Byward Market Square

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Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Eat, drink and shop at Byward Market, the most popular market in Ottawa. During the summer months, 50,000 people visit each weekend to browse the stalls, sample produce and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Both a marketplace and a large commercial district just east of the city’s historic center, Byward Market offers enough attractions to take up a whole day of your stay in the city.

Established by Lieutenant-Colonel By in 1826, Byward Market is one of the oldest public markets in Canada. The surrounding area is filled with historic Ottawa buildings. These include Clarendon Court, which has served as a tavern, a hotel, a barracks, an art academy and a hospital during its lifetime.

Start at the market building where vendors sell agricultural goods and handicrafts. Taste fresh produce from the farms outside the city. During summer, browse the outdoor stands surrounding the market.

Explore the narrow streets and alleyways around Byward Market to find several exquisite courtyards. With shady trees, fountains, sculptures and cobblestones, these courtyards are a glimpse of the market as it once was. Visit the Tin House Court and note the metal hanging on the building’s façade. It was hung as extra insulation by the blacksmith who once worked there.

The neighborhood around Byward Market features specialty food shops, art galleries, cafés and fashion boutiques. Spend an afternoon browsing the shops and buying souvenirs. Return after dark to get a taste of Byward Market’s nightlife. Have a drink at a tavern, enjoy some live music at a bar or dance to a live DJ at a nightclub. Stay out late then grab a midnight snack from one of the 24-hour restaurants that operate in the area.

Located just east of the National Gallery of Canada, Byward Market is easily accessible on foot from Ottawa’s historic center. If you are driving, park in one of several parking facilities or along the streets around the market. The market is open daily.

Top Hotels Close to Byward Market Square

The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P0L3
The price is CA $128 per night from Mar. 29 to Mar. 30
CA $128
per night
Mar. 29 - Mar. 30
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,586 reviews)
"Desk staff super nice and great knowledge about area!"

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2023

The Business Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa Downtown East, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa Downtown East, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON, K1N 7L8
The price is CA $144 per night from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3
CA $144
per night
Apr. 2 - Apr. 3
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,158 reviews)
"The neighborhood might be a little dirty because of homeless people around."

Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2023

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa Downtown East, an IHG Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P2L5
The price is CA $152 per night from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3
CA $152
per night
Apr. 2 - Apr. 3
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,636 reviews)
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"Trip with grandkids. Enjoyed the pool very much and the playroom for small kids which we only discovered on last day. would have been nice if they mentioned that to us at check-in. Lady at fron desk was very pleasant and helpful, managed to put us all on same floor."

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2023

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3.5 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON, K1N9M9
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4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON, K1P5K8
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Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 8S7
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4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 7G1
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3 out of 5
350 Dalhousie St, Ottawa, ON, K1N7E9
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3.5 out of 5
33 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 9M7
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