Downtown Gatineau
Ottawa
Visit Downtown Gatineau
Popular places to visit
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Jacques Cartier Park
After visiting Jacques Cartier Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gatineau. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Downtown Gatineau Hotel Deals
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"This place was great. Close to everything and the room was much nicer than expected"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown
"Bien aimé l’emplacement et l’atmosphère. Personnel accueillant. Pour ce qui est du déjeuner, il était froid à 7:15 . Mais menu bien."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa
"Overall a good stay and great value with They were a great value for the Tulip Festival and our room had a great view of the parliament buildings across the river. However, they were understaffed and our rollaway bed was not delivered until nearly midnight."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Les Suites Victoria, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"The hotel is very nice, big rooms with kitchens, comfy lounge chairs, big tv, and handy to good bistros and cafes. We waited 15 minutes on arrival as there was no one at the desk to check us in. If staff were there they were helpful but they seemed often "away for a few minutes". Nice little cafe ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"Check in was appalling. Took 2 hours to get our bags to our room - they'd been delivered to another room. No real apology for that, to boot! Room was tired - patched wall paper, chips in furniture, stained bath enamel (really the bathroom needed a full refurb); We had a room with a view over the ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
The Business Inn
"The front desk team was incredibly welcoming and surprised us with a room upgrade. Their hospitality really set the tone for a fantastic trip."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Gatineau
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.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of History and hop on the metro to see more the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
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.
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.
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 West
Even though there aren't top sights in Centretown West, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canadian War Museum. Jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
