Centretown
Ottawa
Visit Centretown
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 during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Elgin Street
Take the family on an outing to Elgin Street during your trip to Ottawa. Visit 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 walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
National War Memorial
Learn about the local history of Ottawa when you spend time at National War Memorial. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa's Hidden History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Centretown
The Business Inn
There are so many things that were above and beyond our expectations, there isn't enough room on this site to tell it all. The descriptions on their website is accurate. Can't think of anything they could have done more or better.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Breakfast not included but there is a restaurant within the hotel which was very good. Room was clean & spacious. Staff was terrific.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Overall clean room, friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
The rooms are falling apart The furniture outdated Badly needs upgrades The toilet flush was broken Horrible, horrible experience Ruined my day!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
This hotel is very nice and has a great location. An added bonus is the restaurant in the lobby, Cocotte. Incredible!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
A good stay
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centretown
ByWard Market
A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of History and hop on the metro to see more of 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 Elgin Street.
Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding 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.
