Popular places to visit
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Canadian Museum of History
At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.
Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
National Gallery of Canada
Explore art through the ages in this impressive collection of national and international works of art.
Things to do
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
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Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
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
Check out the sporting events during your time in Old Ottawa East. Hop around the Ottawa area on the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal and Brantwood Park.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
South End
Travelers choose South End for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station and check out top sights like Ernst & Young Centre.
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 Museum of Nature, and jump on the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
Centretown West
While you're in Centretown West, take in top sights like Commissioners Park and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
- Ottawa Health Sciences Centre
- Midway Family Fun Park
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Parliament Hill
- Carleton University
- University of Ottawa
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Byward Market Square
- Canadian Museum of History
- Canadian War Museum
- Rideau Canal
- Shaw Centre
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- Nordik Spa-Nature
- National Gallery of Canada
- TD Place Stadium
- Rideau Centre
- Gatineau Park
- Algonquin College
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- Parliament Building
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- Ottawa City Hall
- Lansdowne Park
- Elgin Street
- Canadian Museum of Nature
- Commissioners Park
- St. Laurent Centre