cafe scenes
Byward Market featuring food, signage and markets
Byward Market featuring markets, signage and food
ByWard Market

Popular places to visit

Byward Market featuring a city, street scenes and outdoor eating

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
Parliament Hill showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

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

Parliament Hill
Carleton University

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 showing boating, chateau or palace and street scenes

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 featuring modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre on your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre

Things to do

Family Walking Tour in Ottawa with Special Highlights

Family Walking Tour in Ottawa with Special Highlights

P20,024
per adult
Family Walking Tour in Ottawa with Special Highlights
Ottawa's Wine and Cider Tour

Ottawa's Wine and Cider Tour

P7,350
per adult
Ottawa's Wine and Cider Tour
Captivating Ottawa Walk: Historic and Cultural Highlights

The Best of Ottawa Walking Tour

P20,024
per adult
The Best of Ottawa Walking Tour
Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam

Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam

P702
per adult
Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam
Ottawa Self Guided Walking Tour And Scavenger Hunt

Ottawa Self Guided Walking Tour And Scavenger Hunt

P2,367
per traveler
Ottawa Self Guided Walking Tour And Scavenger Hunt
Hidden Ottawa: A Guided Walking Tour of Secret Spots

Hidden Ottawa: A Guided Walking Tour of Secret Spots

P20,357
per adult
Hidden Ottawa: A Guided Walking Tour of Secret Spots
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Top hotels in ByWard Market

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is P8,883 per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
P8,883
per night
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,803 reviews)
"Great stay! The room was clean and comfortable, but the highlight was the staff—so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Would definitely stay here again! The location is excellent for the downtown area"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

4 out of 5
201 RIDEAU STREET, OTTAWA, ON
The price is P7,230 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P7,230
per night
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (265 reviews)
"Walkable. Quality"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

3 out of 5
350 Dalhousie St, Ottawa, ON
The price is P7,400 per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
P7,400
per night
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,209 reviews)
"Great hotel, lots of homeless and drugs in the area. Saw someone peeing on the building across the street."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa
Byward Blue Inn

Byward Blue Inn

3 out of 5
157 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON
The price is P5,654 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P5,654
per night
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,734 reviews)
"Convenient to ByWard Market Place & Museums - & Walking trails"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025

Byward Blue Inn
Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Ottawa Backpackers Inn

2 out of 5
203 York Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is P4,297 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P4,297
per night
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Stay at this hostel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (324 reviews)
"Lovely place Can walk or take the bus any where from and to there. Affordable and confortable"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Ottawa Backpackers Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,745 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P8,745
per night
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,774 reviews)
"highly recommend to stay but price is very acceptable vs other nearby hotels. Nice to stay a few days at the 5 stars hotel with a bit of money."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
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Other neighbourhoods around ByWard Market

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

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.

Downtown Ottawa
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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.

Sandy Hill
Ottawa which includes snow

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

Centretown
Canadian Museum of History featuring modern architecture and skyline

Hull

Hull is a destination visitors seek out for is interesting museums, casinos, and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Canadian Museum of History or Casino du Lac Leamy while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Hull
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Downtown Gatineau

You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Canadian Children's Museum.

Downtown Gatineau
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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.

Old Ottawa East

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