Centretown
Ottawa
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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 acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Parliament Building
After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums 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.
Bank Street Promenade
Bank Street Promenade is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this trendy area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Street Art Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour in Ottawa
Centretown Hotel Deals
The Business Inn
We always have a wonderful stay at buisness inn! Everything is clean, all you need is available in the room! And best thing its walking distance to everything in downtown ottawa!
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Stayed here many times, love the atmosphere.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Fantastic clean, classy and modern room for short to longer term stays. The staff really made the Arlo outstanding though! Welley, Dennis and Nathan were helpful and warm!
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Parking was safe and easy - although check-in attendant forgot to give me a parking pass so a bit of a kerfuffle. Hot tub jets weren’t working but otherwise a fantastic stay. Everyone was very friendly and helpful:
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
Yes, all great!
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Great door person
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Centretown
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.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Supreme Court of Canada and hop on the metro to see more the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
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 Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
