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
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit 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
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Top hotels in Old Ottawa East
![The Business Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/896800/896730/278c6633_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
![Fairmont Chateau Laurier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3300/3283/ec79f309_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![Les Suites Hotel Ottawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16000/16000/6f352d92_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
![Novotel Ottawa City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15700/15653/a32e4dad_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![Lord Elgin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528265/691f3092_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
![Ottawa Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26200/26126/ad44f93f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Old Ottawa East
![Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/195000/195049-Rideau-Falls.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Ottawa which includes snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/194000/194894-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
![Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49386-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.
![Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49208-Byward-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/46000/46870-Parliament-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Byward Market - Parliament Hill
If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.
![Little Italy featuring signage and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49350-Little-Italy-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.