Lowertown
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
National Gallery of Canada
Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Be inspired by the Canadian religious art and Gothic Revival architecture of one of Ottawa’s oldest and largest houses of worship.
Royal Canadian Mint
Royal Canadian Mint is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
After visiting Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Embassy of Japan
Embassy of Japan is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art scene in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Embassy of the People's Republic of China
After visiting Embassy of the People's Republic of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Street Art Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour in Ottawa
Lowertown Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
The hotel itself is fine. It’s clean, in good shape and has decent features. However, the area it is in is less than desirable. It is down the street from a homeless mission and across the street from a community center. Unfortunately, this area has become quite popular for drug use, and we personally ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
Clean room. Wi-Fi great. Lots of lottle stores and restaurants close by.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Great stay, beautiful historic and cozy. Perfect location near shopping and sights. Didn’t realize booking through Expedia means not being eligible. for free internet etc as an Accor member sadly. But overall a great place to stay
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
The Business Inn
Good location. Friendly staff. Lots of room. Parking is a little tight indoors for a large SUV, but manageable.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
its perfect
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
The hotel was nice but sated and was under major renovations during our stay. Staff were great. Restaurant was okay.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Lowertown
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.
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.
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.
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 Maison du velo.
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.
