Ottawa Valley
Where to stay in Ottawa Valley
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.
Kanata
Suburb within Ottawa, Kanata boasts the Canadian Tire Centre, home to the Ottawa Senators, and the Kanata Research Park. Enjoy shopping at Kanata Centrum, Tanger Outlet Mall, and Hazeldean Mall, or catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas Kanata 24.
Nepean
Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.
Orleans
Situated 16 km from downtown Ottawa, Orléans boasts a significant francophone population and offers recreational activities at Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex and Petrie Island's natural beach. Explore nature trails like Bilberry Creek Trail and enjoy shopping and dining along Innes Road.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Omega Park
Take the family on an outing to Omega Park during your trip to Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours. Discover the spas in this relaxing area, or seek out its biking trails.
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.
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Parliament Hill
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Carleton University
- University of Ottawa
- Byward Market Square
- Calypso Water Park
- Canadian Museum of History
- Canadian War Museum
- Rideau Canal
- Shaw Centre
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- National Gallery of Canada
- TD Place Stadium
- Rideau Centre
- Algonquin College
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- Parliament Building
- Ottawa City Hall
- Lansdowne Park
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- Elgin Street
- Commissioners Park
- Canadian Museum of Nature
- St. Laurent Centre
- Nepean Sportsplex
- Kōena Spa
- Le Chateau Montebello Club De Golf
- Rideau Carleton Raceway
- Canada Science and Technology Museum