Visit Alta Vista
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
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: National Gallery of Canada Admission
Top hotels in Alta Vista
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Clean and modern. Very nice. Not sure why it was called “airport” though… it would not be that close. Road noise was a bit heavy in the room but it calmed down overnight.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Clean room, doing renovations, great staff, don’t really like paid valet parking
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautiful hotel and room. Was there over Christmas and it was fantastic. Great Service, would recommend!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Business Inn
The service was impeccable! The room was clean, roomy and allowed for socializing! I would definitely recommend it as truly a hidden gem!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Top floor room as requested displayed a catching bird’s eye view of East side of Ottawa. Strategically located within short walks to Byward Market, Parliament Hill, Sparks Street and CF Rideau. Cool that the hotel offered basement parking though paid as it sheltered us from the cold windy winter ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Good food. Poor room sound proof
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
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.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
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.
