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.
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.
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.
Alexandra Bridge
Find out about the history of Ottawa when you spend time at Alexandra Bridge. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Lowertown Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
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.

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.

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.