Visit Centretown
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
Elgin Street
Take the family on an outing to Elgin Street during your trip to Ottawa. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
National War Memorial
Learn about the local history of Ottawa with a stop at National War Memorial. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Confederation Square
In the historic center of Ottawa lies this beloved town square, a place to rest and relax or reflect on Canada’s military heritage.
Peace Tower
This iconic tower is emblematic of Canada's political life and a memorial to those who lost their lives in war. Enjoy its architecture and views of the city.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Top hotels in Centretown
Lord Elgin Hotel
Very clean, well accompanied room and an excellent Team at front desk, bar, and restaurant
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
The Business Inn
Staff were great and very impressed with the breakfast.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Hotel was very well maintained and very well situated, at walking distance to shops, restaurant, grocery store, city hall and parking. The room was clean. Love the kitchen area which is super convenient for a family, as well as the big space of the room/living room. Staff was very professional, polite ...
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
The Metcalfe Hotel
Clean rooms, fantastic staff, great boutique hotel
Reviewed on Nov 9, 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
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Excellent staff
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centretown
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while you're in town.
ByWard Market
ByWard Market is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.
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.
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Department of National Defense or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
