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 top-notch restaurants 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.
Peace Tower
This iconic tower is emblematic of Canada's political life and a memorial to those who lost their lives in war. Enjoy its architecture and views of the city.
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
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Top hotels in Centretown
The Business Inn
The beds were so clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
The staff were lovely, but the room was likely the worst hotel room I've ever seen. I at first thought the old-fashioned actual room key was quaint, but I was really shocked when I first went into the room. Dated, dingy and dirty, the room seemed more like a low end motel that you'd find on the side ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Staff was helpful, and rooms were clean. Great dining experience too.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Good central location, very clean room and extremely pleasant staff
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. I picked it instead of the more expensive conference hotel that was on offer. Location was great to get to the Byward market. Breakfast was appropriate for a grab and go, and the gym facilities were nicely maintained. I liked the luggage storage lockers. ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
What a beautiful hotel!
Reviewed on 4 May 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 Supreme Court of Canada 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 Laurier House or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
